The largest thread that I can run without having troubles with it, is 207 top and 138 bottom. I could probably go with something larger on the top. But the bottom Max 138 otherwise I have too much trouble. So 207 top and 138 bottom and it runs perfectly.
Thank you for sharing. I have one. Blessings
Can you update your link you posted for the pulley? It does not take you to the pulley. Thanks
I have one singer 111w155 what tha bigger zize needle Can use do anybody know
How thick of leather can you sew with this machine? How many ounces?
I saw alot of belts that are approximately a ¼" thick with no trouble at all. You can show up to about 3/8 of an inch
Can you tell me how to service this machine? I haven’t used mine in 7 years due to caring for my husband. I’d appreciate any help you can give me.
I found a couple videos here on UA-cam and that's how I serviced mine when it needed it.
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Whats the longest stitch length you can get out of this machine? Thanks
I'm sure I think about a 3/16
What foot do you have on there? I still have the original and it mars the leather
I believe that foot is for sewing zippers there's a right and a left and that was on there when I bought the machine
What size needle and thread are you using in this video??
The largest thread that I can run without having troubles with it, is 207 top and 138 bottom. I could probably go with something larger on the top. But the bottom Max 138 otherwise I have too much trouble. So 207 top and 138 bottom and it runs perfectly.
Here is a link that mite help.
leatherworker.net/forum/topic/75371-singer-model-111-w-155-31-15-repair-manual/
If the timing is good. Then maybe just clean it well and oil it.
We’re did u buy the speed reducer? I have a singer 241-12 that is wayyyyy to fast
I found mine on Ebay