"My Machine Won't Pick Up The Bobbin Thread" Chinese Sewing Machine Q and A #1

[@herbertbrown119]

This is the first video producer I’ve seen that answers all the comments. Very classy

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Thanks

[@kgreen812]

Thank you for demonstrating that I was lost and didn’t understand the process and now I have a clean and clear understanding and my machine works perfectly. Again, thank you.

[@rockyreynolds4027]

I got this machine in today 2-19-24 and this video helped me not send it back thank you sir and I subscribed just in case I run into problems in the future

[@oliveleafproductions]

I sill can't get my bobbin thread up but your videos have been helpful.

[@JayHirsch-gl3pc]

Read my response to him I’m Jay Hirsch This will solve your problem because his idea did not work for me. Try my idea❤️🙏🏽

[@paisley436]

You sir are what makes the internet worth while!!! Thank you so much for these videos. I was about to start either throw things or start crying (or both) but this fixed it. :)

[@tonyblinks5879]

literally me yesterday. I was soo mad lol but works now thanks to him

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad to help

[@rasamarsin961]

Me too

[@swm-sm6cu]

Thank God for nice people like you who make KZbin videos to help dumb people like me to get their sewing machine working properly.

[@surgenwave]

I was having issues with my machine after I took the whole thing out like you mentioned. I followed your steps and now my machine is back to working properly. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@raybhamilton]

Yes it was helpful. I changed the bobbin and it would not pick it up. Now it will. Thank you.

[@seasick33]

If it wasn't for your videos I'm sure my new Chinese sewing machine would be in the trash by now. Although there are plenty of other videos yours has a way of getting to the bottom line. Thank you very much.

[@alphabravo3683]

Thanks. Your demos are clear and concise. A rare talent.

[@tomphillips8565]

I appreciate the way you clearly instruct how to overcome one's problems with the sewing machine. Thanks.

[@thecrawlinchaos]

Ive watched all the videos and i still cant get my bobbin thread to pick up. Help!

[@nikiw5070]

I just got one of these yesterday. And I am so thankful for all your videos. They are very informative and extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad I could help!

[@byranbaker3071]

This thing would be laying in the woods somewhere if it wasn't for your videos, and after your videos help me out, I'm smiling a loving it again. Thank You so much.

[@anthonymoynihan2812]

Hay thank you so much for all the help You will probably never see this but as a new person in this hobby it really helps a lot and you are doing a great job thanks again

[@JosephLorentzen]

Oh gee, I just learned something that will fix a problem with a modern machine.

[@alittlebitofwendy]

This is one great teacher! this video just fixed my problem. Highly recommend this KZbin teacher.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Wow, thanks!

[@jakesmalloy131]

Listen to all your videos on the bobbin not picking up the thread, following all your suggestions, nothing worked, finally figured it out, if your needle shaft falls out of the hole on top, if you don't put it back in the hole, in the right position your bobbin won't thread, simple but had me up for 3 nights trying to fix

[@JayHirsch-gl3pc]

I had same problem but I solved it . HIS IDEA DID NOT WORK. IM JAY HIRSCH AND IN THE COMMENT SECTION IM JUST BELOW YOU I HAVE THE ANSWER FOR THAT BOBBIN PROBLEM. PLEASE TRY MY QUICK TRICK TO MAKE IT WORK EVERY G D TIME IM JAY HIRSCH PLEASE READ MY SOLUTION FOR BOBBIN THREAD❤️🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🙏🏽

[@alcofrisbas.]

great video! Using this and few more of your videos i was able to time and sew with my new machine. One thing I did in addition was to add thick grease to the bearing portions on the cam, wheel, pitman arm, and other rotating surfaces. it's smooth as butter now.

[@vhram1]

Thanks for posting these videos. I picked up a used machine the previous owner gave up on for dirt cheap, Got it de-burred lubed and several adjustments and now it works great. The videos made it easy.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad to help

[@Indianartifact]

THANK YOU!! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with this machine! Huge help!

[@marcosaca5563]

wow man cant thank u enough the minute i made adjustments and saw the loop being made from the bobbin i got hype thanks

[@mkbk1382]

A REALLY BIG THANKS! after 4 days of trying to get my needle to catch the thread, from your videos I was able to solve this problem in a few minutes!!!

