Re: need Singer repair help!


"robb" <some@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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"Jeff" <jnagel1880@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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. Someone said maybe
it's the "timing"?

As for ""rough timing"" estimate... and peace of mind..... that
is easy enough for you to check
======================
0- install a new, good needle
1 - set machine to SS
2- open bobbin case cover and locate the sharp thread hook.


Sorry, (#2) should have included remove the needle plate

you will need to remove the needle plate to see the hook and
needle

robb

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