Threading my Singer 111w155

[johnmcnamara629]

Hi Suzelle

Hmmm Sandpaper?
To me a bit of a risk any sort of abrasive dust getting into the hook to bobbin holder bearing race is not a nice thought. A new Hirose Hook assembly is not cheap. Oh! and keep it oiled. The best oil by far is a light water white machine oil that contains Teflon.  Run don't walk to the shop to get some.

We also had a RESTA CNC Frame quilter Teflon Oil was essential for a continuous running machine like that. The hook ran significantly cooler. 

Please try a bit of canvas. It works fine.

We had three Singer style walking foot machines for heaver work a 111w Singer, a 1200mm long arm Adler and a Mitsubishi. The Singer was maybe 50 years older than the second two. The operators preferred it to the newer machines. We also had a few Pfaff Machines that used a different mechanism, faster but not as heavy duty.

Regards
John    

[suzelle]

9 hours ago, Constabulary said:

 

Okay Constabulary, thank you! That's exactly what I was hoping for, some clue as to what others are using. 

I did find some in my stash (like Singer) but mine are newer, very flimsy. I ended up throwing them out. The one you show in photo looks much sturdier! I like those. Which machine are you having to use them in?

Got some of the Star ones ordered a while ago and they arrived a few days ago, still have to try them in the machine and will do that on Monday.

The felt idea, I like that!!!! Wow, that would have been a quick fix!!!!

[suzelle]

9 hours ago, johnmcnamara629 said:

Hi Suzelle

Hmmm Sandpaper?
To me a bit of a risk any sort of abrasive dust getting into the hook to bobbin holder bearing race is not a nice thought.
Please try a bit of canvas. It works fine.

John, Thank you! I like the Canvas Idea too, got plenty of that laying around here. I do appreciate you sharing your experience!

So, what do you think of using this material to stop bobbin spin? (Just an idea since I noticed fisherman were using it for their reels)

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I agree, it's a bit of a risk (sandpaper) and I did worry about my hook. But the sandpaper is quite smooth, worn dorn with use already. You are right, Hirose hook isn't cheap! Thankfully I priced those out already and I don't have to replace my hook. At least not yet!!!!! Yes, keeping it oiled. Machine is oiled at proper levels. Self oiling, but I also drop some on wherever it needs.I buy the Lily white oil or equivalent and get it by the Quart. I have (3) Industrial Embroidery machines that like to drink oil. LOL.

Edited March 26, 2022 by suzelle