J Miller

My theory is something is binding somewhere and I just haven't seen it yet. More than likely some thread stuck somewhere it's not supposed to be.

If that's the case, it's sure hiding good.

Joe

ThayerRags

If you haven’t already, you might take the screw out of the take-up lever (usually left-hand thread) and see if there’s thread in there. Some of those connections are a cup that goes over a post, so thread can’t be seen in them as easily while assembled.

CD in Oklahoma

J Miller

Nope, I haven't done that. I've cleaned, oiled, examined, pulled the needle bar out, checked and cleaned it.
But the squeek has not changed and actually sounds louder to me.

I'll pull that T-U lever screw out and look.

Joe

J Miller

CD,

Pulled that screw out and checked for any thread where it doesn't belong. Found none.

I did find the lower motor bracket screws were not tight. Tightened them, but no change.

Let the machine sit for a week while it soaked in Tri-Flow, no change. Squeak, squeak, squeal is still there.

I'm stumped.

I'm gonna put the thing back together and give it back to my wife. I told her to run it till it breaks. It probably won't.
Some time last year I got rid of a Singer 413, very similar to this 518 that had developed a rattle. Never could find that noise either. Far as I'm concerned these machines are junk.

Not gonna work on it no more till it breaks or tells us what is wrong. I have other things I need to do.

Joe

miriam

just a suggestion:
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quiltedsunshine

Here's a thought... Could it be the motor? A drop of WD-40 on the commutator will fix a squealing motor. Then blow it out real good with an air compressor, to remove the WD-40.

J Miller

Miriam,
I am sorely tempted in this case. Believe you me. < Mom used to say that.

Annette,
That is one thing I haven't tried. Might as well, cant hurt.


Joe

miriam

Well there is an alternative
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Then it is easier to box up and mail:
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J Miller

Miriam,

LOL LOL That is a thought. I could be tempted except for two reasons.

A: Elaine won't let me, she like those machines.

B: My messed up shoulder won't let me wield a sledge hammer.

I'll try the motor idea. Can't hurt. Might actually fix the stupid thing.

Joe

oldsewnsew

Miriam hope u packaged it carefully and insured it!