I just serviced one of these. It's a really nice machine as long as that gear holds together. So solid and smooth... I admit to being a rotary hook fan...
@@JohnBau those gears are usually going to break early on, I think, when they are defective from the start. If they’ve lasted this long, I’m guessing they were made properly, and aren’t going to fail. We’re finding that some plastic parts producers were hurrying their processes and not following recommended procedures that resulted in failed plastic (nylon) parts. Honda has had to recall many new lawnmowers and other small machinery that had engine parts with bad nylon components. Subcontractors we’re at fault, but Honda takes the hit. Trying to cut corners and make things on the cheap, usually has a sad ending.
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954 That makes some sense. BTW, your trick for removing the bobbin case was really helpful, thank you... the manual's instructions are useless!
Any issues that arise will be solvable as long as the drive gears are intact. If they haven’t broken by now, you’ll be ok if you stay off heavy denim and such. The gears that were defective, usually failed right away. Good luck 🍀
That’s called “pulling the rabbit out of the hat” in mechanics terms. Be on the hunt for something close in size, then manipulate it to fit. The feeling of accomplishment once it’s working, is kinda awesome.👍😎
600 miles round trip? If that doesn't say that you are THE BEST, I just don't know. Smart lady. Even smarter if she sells that Kenny and gets herself a 158-1941. If you are reading this, m'am, it's ALL METAL. NO PLASTIC INTERNAL PARTS.
A lot of these small town dealers didn’t survive the Covid situation. Word gets out that I’m alive and well and I get the business. I’m not the best who ever lived, but I may be one of the best who’s still alive. 😎
@@ronalddevine9587 that would put me above some guys that I apprenticed that were basically born McGyvers. I’m far from that, but I appreciate your kind words. 😎
@@ronalddevine9587 that’s ok. As long as I’m not underpaid, I’m good. I have learned to be humble. It was an ordeal to learn. I’ve accepted the lesson.
Thank you so much! I’m servicing a 158.17820 that has the exact same bobbin area with the same problem of the feed dogs not dropping. I never would have figured out how to get that bobbin case out of there without you. Thanks again.
Love your channel. Always so helpful when I'm using my Kenmore machines. Recently, I purchased a Kenmore 158.1813 for super cheap so I had to get it. I noticed under the top lid around the bobbin winder this black powder almost like dirt all up in there. Doesn't seem normal to me. Have you come across anything like that? I'm trying my best to clean it all up since it's on the motor as well. Also, do have any tips on cleaning up old oil stains? Thanks!
That dust is usually from the bobbin winder wheel being ground down by the inside of the hand wheel. It needs a drop of oil on the winder axle that spins the rubber wheel. Don’t oil the rubber area. It relies on friction to operate. Check the rubber winder wheel to see if it has a flat spot. If so, slip it off and install another one. If it has a flat spot, it will make a racket like you can’t believe. Old oil stains can be removed with some rubbing alcohol and plenty of rubbing. 😎
Hey there! I have this machine. The top knob that has the orange dot, button hole and modifier, it's bent in. The actual mechanism that turns. It still turns but how can I fix it so it can sit how it's supposed to? I hope I'm making sense. So sorry.
@@ninjaturtle365 i get what you’re asking and explaining, i just don’t know of a way to correct the bent positioner. I guess it sustained a hit to that knob area. I wish i could give you a solution, but it’s not always doable.
Those plastic gears may still look perfect but at 50y old the plastic is now as strong as hardened cheese. It is waiting to break at the first machine jam. Would not bet on such machine, unless it's for sentimental reason.
That bobin case is a beast! Also, "It's JB Weld time" made me chuckle. Great work!
Thanks. And. You’re welcome. 👍🏼😎
I just serviced one of these. It's a really nice machine as long as that gear holds together. So solid and smooth... I admit to being a rotary hook fan...
@@JohnBau those gears are usually going to break early on, I think, when they are defective from the start. If they’ve lasted this long, I’m guessing they were made properly, and aren’t going to fail. We’re finding that some plastic parts producers were hurrying their processes and not following recommended procedures that resulted in failed plastic (nylon) parts.
Honda has had to recall many new lawnmowers and other small machinery that had engine parts with bad nylon components. Subcontractors we’re at fault, but Honda takes the hit.
Trying to cut corners and make things on the cheap, usually has a sad ending.
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954 That makes some sense. BTW, your trick for removing the bobbin case was really helpful, thank you... the manual's instructions are useless!
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well i just bought a 158. 17811 :( works great right now and it was just services so hopefully I don't have too many issues.
