Members Nandy Posted April 3, 2017 Members Report Posted April 3, 2017 http://www.sutherlandfelt.com/wicking.htm They sell 15 feet minimum, at a bit over $4 a feet, that is $60 just for one size..... Too much for wicks even if they let you combine sizes... I think I will do the roll felts and call it done. I might even be able to clean some of the larger used felts and reuse them... Quote
Members brmax Posted April 3, 2017 Members Report Posted April 3, 2017 Just curious, have you tried one of the banner ad dealers. It may be worth there time if anything else is needed. I think i seen 5 bucks some where couple weeks ago for the juki number but theres always shipping. I wonder if some candle wicks could be selected, they have some good quality types available. Though im not sure what would be best here. Quote
Members Nandy Posted April 4, 2017 Members Report Posted April 4, 2017 I might do that... thanks. Quote
Members SheltathaLore Posted January 3, 2018 Members Report Posted January 3, 2018 Came across this in an archive binge; thought I'd add here that McMaster-Carr sells 95% wool felt cord in multiple diameters and densities: https://www.mcmaster.com/#felt/=09445cf74f5445a39b50d33f72859b81jbykrvtt Quote
DonInReno Posted January 6, 2018 Report Posted January 6, 2018 (edited) I'll also add that simply searching for "felt wick" turns up multiple sources - machinery of all types have used felt wicks for a hundred years - it's usage is not limited to sewing machines. Edited January 6, 2018 by DonInReno Quote
Members Nostrum Posted August 19, 2018 Members Report Posted August 19, 2018 Recently replaced the wicks in my Singer 241-12 Industrial machine using 100% braided nylon rope cord. The machine was made in 1941 and the original braided cotton wicks were caked with dry gummy oil. Some of the braided nylon I found has a hollow core. The cord I ended up using had a nylon fiber core similar to the original cotton. It seems to work well and is very inexpensive. The feed lifting rock crank slide uses a short 1/8" round felt wick. I used braided nylon for that also but may eventually replace it with felt. I found one foot lengths of round felt wick in 1/8, 3/16 and 1/4 inch at http://vintagewireandsupply.com. Mcmaster Carr has them in longer lengths also as someone stated previously. I have basically disassembled and re-assembled the entire machine for cleaning so I know it well if anyone has questions about servicing the Singer 241. Quote
Members Ziran_n Posted May 9 Members Report Posted May 9 On 8/19/2018 at 1:47 PM, Nostrum said: Recently replaced the wicks in my Singer 241-12 Industrial machine using 100% braided nylon rope cord. The machine was made in 1941 and the original braided cotton wicks were caked with dry gummy oil. Some of the braided nylon I found has a hollow core. The cord I ended up using had a nylon fiber core similar to the original cotton. It seems to work well and is very inexpensive. The feed lifting rock crank slide uses a short 1/8" round felt wick. I used braided nylon for that also but may eventually replace it with felt. I found one foot lengths of round felt wick in 1/8, 3/16 and 1/4 inch at http://vintagewireandsupply.com. Mcmaster Carr has them in longer lengths also as someone stated previously. I have basically disassembled and re-assembled the entire machine for cleaning so I know it well if anyone has questions about servicing the Singer 241. Hello! I also own a 241 and wanted to ask u how could I remove the little cap at the top With the wicks System? Because its too tight in there... And also the need le bar bushing... How could I remove It? Quote
1hp Posted May 10 Report Posted May 10 these are oil wicks for Consew 206: https://parts.jacksew.com/oil-wick-consew-18110/?searchid=227348&search_query=18110 Quote
Members FDC Posted May 11 Members Report Posted May 11 Just finished restoring a Singer 51W56. I used wool yarn, I had it, it works and it'll last forever. Cost - $0.00. Quote
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