Happy Father’s Day to the best VSM guy I know! Hi to Liz and praying for your sis. The 101 always puzzles me, seems like they chose to do a lot of things with that model the hard way. You always break it down and make it so much easier to understand.
Great news about your sister!! Also my favorite parts of this video were Liz and the kitty. I also like hearing the change in your voice as you have a frustration and then work to a solution. Gives me hope!😊
Great video as always. I never seen this type of wires in my area. Back in time all machines came with mobile handcrank version and in tables ("wooden box" type and classic cast iron). Motors were produced in small batches during the 30s and and late 40s (they are 127 volt standard it is kinda unusual for USSR). I have 40watt motor from 1959 220v variant, but manuals from sewing machines never shown variant with the motor. Machines with motors in mainstream came too late in 70s, but people preferred less noisy foot driven table variant.
The 101 was the first domestic machine that Singer offered that was "electric only" - no treadle, no hand crank options. I just wish the execution of the electricals were better. When it came to the 201, Singer wised up and made the treadle and hand crank options available.
Thanks for another informative video, Bob! Last winter, a passed on a 101 that I found in an antique shop, because the rehab work looked to be way more complicated than the more popular machines. Those lead wiring sheaths are the worst!!! Best Wishes to You, Liz & the kitties, and for your sister's speedy recovery. And Happy Father's Day!
@@BobFowlerWorkshop very helpful video Bob, as I need to rewire a light on a 1939 15 with that old style light. I just bought the machine today, and the whole machine needs to be rewired..(crispy critters) I am going to watch your video again on the rewiring of the potted motor. I need to find the old style a button foot pedal, as it was missing on this machine. The machine is in a cabinet where one can use the pedal, OR put it in a bracket and use the knees lever. Single lead power cord, bakelite 3 prong, which I already rewired. Any ideas where I should look for a pedal? Thanks Bob.
@@connieworcester55 My personal choice would be a modern, electronic foot control rather than the old style Singer button type. Both new electronic and vintage button style are all over eBay...
Great job Bob! I have not dealt with a 101 yet, feeling more prepared now! I've had challenging filming days the past few also. Maybe something is on retrograde 😅 have a fabulous week!
I only wish that the supply of motors were better. It was a relatively small production run, and when we encounter something burned out, it takes a while to find parts.
I buy it in 500 foot spools for about $30 a spool, so that's about $.06 a foot. Of course, 500 feet is far more than most folks will use in a lifetime... I like the Stinger Select because of the flexibility of the insulation. I would rather "home grow" my 2 conductor cable with shrink tube than use lamp cord, which IS an option. I'm sure other 18 gauge primary wire would be just fine, and I posted about the Stinger because I get a lot of emails wanting to know exactly what I'm using. YMMV...
Glad to hear your sister is on the mend!
Thanks! She's tough!
Happy Father’s Day to the best VSM guy I know! Hi to Liz and praying for your sis. The 101 always puzzles me, seems like they chose to do a lot of things with that model the hard way. You always break it down and make it so much easier to understand.
Thanks Jen! The 101 was a good first attempt, the 201 REALLY polished the idea and made it a winner.
Great news about your sister!! Also my favorite parts of this video were Liz and the kitty. I also like hearing the change in your voice as you have a frustration and then work to a solution. Gives me hope!😊
I wish ulcers made noise! LOL... Maybe that's not such a great idea after all... 🙂
Great video as always. I never seen this type of wires in my area. Back in time all machines came with mobile handcrank version and in tables ("wooden box" type and classic cast iron). Motors were produced in small batches during the 30s and and late 40s (they are 127 volt standard it is kinda unusual for USSR). I have 40watt motor from 1959 220v variant, but manuals from sewing machines never shown variant with the motor. Machines with motors in mainstream came too late in 70s, but people preferred less noisy foot driven table variant.
The 101 was the first domestic machine that Singer offered that was "electric only" - no treadle, no hand crank options. I just wish the execution of the electricals were better. When it came to the 201, Singer wised up and made the treadle and hand crank options available.
Thanks for another informative video, Bob! Last winter, a passed on a 101 that I found in an antique shop, because the rehab work looked to be way more complicated than the more popular machines. Those lead wiring sheaths are the worst!!! Best Wishes to You, Liz & the kitties, and for your sister's speedy recovery. And Happy Father's Day!
Thanks! Yeah, those lead sheaths are a major pain in the posterior...
Thanks Bob..
Glad you liked it!
@@BobFowlerWorkshop very helpful video Bob, as I need to rewire a light on a 1939 15 with that old style light. I just bought the machine today, and the whole machine needs to be rewired..(crispy critters) I am going to watch your video again on the rewiring of the potted motor. I need to find the old style a button foot pedal, as it was missing on this machine. The machine is in a cabinet where one can use the pedal, OR put it in a bracket and use the knees lever. Single lead power cord, bakelite 3 prong, which I already rewired. Any ideas where I should look for a pedal? Thanks Bob.
@@connieworcester55 My personal choice would be a modern, electronic foot control rather than the old style Singer button type. Both new electronic and vintage button style are all over eBay...
@@BobFowlerWorkshop Thank you.
Great job Bob! I have not dealt with a 101 yet, feeling more prepared now! I've had challenging filming days the past few also. Maybe something is on retrograde 😅 have a fabulous week!
I only wish that the supply of motors were better. It was a relatively small production run, and when we encounter something burned out, it takes a while to find parts.
Happy Father's day
Thanks Peggy!
Happy fathers day
Thanks Linda!
Should an old 101 self oiling wick be replaced or just keep using the old crusty one? Can it be replaced with oil lamp wick?
My advice is keep it. You should be able to refresh it with copious amounts of sewing machine oil.
I just bought a heat gun…and was told they would wreck the inside of a sewing machine when heating up frozen oils…? Thoughts?
Just be careful around plastic parts - especially gears - and don't crank the heat too high.
@@BobFowlerWorkshop I am hoping that you make a renovation video on a 96-10…this week! My first…’cuz it’s in the front rooms.
Well, I was a mechanic for forty plus years About Swearing I was also in the navy😂
I just looked up that wire because I have another machine to completely rewire…kinda pricey wire. Is it worth the cost, or is wire, wire?
I buy it in 500 foot spools for about $30 a spool, so that's about $.06 a foot. Of course, 500 feet is far more than most folks will use in a lifetime... I like the Stinger Select because of the flexibility of the insulation. I would rather "home grow" my 2 conductor cable with shrink tube than use lamp cord, which IS an option. I'm sure other 18 gauge primary wire would be just fine, and I posted about the Stinger because I get a lot of emails wanting to know exactly what I'm using. YMMV...
@@BobFowlerWorkshop Awesome. MY mileage won’t vary…I am a follower in this case. A trusting child in a world I am not versed in. I will buy some.
Alright say hi gracie
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