[@redxican2345]

I'm still can't get it any pointers

[@John-d7p]

I'm expecting my machine in a day or so, and have found your channel to be the very best tutorial on the subject I can possibly imagine. I have no questions. It's that good. That said, I have just one request: Better lighting for your videos. Two clamp-on lights would make all the difference. Thank you so much, and I'm looking forward to learning everything I can.

[@allanwells4886]

I envy your machine; mine won't even pick up the bobbin thread. Hook and needle timing is correct; I'm going back to my old Singer until I can get an old 29K with the narrow bed.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Here are three videos on the topic of "won't even pick up the bobbin thread". kzbin.info/www/bejne/faa6qZeprdKLlcU kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5vHlIxopdWrrq8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJLKpXeamMqhras

[@aresandapate]

Thanks for your help. I only now realised all the settings were correct, but the needle was in the wrong way. Arrrrg got it now though. The machine works like a dream.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Excellent!

[@nayt7357]

Which way does your needle have to be in?

[@Debbie4729]

I just got mine for Christmas.I am watching your video and getting tips that others haven't told me about-like the gear in the bobbin case!Thank you- I am gonna get the hang of it eventually!

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad I could help!

[@Monantrian7]

Glad you made this video cause I have been trying to fix my machine for a year and just came across this video.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad I could help

[@oldergeologist]

Great information presented in a concise and clear manner.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Thank you so much for your comment

[@marypoole9113]

Thank you for this video, I did the 12 and 3 and it picked up the first time and didn't miss a stitch after that.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Good deal, thanks for commenting.

[@Triple_S5980]

Same here!

[@susanpage4374]

I have watched all three of your bobbin thread Q&A’s, and I simply have not been able to resolve my issue. I have not been able to find another video with a solution. I just recently purchased my machine. “New upgraded version “. 😂 Absolutely can not pickup bobbin thread. At wits end.

[@d4shkova]

Thank you for making this video, I got my bobbin holder in the wrong position and couldn't figure out how to stick it back in. You saved the day!

[@debbiepoland5159]

I had this problem and thought the piece under the bobbin was the problem but the book i have doesn't give the correct position. Thank you so much, you saved me so much frustration. I was ready to throw it out and buy a different one.

[@herbertbrown119]

What ?? You got a book with yours ?

[@projectbrewsky2048]

Not sure if they redid the gear setup, but on my new machine (ordered Dec 2024) I tried the crank handle at 12 o'clock with the bobbin at 3 o'clock, and even went plus or minus a few teeth in either direction, was only punching needle holes. The only way I can get my bobbin carrier to hook the needle thread is to have the bobbin carrier at 6 o'clock when the crank handle is at 12 o'clock, and even then it isn't quite right, sometimes it snaps the thread, sometimes it doesn't catch the stitch, sometimes it snaps the top thread. First thing I did when I unboxed it was strip it down for cleaning, filing, and greasing with your reassembly video playing. Like an idiot, I didn't take note of how the carrier was clocked when I took her apart

[@gladstonemason5143]

Thank you so much I accidentally pulled out mine and was unable to replace it correctly until I ran into clip.👍🏿

[@jeanobad9492]

Thank you. Useful. But I still have thread breaks on top thread every time. Sigh...

[@LittlestWave]

Where is it breaking? There could be a burr somewhere on the thread path you need to smooth out. Also there's a Facebook group for the Chinese shoe patcher machine. Lots of good people there!

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

It could be a couple different issues like: Needle bar height, bur in bobbin shuttle, bur in needle, out of timing, or a tension issue. If you need extra help I can set up a video chat

[@amielgovindasamy9309]

Thanks finally managed to fix my machine

[@ParkourFalke95]

i had the same problem, but after a frustrating ehile i figured it out by myself. my issue is, that while i am sewing, not every sitch is made and my top thread breaks if i go too fast. I think it does have something to do with the tesioning thinngies...

