Consww 228 R 11 Post Bed?

[Wizcrafts]

4 hours ago, Bmwmoa67707 said:

3 trips to O'Reilly's to get the correct length belt.

I wasn't aware that O'Reilly's carried type 3L, 3/8" sewing machine belts. Or, did you buy an automotive 4L, 1/2" belt? This would be a mistake because that size won't fit inside the pulleys properly leading to premature slippage and wear of the belt and the bearings on the motor and reducer.

[Bmwmoa67707]

Wiz, it is a 3/8" belt, but it is an automotive belt.....it is not as "soft" as the other belt that came with the machine.  It does fit down in the pulleys as it should, but it could be a bit stiff for this application.  I will look for a proper belt as you recommend.

Again thank you for looking out for me.

Steve

[Bmwmoa67707]

Wiz, another question....what is a type 3L belt?   From you question about the 4L 1/2"  I am tempted to think that belt width might be measured in 1/8" increments, therefore a 3L would be a 3/8" width and a 4L would be  4/8" (1/2")?  Does the "L" mean that it is a "lug" belt?  Also I would guess that a sewing machine belt might be somewhat softer and more flexible than the automotive belt?   Another question while on belts.....how much tension so as not to over wear bearings etc.? 

[Wizcrafts]

4 hours ago, Bmwmoa67707 said:

Wiz, another question....what is a type 3L belt?   From you question about the 4L 1/2"  I am tempted to think that belt width might be measured in 1/8" increments, therefore a 3L would be a 3/8" width and a 4L would be  4/8" (1/2")?  Does the "L" mean that it is a "lug" belt?  Also I would guess that a sewing machine belt might be somewhat softer and more flexible than the automotive belt?   Another question while on belts.....how much tension so as not to over wear bearings etc.? 

2L, 3L, 4L, and 5L prefix – The “L” stands for light duty, and is designed for use with fractional horsepower motors. Meaning less than 1 HP. “L” style belts are often designated as light duty industrial, or lawn & garden. These are all called "V belts" because their taper resembles a V shape.

You are correct that these belts vary in 1/8" increments in the USA. Type 3L = 3/8" across the top. The entire profile is different from automotive belts that are 1/2 inch across the top.Now that you know the best lengths, you can order proper belts from one of our dealers.

[Bmwmoa67707]

Wiz, understood, and thanks again!

Edited January 30, 2020 by Bmwmoa67707

[StitchLizard]

I'm here for the same question about the roller pressure. It's leaving wheel marks on my leather patches when applying on hats. I know there MUST be a way to adjust this, but I have no idea how. I've looked for days. I have a Consew 228r-11-1. A client brought me a hat that has absolutely no trace of roller or walking feet marks. Now they want more made without the indention. 

[Constabulary]

Reduce the foot pressure and / or use a roller foot with smooth surface or rubber layer on the wheel

Not sure if this one fits your machine https://www.ebay.com/itm/142979318355

Not sure how your machine is set up machine but this would be an adapter for the above roller  https://www.ebay.com/itm/145397360986

If your machine is set up with the flip aside roller foot already then there is also an optional adapter for using plain industrial presser feet (f.I. with a Teflon sole) instead of the roller foot 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/143603134209

with installed foot:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/165883555629

If you have a 1 row needle plate and feed dog then this set could be helpful when using plain industrial feet: https://www.ebay.com/itm/143603162021

Edited April 16, 2024 by Constabulary