Geeez; And with NO coffee!!! Thanks again, Bob!!!

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that doesn't happen too often...

That is some pretty great filming for first thing in the morning! Thanks for the detailed video :)

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

I'm shocked I was 1) able to turn on the camera without coffee and 2) able to speak without coffee...

Thank you for your dedication.

2 years ago I needed to use my mom's sewing machine with a 66 bobbin case which she always complained about and I couldn't figure out how to get the thread up through that hole then I started reading on these sites and I figured out how to do that. Since then I have bought and repaired and played and sewn with 13 different machines including chain stitchers I have everything from a 1950-66 to a r i c c a r from the 70s a brand new singer start and an old Minnesota flying shuttle machine I love them all thanks a lot I love to work on them and I like to make stuff

@ronalddaub9740

2 жыл бұрын

I find it interesting that there are so many different types and ways to make a sewing machine because I used to work on motorcycles and still do to some extent and I thought if you can work on a motorcycle engine you can darn sure work on one of these thank you so much sir

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

@@ronalddaub9740 I have two Honda GL1100 Gold Wings that we've taken down to the bones and rebuilt. I'd rather do sewing machines, much easier on my knees! "-)

@ronalddaub9740

2 жыл бұрын

@@BobFowlerWorkshop absolutely

@ronalddaub9740

2 жыл бұрын

I seen more motorcycle basket cases in my life and I have seen sewing machine basket cases but nonetheless there are a lot of less parts, on a sewing machine especially when you get into the transmissions or timing chains I was surprised to see that one I first worked on had a timing belt underneath it

@ronalddaub9740

2 жыл бұрын

@@BobFowlerWorkshop I think it would be cool to see an old Maytag washing machine engine powering a sewing machine with a belt.

Thank you! I think I finally got my Singer 1200 dialed in- had occasional skipped stitches although I believe had the tension about right. The other thing was the stitches weren't as perfectly straight as they should have been. Raised the needle bar just a skosh and so far no skips and the stitches are nice and straight! Appreciate seeing the 2 different types of bar clamps- i have the "other one" that is not in the adjusters manual I have so your explanation really helped. Again THANK YOU!

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

Glad that helped!

Wow! Thanks so much.

@TeresaBearCFP

2 жыл бұрын

You could have had your coffee first.

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

@@TeresaBearCFP Not really... I quite literally had to knock this out FAST as I had 43 minutes from when I read your comment to when I had to be logged in for work to get this shot, edited, rendered, and posted! This one set a speed record!!! Thanks for keeping me honest!

hi, i have an ambassador delux zigzag black with a Morse moter the numbers i found on the bottom are 66308 please help!!! I'm having problems with everything now, I can't find a manual or anything about it do you have any videos that can help me? you are so good at showing every step. Any info will be greatly appreciated Thank you

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 ай бұрын

The Ambassador Deluxe machines that I have seen advertised on line all appear to be a generic Japanese 15 class machine from the 1950's. They pretty much are an improvement of a standard Singer 15-30, with added features such as a more modern stitch length regulator (like the type used on the 15-88 through -125 Singers), and a dropping feed dog control on the top of the baseplate, and most also have a vastly improved retaining mechanism for the shuttle. While they share the look of some of the 15-88 through -125 Singer machines, they use a 1 o'clock 15 class bobbin case like the 15-30, instead of the 11 o'clock case of the other mentioned Singer models. The construction and operation is almost exactly the same as the Singer machines. Therefore, since they didn't reinvent the wheel, you can pretty much get all of the information you need by looking at manuals for a Singer 15-30.

Hi Bob. I’m wanting to too stitch leather with a thicker thread. What would be the thickest I could use in a 201k 1947 please. Love your videos.

I have a singer 201-2 and I'm getting a clicking from the under side of the machine. It's coming from the long bottom bar that run the feed rocker system. I tried adjusting it left and right if I go right the clicking stops but the forward and reverse move my itself. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Bob i have a 1939 Singer 201k portable with a knee lever controller and i want to convert it to a foot pedal control. Can you help me with this please? thank you.

@BobFowlerWorkshop

10 ай бұрын

Sure, I have a few questions. Email me at argosybob@gmail.com and we can work this out.

Another question. Do you time the hook first or set the needle bar height first? Thanks for you videos.