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

More than likely that's a timing issue and not a tension issue. Those tension disk on top would have to be tightened all the way down to snap the upper thread. It could be a needle bar issue as well

[@hectorgonzalez5258]

Thank you sir now I know how fix my machine thanks again

[@Firekeeper61]

I have learn ed so much from you Sir, I have done a good amount rehab following 3 strokes and a brain surgery.I must say Thank you so much for not giving up on us. May God bless you and your family. 🙏😉✌️

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

So nice of you!! Blessings for you and your family as well, I hope you fully recover soon.

[@kathleensimmons163]

Thanks for your videos, loved them now i need 1 to1 so where do i pay, i am still having trouble picking up the thread from the bobin. I have done the adjustments like u said and made sure my bobin is correct. Thanks Kathy

[@hunterleatherworx379]

Thank you. Very Clear. From the UK

[@timothyopenshaw3159]

this is very helpful i just got my machine thankyou very much.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad it helped

[@maddog45auto66]

I really enjoy your videos that you make it has sold me on the Chinese sewing machine thanks a lot keep up the videos and we'll definitely keep watching

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad you like them!

[@rougnedodor2505]

Really helpful thanks. Got my machine running with this video. Keep up the good work.

[@johnhenkel4825]

john henkel,feb 22,2020,I was going crazy watching your videos trying to pick-up the thread until i ran across the needle rod up and down,think i may have it now thanks good work

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad I could help

[@mkbk1382]

Have you made a video explaining how the thread can be tightened?

[@jamesrademacher8792]

i will look forward your channel just got my machine

[@eddypagan8675]

I just want to thank you for posting because I am a newby in having this machine with out knowing nothing.Do you have a how to put the threat in slow steps so I can start?

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qojKqa2JeL-rqLM

[@helenlolita1]

Thank you... cant wait to get home and try this fix

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I hope this video helps!! If not I have three other videos on the same issue.😀

[@carlenekirkwood]

Lyle Kirkwood - My problem with my chinese shoe leather machine is that my needle will not line up with the bobbin hole. Please advise how to adjust this problem.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

You will need to loosen the three bolts under the sewing arm to realign the needle to the bobbin hole.

[@themediacontrolyouropinon]

Of course that was helpful dude.....just there are some guys that doesn't like it ... But I'm learning and this was all I needed.. Thanks a lot🙏🙏🙏🙌🙌

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Thank you for commenting!! 😀

[@NITEGOD]

Nice video and great info . you make it so easy to understand

[@SuperheroArmorychannel]

It didn’t work for me and I followed your directions exactly. It refuses to catch the thread from the lower bobbin and pull it up no matter what i try. Any ideas?

[@janchristiansen3358]

You really saved my day with the needle hight 3 mm for m’y machine Thanks Jan

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad I could help!

[@Triple_S5980]

You are awesome. I just bought mine and I am setting up and nothing is stitching. Thanks so so so so much!

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dajoker515]

Very helpful.... I just ordered one and was wondering how the bobbing was done and how to connect it

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Thanks! If you ever have any questions feel free to ask away.

[@martinemms8174]

Thank you for the videos. Have you experienced the top thread snapping Inside the bobbin?

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Yes I have. If your having that issue check out these videos too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnukmaSYbtmBpsU kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJLKpXeamMqhras kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5vHlIxopdWrrq8

[@KlausHollstein]

finally the answers to my sewing machine problem ! Thank you !

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Your very welcome, I am happy I could help!!

[@robradford66]

Hi, @ the 12:00 position, my machines gear drive is sticking out about 1 1/4" and in the bobbin well no gears are left, so I can't put the bobbin mechinism. Any place I put it I can"t get a full rotation

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

You need to loosen up the two bolts on the pitman rod so you can adjust where the gears meet.

[@miikela9093]

The bobbin on my cobbler machine doesnt go through the top hole when I do the 1st rotation.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I have three videos on that topic, but if you need more help I offer video meetings to help trouble shoot your machine.

[@chopperchuck]

thank's for the info , what if you have a digital clock ?...lol

[@docoh3356]

great video .can u tell me how to set the timing when installing the crank handle ?

