Oil wick replacement

[Nandy]

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...

[brmax]

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. 

[Nandy]

I might do that... thanks.

[SheltathaLore]

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

 

[DonInReno]

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

[Nostrum]

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. 

[Ziran_n]

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?

[1hp]

these are oil wicks for Consew 206:

https://parts.jacksew.com/oil-wick-consew-18110/?searchid=227348&search_query=18110

 

[FDC]

Just finished restoring a Singer 51W56. I used wool yarn, I had it, it works and it'll last forever. Cost - $0.00.