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

Well, that's a great question. Different class machines have different priorities. Vibrating shuttle machines is timing first, needle bar height second. 15 class sewing machines, you would adjust the timing before you adjust needle bar height. With a 201 and most other 66 class machines, you can rough in the height, adjust the timing, then do a final height adjustment once timing is correct. Obviously, if the needle is hitting part of the mechanism because it's too low, you'll want to correct that clearance problem so it doesn't bend the needle before you can get the timing set correctly. It's always a bit of a dance, but once you get the hang of it, it's fun!

Awesome video bob, can you show how to time the hook and loop assembly in the bobbin case?

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's coming up!

@jfalatre

2 жыл бұрын

@@BobFowlerWorkshop great thanks can’t wait

@kathy_funk

2 жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea for a video!

hI,I HAVE LOOSENED THE SCREW AT THE REAR OF MY NEEDLE BAR,FROM THE REAR THRU THE HOLE,MY NEEDLE BAR SEEMS STUCK ANY IDEAS?

What if you don’t have the timing marks? I have a model 66 without the timing gauge. Is it a measurable amount of travel I can measure along side the needle bar? Thanks for the video! Appreciate that -

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! On an old 66 without marks, you can raise the needle bar 3/32" (turning top of the balance wheel towards you) and be in the correct position to adjust needle bar height and timing. Once again, "about 1/16 inch" is the specification called for by Singer.

@dekrev

2 жыл бұрын

@@BobFowlerWorkshop thanks so much Bob! I’m running an old 127 Sphinx from 1928 and a model 66 from 1921. Really appreciate your content - it’s been really helpful! Thanks again -

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

@@dekrev so happy that it helps!

Hi, I'm a bit late to the party here, but... I can't catch where in this you actually say by what means to adjust the needle bar height. Like, what screw do we need to loosen to adjust where the bar hits those marks?

@BobFowlerWorkshop

Жыл бұрын

Go to 5:53 in the video, you'll see how to access the screw for machines with the old style needle bar clamp. Having said that, some later 201's have the adjustment screw on the front of the needle bar clamp - just to make it easier.

@audreyhommes8256

Жыл бұрын

@@BobFowlerWorkshop Hi Bob, thanks so much for this video and the rest of your channel. You're helping me so much with the restoration of my 201! What is your recommendation for dealing with a stripped screw in the machine? Specifically, I have one of the "easy front-adjust" needle-bars you show in your demo, and the screw holding it in place is mildly stripped and stuck. the rubber-band trick hasn't worked, but I'm scared of trying anything more intensive... any tips?

@BobFowlerWorkshop

Жыл бұрын

@@audreyhommes8256 Drop me an email with a close up picture or two of the offending fastener and I'll get back to you. my email is argosybob@gmail.com

You are amazing - you can function that early and without coffee! I'd have only one eye open and my chin would be aiming for my chest. Anyway......I think I've missed something. I'm just finishing up cleaning my newly acquired 201-2 and am struggling a little with the timing. I've watched this video and the one on timing several times. What I don't get is at the end of this video you show the tightening of the needle bar screw inside the machine, right? But I didn't see you loosen anything prior to ensuring the needle bar gauge was in the correct position with the needle all the way down. That's what's got me confused. Please tell me what I missed. Thank you Bob!

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

OK, I think I know why you're confused (at least I hope I do). The gauge is a slip fit over the top of the needle bar bushing. They can move on their own (vibration, transportation, etc), so it's best practice to check that the top line on the clamp and the top of the gauge line up when the needle bar is at bottom dead center of its stroke. If it were out of position, it's just a matter of giving it a gentle nudge to get back in position before checking/adjusting timing.

@PibbleMom297

2 жыл бұрын

Per Henry Higgins, "I think she's got it!" I'm going back to my machine and check this out. Thank you so much! SG, aka Suzanne G.

@BobFowlerWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

@@PibbleMom297 too bad you didn't have that epiphany on May 20th!

@PibbleMom297

2 жыл бұрын

@@BobFowlerWorkshop I've never been accused of being the sharpest knife in the drawer! 😊

@PibbleMom297

2 жыл бұрын

I did it! Despite being a rather dull knife, I understood your explanation and my 201-2 is now sewing beautifully. I was able to fix the timing - TOTALLY due to your help. Thank you so much; I'm extremely grateful.

6:42 a reach around? OK buddy.