[@deankay4434]

Hopefully you have found your answer by now, but he has other videos that cover this issue. The answer is the hand wheel handle is at 12 O’Clock. This where you ate the bobbin drive at 3 O’clock and the bobbin shuttle drops in. Using large thread like TEX 135 / Size 138 will work in the needle series HA X 1, metric 110/18. TEX 135 has a 21 lb. tensile strength if using bonded nylon thread. I use this thread in the bobbin tension thru #2 bottom hole, across tension spring into #1 top hole closest to hook. Hope this helps all.

[@chrisboddy9775]

Great informative video should help lots of user's for this and other machines thank you

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Thank you for the support!!

[@RichardLeBourdais]

wow i will get my sewing machine going,i hope

[@garycarter9589]

O0⁰

[@andreytsarenko6965]

Anyway you can do a video using this to sew on a cap patch?

[@nunyabusiness5199]

Harrison, Followed all ur steps....Shuttle at 3:00 o’clock, crank @12:00...etc. My needle thread keeps getting stuck underneath the bobbin shuttle mechanism and breaking my thread and sometimes my needle. How do I get it timed right so it works likes it’s supposed to...????? Thx

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Check out my playlist on this sewing machine and review through the videos, if you can't find a solution then join this Facebook group for extra help. facebook.com/groups/1646031288779869/ It's a awesome group with tons of info on these machines.

[@2300rkt]

Thanks so much. You solved my problem. I would have never got this thing working. Machine didn't come with any real instructions, just a part diagram and trouble shooting guide which was not helpful.

[@ryanswindlehurst8495]

Hi guys, I'm new to these machines and to this site (although I've watched a TON of videos, thank you very much BTW!) But after the first week and only 2 projects in, I lost a bearing. The linkages that have the tiny bearings on the end which fit in the flywheel/hand crank plate were pretty good & smooth from the start, but the one in the pitman-arm linkage just fell apart today. I have been looking at every site related to these machines & have yet to find a single mention of them anywhere. Bantam seems to be the go-to place for replacement parts, but I can't find these bearings there either. I'm more than willing to spend the time to replace just the bearing, and I have access to a press with about any fitting out there, but obviously the adjustable linkage at the end in it's entirety would be simpler. And certainly not very expensive to replace, so either way, I don't care. Has anyone else had this issue or might know where to find replacements?

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I have not had this issue, but I will check with Matt at Bantam to see if he can get these parts

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I got a hold of Matt at Bantam and he said he has the part your looking for, but he's going to be out on vacation until the 29th.

[@ryanswindlehurst8495]

@@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks I was able to get in touch with Matt & he got me set up with the part I need. Thanks for your help once again!!

[@ristorinne5817]

As an leather and silver jewelry hobbyist in my older days(58 years) here in Finland, i am going to buy one of these machines. I have seen many videos about this machine and how to set it up. But your video is far more better than i have seen. You are a true master when it comes to tutorials. You saved me from many hours of distress. For that i thank you. In the latest video about this machine, you mentioned that if i wan´t to use thicker thread, i should skip the second thread tensioner. Does that mean i can use waxed #462, or 0,0315 diameter thread? Thank you for possible answer.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I am sorry it has taken me so long to reply to your comment. Sometimes these comments get away from me. Waxed thread is not recommended on these machines because it will gum up the tension disks. Once that happens, your tension will be all over the place. The largest thread recommended is T207. I am not sure what that equates to in-diameter thread size.

[@Rstifleable]

OK, so here’s the problem I running into. I set the cams exactly as you described, then I positioned the handle at the wheel at 12 o’clock inserted the shuttle at 3 o’clock. When I inserted the bobbin and shut the bobbin cover. Everything is good right? It is picking up the bobbin thread, but it gets in a knot all around the bobbin. I can’t figure this problem out. I’m using a standard needle and thread so it’s not a problem with those two items. I polished the bobbin and shuttle to ensure the thread didn’t tangle due to fish hooks or something else. The timing should be correct. I went step by step to ensure it is. But obviously something is off. Any ideas??

[@Jeweled_and_tooled_customs]

My thread still won’t pick up bobbin thread I’ve followed your videos and still can’t get it because the top thread tightens and breaks and I have no clue why

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I have three to four videos on that topic. Check out my complete playlist on the Chinese sewing machine.

