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.
Can you update your link you posted for the pulley? It does not take you to the pulley. Thanks
Thank you for sharing. I have one. Blessings
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 RUclips and that's how I serviced mine when it needed it.
Item specifics
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.
We’re did u buy the speed reducer? I have a singer 241-12 that is wayyyyy to fast
I found mine on Ebay
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.