New to me Chandler 305-64

[Constabulary]

what you mean is a spool pin (or thread guide pin). That's an easy fix - if you are using a "external" thread stand you don´t even need it. What I have posted is the upper tension unit which is missing on your machine and you need this tension unit. It belongs to the backside of the machine there you see the small wire hoop attached with a screw. Compare with the 105 picture.

$250 is a GREAT DEAL!

Wife is not killing you - she would be just mad for a day or two - or three... Buy her some shoes or handbag - solved

Edited March 25, 2017 by Constabulary

[JimTimber]

4 hours ago, Constabulary said:

Wife is not killing you - she would be just mad for a day or two - or three... Buy her some shoes or handbag - solved

You meant "make her a handbag", right?   "Honey, I couldn't have done this without the new machine."  :D

I had to pass one up similar to that for $450 because I don't have the space, and it wouldn't gain me that much over what my 441 already does (smaller cylinder diameter is the only up side).  I thought $450 was a deal. lol

Goldstar might have your missing tensioner.  https://goldstartool.com/

[shoepatcher]

This Chandler 305-64 was made in Japan after Chandler, which had been the Adler distributor in America lost that distributorship.  They went to Japan and had the machine knocked off.  It is a copy of a Adler 105-64.

As to the missing spool pin on top, you should be able to get one from Bob at Toledo. Probably get you one from a Cowboy.   I believe this pin is only a pressure fit and not threaded.  Hope that helps.

glenn

[Chayse]

@Constabulary-I think i am tracking now...will investigate a little further about the missing tension assembly

@JimTimber-Thanks for that link, I will do some searching to see if I can locate it

@shoepatcher-it is threaded, 10-32 threads actually, I was able to remove the broken stub..you can see it in the last picture, I screwed it in a couple threads to prevent from losing it

Thanks for everyone's help, now i will search for these parts...

 

V/r,

 

Chayse

 

[Chayse]

Ok, I was successful in removing the broken tension assembly stud...man what a P.I.A. that was.... Now just to locate the replacement parts. I searched on the Goldstar website, as JimTimber recommended but was unable to locate any parts....maybe I am not searching 'correctly'. 

If anyone has any words of wisdom on the website, let me know...I am on my way to a friends sew shop, as his father has been repairing for a couple of decades....maybe I can get lucky and find some parts in the junk drawer! Wish me luck!

[shoepatcher]

Chayse,

With the threads  at 3/16" x32, you should be able to find grade 8 bolt on line that you can cut an make a spool pin out of. I know I could make a hell of a lot of spool pins for $97.00!  As to the tension assembly, you need to determine what the threads are on the tension assembly stud.  I believe Consew made a copy of the 305-64.  Maybe a 754 model bracket. I know I have seen clones out there somewhere.

glenn

[Chayse]

Well, after about 3 hours at my friends sew repair shop, I was able to find a thread reel pin and tension assembly...plus other goodies for my 20U33. The thread reel pin was free and we dug through bins and parts drawers and were able to come up with a tension assembly that will work. However, we were unable to find the right thread pitch that would fit the 305. So, out came the micrometers and drill bits. Unfortunately, I had to use JB Weld to secure the new assembly in place (currently curing). On a good note, it didn't cost me but just a couple dollars. 

I spent a total of $83 dollars today....most of which went towards a binder attachment ,edge guide, and various parts for my 20U...as I sew a lot of 1000D Cordura Nylon. The actual money spent on the 305 was .....really...not much! We were able to find a roller guide for the 305, as well. Since I plan to make a removable tabletop for the 305, I will be able to mount the roller guide in an acceptable position....although not in the factory position...if that makes any sense. The roller guide is for an older Singer machine, so once the tabletop is in place, drilled and tapped, I can mount an use the roller guide....it costs me a whole $7.50!

Also, I had to order some needles for the machine..the owner's supplier only sells the needles in lots of 100. So, to lessen the cost, he agreed to pay half of the cost...just so he could have some on hand if a potential customer should need them. So, I was able to procure 50 needles for my machine...should honestly last me a lifetime!

This guy has parts galore...hanging on pegboard...in drawers....in nooks and crannies....geez...I really don't think there is a  machine that he has not seen (within reason). He did pull out a shuttle assembly for a big cylinder arm machine....it was almost twice the size of the one for my 305...it actually made it look small! He then pointed to the door where the motor laid....was a 1.5hp factory motor for the machine! He said it was for a machine similar to mine but it had been so long that he couldn't recall the manufacturer. 

 Absolutely love places like this....and to make things better...it is just right down the street from my house. It was a good day....well, until I came home to find the A/C was acting up....that is another story!

 

V/r,

Chayse

[Chayse]

Here are a couple pics of the parts. I will continue to let the tension assembly cure before I utilize it...also, the tension release bar (I am sure not the proper name for it), works as designed.

[JimTimber]

Looks like you're well on your way!

[Chayse]

2 minutes ago, JimTimber said:

Looks like you're well on your way!

Thanks but I have a steep learning curve to overcome on this one...I think the fun and frustration, are just around the corner!