[@007gucciboy]

Hiya guys, i have a picture to show you but no option to share, my thread now comes through thanks to your video...thanks...but now everytime the needle goes down and comes back up it keeps cutting the upper thread...have a pic to show needle position if that helps...it seems too close to the edge of the foot housing

[@mosehousesix7614]

Hi I’m having a problem where my stitches are to tight and is causing the material to flare up next to the stitch but if I loosen both the bobbin and the tensioner the stitches don’t thread together cleanly and the bottom thread is seen coming through the top.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Try adjusting the stitch length screw first.

[@wawkabout]

I finally have my thread working but keep breaking needles trying to guide the project through because the needle keeps picking up the leather and I get a crazy zig zag stitch, Any guidance?

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

It sounds like to may need to realign the needle to the top cover hole or the timing is off causing the presser foot to move before the needle clears the top.

[@baconsledge]

What about the two nuts that adjust the bobbin gear rack? Your adjustment means nothing if this rack isn't adjusted properly.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I shared this because I thought it was a good reference on how a working machine looks and operates.

[@leroysmith8226]

I can't find your video on needle height adjustment

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJLKpXeamMqhras

[@leshethrington2934]

I can't seem to keep the upper thread from breaking. Have adjusted tension and done everything I can think of. Your videos have helped a lot but I haven't seen one with my problem. Does the tension need to be really tight? I am having problems with loops underneath when I can get it to sew a bit. Doesn't seem to matter what I do, three or four stitches or less and the upper thread breaks. It almost looks like it is frayed. I will have to send it back I guess, unless you can help. thanks les

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Check out my playlist of Q and A and sewing videos and if that does not help I can always meet up in a facebook video chat to help out.

[@FranMason-p1d]

Newbie here right now my top thread is getting caught in the bobbin what a tangled mess help!

[@davidhumphrey1922]

Dude I have enjoyed your tutorials. You mite use the pictorial view of the needle and bobbin as they make the transaction of the loop, 0pen cover. With this picture I think everyone will get it the first time. bobbin placement that is.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Thank you for the suggestion, I will try to incorporate that in my next sewing videos.

[@chrisaprilcarson9815]

Thanks. I’m still struggling. Especially after watching all of these videos. I keep breaking needles and I realize that in some configurations the needles goes fine, but when I rotate the head it stops clearing the hole in the bottom plate. Is my rod warped? Is this common?

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Sadly this is a common issue due to the circles at the end of the presser foot and stitch length arms not being true and level. I heat treated mine and banged them true with a hammer, but be careful with the smaller circle on the presser foot arm because it's just brazed together.

[@scubafpv805]

Hey I just bought one of these I’ve gone thru all the steps you have shown on both videos . I have the bobbin and shuttle place at the thee o’clock and handle at 12 .. It still can’t thread the bobin … I’m using the thin plastic thread that came with the machine. It look like 2-4 pound black fishing line . I also used the black plastic thread it came with to respool the bobin . Originally came with white fiber thread. ..( could I be the type of thread that’s my problem. ) Every now and then it will thread the Bobin and so I start sewing some leather to find that the top thread gets stuck in the with every stitch in the bobin . .. (Is this the top thread tension not pulling the thread out of the bobin .??) Thank you for your time and help .

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Could be that the top tension is not strong enough to pull it or the bobbin thread is way too tight.

[@demondogcustomguitarsandcb6714]

i have watched this video and others, and have the alignment just as shown. It still does not pickup the bobbin, instead it draws the thread in and entangles in to the bobbin, Please help

[@redxican2345]

On mine when I do all that. The gear shaft is sticking out of the front of the machine and it still don't work

[@coreyscott8641]

Hello, i would like to get assistance on getting the feed dog to move the leather forward. Right now my needle only goes up and down in the same spot.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

The stitch adjustment screw is ether too far in or too far out.

[@lindawhite8566]

It doesn’t look like the needle is going down far enough into the bobbin hole to pick up the thread. Any suggestions?

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Check out all my videos on that topic and see if that helps. I left the links in your last comment.

