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03-23-2012, 03:09 PM
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Just remember the machine must be cleaned first with machine oil or baby oil or what ever is you favorite method. Suggestions for cleaning on this board are very good and you should pick the one that is right for you.
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03-23-2012, 03:13 PM
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I have a continuing issue with my upper tensioner on my 301. When I got it, the tensioner was DOA...spring was sprung and parts gone. I put a brand new one on, but I have to set the knob at 0 to get correct tension...above that it's pulling the bobbin thread through. I'm not confident enough to mess around with it beyond my two tries to reinstall it for better result. Any suggestions?
Go to the tfsr.org site for tension information. http://www.tfsr.org/publications/tec...achine_manual/
click on tension mechanism, and I believe it is around page 5/6 that will give you the information on tension.
If you have the instruction manual for a Singer 15-91 (which I do) there is an excellent illustration and information on disassembling and reassembling the thread tension. I doubt the tension dial on your 301 is way different from the 15's. Hope that can be of help to you!
03-23-2012, 03:23 PM
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What is this: Blue Magic 12a TR 3 Resin Glaze - and where do you find it?
Joe, my hubby gets TR3 at an Reibe's or any auto supply store. Kathie
Joe, my hubby gets TR3 at an Reibe's or any auto supply store. Kathie
03-23-2012, 03:31 PM
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Janice,
Go to the tfsr.org site for tension information. http://www.tfsr.org/publications/tec...achine_manual/
click on tension mechanism, and I believe it is around page 5/6 that will give you the information on tension.
If you have the instruction manual for a Singer 15-91 (which I do) there is an excellent illustration and information on disassembling and reassembling the thread tension. I doubt the tension dial on your 301 is way different from the 15's. Hope that can be of help to you!
Go to the tfsr.org site for tension information. http://www.tfsr.org/publications/tec...achine_manual/
click on tension mechanism, and I believe it is around page 5/6 that will give you the information on tension.
If you have the instruction manual for a Singer 15-91 (which I do) there is an excellent illustration and information on disassembling and reassembling the thread tension. I doubt the tension dial on your 301 is way different from the 15's. Hope that can be of help to you!
03-23-2012, 03:35 PM
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You came to my rescue!!!
03-23-2012, 03:36 PM
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Now that we cleared up what is japan on the old ladies, lets take it one step further. After the machines have been japaned the dacals were applied. Then a clear coat was applied to protect the decals. This clear coat is shellac(yes the same shellac used on the cabinets). Shellac when ages takes on a brown orange look that some people think is from smoking etc. It is not it is the aged shellac that is dry and rubbed off so looks shiny in spots and dull in others. So that is why you see brown areas and shiny areas after the machines is cleaned. This can be repaired and the shine will come back on the machine if you know a little about french polising which is nothing more than desolving the old shellac with new and making it bright again. It takes some time to do and practice. I have been doing this on furniture and machines for 40 + years. I hope this is not confussing to you but if you PM I will give detail instructions on how to do this. When you polish with such compounds as TR3 glazing compound you are just removing this shellac coating and making the finish look smooth again but the protection for the decals and the japan is gone. Wax will help protect the finish but will have to applied every six months or so. If you have any question please ask or PM I will be happy to answer any questions you may have. This is a method of restoration that anyone can do and it is easy.
03-23-2012, 03:39 PM
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03-23-2012, 03:42 PM
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My grandson showed up with a plastic toy Singer and the chainstitch doesn't work. I assume it's a hopeless situation. He just read what I wrote and told me to add that's a piece of junk.
03-23-2012, 03:48 PM
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Glen, please do a tutorial on this. I think I want to do it on my Singer FW recently acquired. The gold powder that covered the machine was not dust it was finish - I'm pretty sure. I wiped it off with a damp rag - no oil or soap - the paint and decals aren't too bad but it does need protection.
I will try to get something on tomorrow in the evening if I have time. Say Hi to Phil Skip
03-23-2012, 03:57 PM
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That is very thoughful of you. I just purchase my first vintage machine today from a seller on craigslist gulfport. It needs a new belt. No manual, bobbin or attachments to go with it. It is a vintage singer spartan. In the area of the throat plate is reads "Made in Great Britain." On the back by the belt it states "Made in Canada." V.110-120,A.O.B, A.C. & DC. What can you tell me about this machine?
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