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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    11-05-2014, 02:16 PM
    Replies: 153
    Views: 195,629
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi folks here are some more pieces. Firstly the...

    Hi folks here are some more pieces. Firstly the before shot of the other corner where the lid catch fits:
    http://www.quiltingboard.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=497867&stc=1
    and after:...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    11-03-2014, 01:01 PM
    Replies: 153
    Views: 195,629
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi all, Here are some more before and after...

    Hi all,
    Here are some more before and after shots. Here is a before of the machine base. No real damage but not looking too good:...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    10-28-2014, 02:50 PM
    Replies: 153
    Views: 195,629
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi SteveH, I like to keep things simple. This...

    Hi SteveH,
    I like to keep things simple. This is my method. I don't claim it's the perfect way to go but it works for me.First job I do is gently attempt to give the handwheel a turn. If it turns...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    10-26-2014, 11:09 AM
    Replies: 153
    Views: 195,629
    Posted By stitch1967

    Had a great bit of luck yesterday when I became...

    Had a great bit of luck yesterday when I became the proud owner of a 1918 Singer 99K. Not in terrible condition but will certainly look better with some TLC. I'll post some before and after photos....
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-22-2013, 11:25 AM
    Replies: 52
    Views: 9,458
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi Candace, Good job! It looks great. That...

    Hi Candace,
    Good job! It looks great. That paint really gives it a "cast iron" look. Keep up the good work.
    Stitch
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-21-2013, 01:53 PM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 32,098
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi Muv, What I meant to ask was "Why does my...

    Hi Muv,
    What I meant to ask was "Why does my stop motion screw become loose of its own accord?" I think the problem has been solved by ensuring it was properly clean and oiled. It seems to function...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-18-2013, 09:24 AM
    Replies: 153
    Views: 195,629
    Posted By stitch1967

    Here are a couple of bits i forgot to post and...

    Here are a couple of bits i forgot to post and then the (almost) completed item.
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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-18-2013, 08:45 AM
    Replies: 153
    Views: 195,629
    Posted By stitch1967

    Here are the remaining bits. ...

    Here are the remaining bits.
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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-16-2013, 11:57 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 4,573
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi Joe, I'll do as you suggest and repost some...

    Hi Joe,
    I'll do as you suggest and repost some (better) photos when complete. Many thanks.
    stitch1967
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-16-2013, 11:47 AM
    Replies: 153
    Views: 195,629
    Posted By stitch1967

    The treadle table (single drawer with leaf) for...

    The treadle table (single drawer with leaf) for my first restoration 15k80 is almost ready for a rebuild. Cast iron parts were painted in an awful brown paint. I took the decision to strip to bare...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-16-2013, 11:30 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 4,573
    Posted By stitch1967

    Many thanks. The sewing machine oil strategy...

    Many thanks. The sewing machine oil strategy seems the best course of action. I'll give it a try and see what happens. I want the machine to look good but not at the risk of damaging the finish which...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-16-2013, 01:17 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 4,573
    Posted By stitch1967

    My 15k80 has what looks like a brittle brown...

    My 15k80 has what looks like a brittle brown hazing over the black japanning. It is predominantly around the oiling holes. Is it an original part of the varnish/japan covering or is it just dried up...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-15-2013, 12:59 AM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 32,098
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi Muv, I have a question regarding the stop...

    Hi Muv,
    I have a question regarding the stop motion screw assembly. I'm assuming it works by pushing the balance wheel against the flange which then drives (by friction) the linkage to the needle...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-15-2013, 12:51 AM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 32,098
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi Muv, Firstly, thanks for your very...

    Hi Muv,
    Firstly, thanks for your very informative videos on cleaning and re-threading. I've learned so much from them.
    I've dated my machine to 1934. I have a catalogue, instructions and original...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-13-2013, 11:49 AM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 32,098
    Posted By stitch1967

    Here goes hopefully pictures will...

    Here goes hopefully pictures will show.413244413245413246413247413248Image showing view under faceplate is after a cleaning session. Others are before.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-13-2013, 11:32 AM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 32,098
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi, After reading for a while it appears that...

    Hi,
    After reading for a while it appears that it is customary to name each machine. Mine has a serial number starting with "Y" so she is now "Yolanda". She has lived quietly in my cellar for 18...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-13-2013, 02:48 AM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 32,098
    Posted By stitch1967

    Hi folks, First time on here and not a blogger by...

    Hi folks, First time on here and not a blogger by habit so apologies if my "blogging etiquette" is not up to standard. I'm new to the whole sewing machine subject but have so far found it very...
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