[@edcampbell4157]

Harrison, I’ve done it all and still not picking up bobbin thread. I’m using the needle and thread and I have set th3 timing and it all appears correct. I hav3 5he needle going thru the bottom. The machine is still not picking up the thread. I started with the rod all the way down and raised it a little at a time no success. The top thread is creating a loop but it never catches the bobbin thread

[@ahmedmalik5662]

I tried this but the bobbin didn’t create a loop so didn’t come through the little hole under the needle and I don’t know why.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I have a few videos on that topic, so make sure to check them all out to fix that issue.

[@stephenbrunner482]

Outstanding practical advise and clear instruction! Thanks!

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lylemajeska7210]

My pressure foot does not move the material forward. Can it be fixed?

[@johnodonnell3256]

have watched your videos and started to set up my machine and the first time I cranked the handle the cams moved ( set screws not tight enough) can you show how to adjust the cams thanks,

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I will add that to my next sewing video. It should be up soon

[@dsosew198]

How to align the two cams in the back at the 2 o'clock position? They are aligned at the 6 o'clock can't seem to find an allen wrench that will fit correctly. I am at a lost I don't know what to do.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

You will need to find a allen key to fit so you can realign the cams.

[@herbertbrown119]

It’s most likely a metric Allen key

[@roberttrepanier3452]

My needle doesn’t lock the bobine thread and when it does ,after two or three stitches the upper thread break,i’ve follow many of your videos and recommendations but it still doesn’t sew well ,it was sewing well then suddently it started having problems i don’t know why…are all those machines work the same ? When the thread break,the thread is passing under the bobine holder ,the one we put at 3 o’clock. Thanks

[@Closersince2005]

When I do this, my wheel gets stuck and won't move, I watched your other video on bobbin trouble shooting, but nothing works! 😭

[@cymowery4507]

Are leather patching needles longer than regular needles

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I use the universal needles on my machine. I have a video where I talk about the needles I use.

[@cymowery4507]

@@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks yes I am using that size needle it is 8 1/15 * 1

[@woodstoc55]

Glad you're sews so well. When I align everything up 12 and 3, then try to pick up the bobbin thread the top thread is hung up on the bobbin below and breaks or jams. I have been able to pick it up a time or two, then try to see and it breaks the top thread on the first stitch. Any suggestions?

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I have three videos dealing with bobbin issues: Bobbin issues: kzbin.info/www/bejne/faa6qZeprdKLlcU kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5vHlIxopdWrrq8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJLKpXeamMqhras

[@woodstoc55]

I have made progress. It seems my machine was roughly treated somewhere or just not made well and the needle assembly is out of alignment a bit. I put some shims on the lower end of the barrel to push the needle shaft out a bit and can actually pick up the bobbin thread noe. I got about 10 stiches in before a break in the thread. Progress!

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

I am happy to hear your making some progress, but that sucks that your machine came all beat up.

[@deankay4434]

@Larry McHaney You can enlarge the needle hole with a drill, but make sure the needle is actually hitting something and not a feed/tension issue. I was using some TEX90-Size 92, and snapped the top thread. A quick look I found the thread cone had feel off the washer I placed under it. I fashioned a washer that fit better but use an old spark plug boot on the inside to support it. No problems since. Hope yah helps.

[@djterrorjones8952]

hello, I need help!!! I have load and reloaded the bobbin and it STILL will not pick it up I have watched your video for several years and I just cant get this thing to work! your help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! and side note I have watched part 1 and 2.

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Have you seen this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJLKpXeamMqhras

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

You can find a playlist on my channel to all of my videos on the Chinese sewing machine.

[@meganjanik4908]

My stitch length is too small and I've tried adjusting it using the bolt but it does not get larger? Only smaller even though I've gone so far the bolt is almost all the way out?

[@josephlawrence9947]

Getting loops in theard when sowing how to correct that?

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

What side is the loops on?

[@cymowery4507]

Are there different size needle rods or needle bars

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Yes, they are rough crude machines and the needle bars vary from machine to machine. That's why I recommend feeling for the needle tip when going through a full rotation. I started off by telling people the needle bar should stick up a 1/4 inch from the lug, but it did not work for everyone. The feeling for the needle tip works across the board.

[@cymowery4507]

@@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks thanks for the help very much appreciated I'll look for that other video thank you