Sailrite Fabricator Sewing Machine.

[kgg]

Wiz that is great info on the bobbin case problems so far it seems I have been lucky. I have not experience the bobbin case related issue but the info about the problem and solutions may well come in handy down the road. Maybe my machine was setup properly in the beginning at the dealer and/or dumb luck coupled with putting a drop of oil in the basket / hook area often doesn't hurt, weekly cleaning out of the basket / hook area to remove lint etc. and always installing a new bobbin with the machine titled back to ensure that it correctly snaps in place. Cann't seem to get my fingers down into the slide plate properly and don't like doing it blindly by feel from underneath while trying to get my fingers through the opening in the bottom tray.

kgg

 

[brmax]

I recall this topic way back from his personal web site, and back then the photo post were excellent. I had then gained a real interest in the article and or post. 

I appreciated when Gregg kicked it up a notch and helped clarify this sometimes issue. No matter what when new post similar in equipment we ourselves have, well we key into these a bit more. 

At this time I havent had this problem, on either style Juki 1541 machine heads running in the shop. I try hard to recall but cannot seem to nail it down yet.

Anyway I think this particular part; the hook support plate may have an optional heavier duty part. This I can be blamed ( totally fine ) although Our friend Gregg may straighten me out on this. Im not positive if this is my ocd or my crs. 

Again just helping in saying a machine choice in Juki 1541s  or standard 1541 is a new head designed machine, it has a feed movement thats beyond new, its rectangular motion on the feed dog pulling the material vs older other designs. I being new and a green horn in 2012 got down crackin the brochures on newer designs and why. 

Im not silly, and We all know the old singers and copies have sewn trillions of yards of material all over the world. My mechanical background although retired. Leads me to look at machines of all kinds respectfully.

Interesting though is if machines are leading in the factory sewing industry we as purchasers should take a look. So in several model numbers this Juki 15xx series is and haazz filled the factories a lot. Lets face it this 15series machine head is likely the latest cloning machine we know in laymen eyes like mine. 

You might consider I like these 15series model machines from Juki. You would be correct, in that I long ago picked up on a phrase that cost!

Its;  Go Pro or Go Home

https://www.juki.co.jp/industrial_e/download_e/catalog_e/dnu1541.pdf

 

Edited February 17, 2019 by brmax

[JJN]

My first real machine was a 1541S that I bought new from Gregg. (based on recommendations from this forum) The sale and shipping was easy and without a hitch. I love that machine and it has performed flawlessly. I have two 206RB's that I picked up since then that I like very much, but they don't compare to the Juki. I don't think you can go wrong with a Juki 1541S as long as your needs don't go beyond 138 thread and material thicker that 3/8".

[LanceM]

perfect. thank you all for the replies. I was reading thoroughly through everyones input. Now Im checking out the Cowboy 3200.

I really like the cylinder arm and thought I needed that specifically (after researching/watching videos) One item I make alot: leather bags and find the cylinder arm helpful for the insides of course. At my shop we use a Claes 30 model stitcher. Sewing bags on that is a breeze. 

All your responses are very helpful. Also taking note to check out if there are any used machines in basements or storages.