Any issues that arise will be solvable as long as the drive gears are intact. If they haven’t broken by now, you’ll be ok if you stay off heavy denim and such.
The gears that were defective, usually failed right away. Good luck 🍀
Looking from the bottom, the belt next to the motor is not moving but the metal is spinning. I took a video but can't seem to post it.
Oil the idler pulley assembly and make sure to adjust the belts properly.
I made a bobbin case for a Wheeler-Wilson out of a plastic teaspoon once. This video reminds me that I need to work on its metal replacement. 😂
That’s called “pulling the rabbit out of the hat” in mechanics terms. Be on the hunt for something close in size, then manipulate it to fit.
The feeling of accomplishment once it’s working, is kinda awesome.👍😎
600 miles round trip? If that doesn't say that you are THE BEST, I just don't know. Smart lady. Even smarter if she sells that Kenny and gets herself a 158-1941. If you are reading this, m'am, it's ALL METAL. NO PLASTIC INTERNAL PARTS.
A lot of these small town dealers didn’t survive the Covid situation. Word gets out that I’m alive and well and I get the business.
I’m not the best who ever lived, but I may be one of the best who’s still alive.
😎
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
I beg to differ. You are the best who ever lived and repairs sewing machines.
@@ronalddevine9587 that would put me above some guys that I apprenticed that were basically born McGyvers.
I’m far from that, but I appreciate your kind words. 😎
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954
Dude, you underestimate yourself.
@@ronalddevine9587 that’s ok. As long as I’m not underpaid, I’m good.
I have learned to be humble. It was an ordeal to learn. I’ve accepted the lesson.
Thank you so much! I’m servicing a 158.17820 that has the exact same bobbin area with the same problem of the feed dogs not dropping. I never would have figured out how to get that bobbin case out of there without you. Thanks again.
👍😎
Love your channel. Always so helpful when I'm using my Kenmore machines. Recently, I purchased a Kenmore 158.1813 for super cheap so I had to get it. I noticed under the top lid around the bobbin winder this black powder almost like dirt all up in there. Doesn't seem normal to me. Have you come across anything like that? I'm trying my best to clean it all up since it's on the motor as well. Also, do have any tips on cleaning up old oil stains? Thanks!
That dust is usually from the bobbin winder wheel being ground down by the inside of the hand wheel.
It needs a drop of oil on the winder axle that spins the rubber wheel.
Don’t oil the rubber area. It relies on friction to operate.
Check the rubber winder wheel to see if it has a flat spot.
If so, slip it off and install another one.
If it has a flat spot, it will make a racket like you can’t believe.
Old oil stains can be removed with some rubbing alcohol and plenty of rubbing. 😎
Again, awesome as usual! I'll check it out! Thanks for the tip!😊
Super informative, thank you for another great video.
You’re welcome and thanks for watching 👍😎
What are your thoughts on the 158.15150 or 158.1914? The 1914 seems to have a ton of external plastic but I'm told its all metal inside.
If it’s a front load, 15 class, 158 series Kenmore, I’m a fan. Steel drive components will last as long as necessary. 👍🏼
Hey there! I have this machine. The top knob that has the orange dot, button hole and modifier, it's bent in. The actual mechanism that turns. It still turns but how can I fix it so it can sit how it's supposed to? I hope I'm making sense. So sorry.
@@ninjaturtle365 i get what you’re asking and explaining, i just don’t know of a way to correct the bent positioner.
I guess it sustained a hit to that knob area.
I wish i could give you a solution, but it’s not always doable.
@@randyyoursewingmachineman9954 it's turning. Will this cause any issues or or is this more of a cosmetic issue?? Also, thanks so much for responding!
@@ninjaturtle365 if it’s turning, I guess it will be ok. It will just look weird.
@randyyoursewingmachineman9954 thanks so much!! I appreciate it.
@@ninjaturtle365 you’re welcome. 😎👍
i really had a problem on my shuttle, can i remove it ?
I show how to remove the bobbin case in me video. Don’t take the screws out. Just flip the white levers on the left and right. 😎
Those plastic gears may still look perfect but at 50y old the plastic is now as strong as hardened cheese. It is waiting to break at the first machine jam. Would not bet on such machine, unless it's for sentimental reason.
True words. 😎👍🏼
Oh no... I bought one, did I just get a bummer of a machine?!?!
If the gear isn’t broken, it probably won’t break if you’re careful.
The defective ones are rare, but they’re usually already broken by now.