Singer BU7e Motor Rewire and More! Sunday Morning Quickies, Episode 117, April 28, 2024

In this episode, we'll look at a Singer 99 from 1929 that I recently picked up. It has some horrid wiring issues, so we'll be taking the electricals apart, rewiring, them putting her back together using some panel mount connectors for the power and foot controls. This is in the "bench side chat" format and runs a lot longer than usual. There will be a separate video showing work on the controller and power cord. Oh yes, please excuse my type at 1:28-ish into the video, I sometimes miss stuff in the middle of the night!
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[@emmabea6645]

I always learn something new from your videos. 😊 An hour video is just the right amount of time to learn from watching a video. That's the length of time for any college class. 👍

[@cindymatthews8757]

I think all of your videos are great. Though a lot of them don't pertain to my machines, seeing your solutions and learning about these machines is never a waste. Thanks for sharing!

[@candidorivera2709]

Hi Bob .. I wanted to thank you for the excellent Video on rebuilding the motors . The way you explained all the steps and also Filmed was just spot on. Learning is so much easier from a great instructor like you are and it’s just a pleasure. Thank you for all you share and all the great tips. Keep safe ,healthy and to be looking for the next chapter of your repair on this machine!! 🙏👍🇺🇸

[@luiscarvalho1960]

Excellent work, always learn from those who know and as always here I leave my 👍

[@KathrynRose-schultz-qs6qw]

Always a learning adventure watching your videos! Yes take it apart! Love that Gracie inspects your work!😂.

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

She is quality control... but then again, what cat isn't?

[@4rowlands]

Love the long videos. Sounds great!! Panel mount connectors are very interesting.

[@SewingMachineRehab]

I like this! Love the mount you put inside where the knee controller used to reside, it’s all so clean and tidy. You did a great job explaining and I look forward to the rest of the footage on this one!

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

Thanks Jen!

[@r.duroucher225]

Great video. From what I can see, all of your choices of replacement parts are excellent.

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

I'm happy with the connectors, even if parts are blue...

[@Quiltlady9]

Always love your videos and tutorials. Oh yeah, my sewing work area looks the same and "do not touch".

[@prometheansewingmachines]

Thanks Bob! So after it is all done I like the look of that connector panel. I still want to paint the blue plastic but I'm loving the common sense and un-bulkiness of it all. Thanks!!!

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

The panel I show at the end of the follow up video "Finally, the Connectors" is even better...

[@bevcote2357]

Excellent video. Blessings.

[@jessiebohnert1634]

Your videos are so informative. I have a 99 in a bentwood case that I am trying to refurbish. The wiring needs to be replaced. I am anxious to see you wire the light to the motor and foot pedal.

[@ronalddaub9740]

I did the same thing when I got my 66 without a plug like that. I hardwired it in and put heat shrink over the prongs that are now hot . It works fine

[@sharonhogan935]

I find it relaxing watching you , so your videos will never be too long. I need to do something similar for my machine as electrically its not safe, I have zapped myself already, I don"t want to do it again. I don"t really like the look of the blue connectors, they look like something you would use for plumbing in a washing machine, { you did ask} 😁

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

I agree, the blue is les than ideal. Marie says there's a primer that I can get so paint will stick to them...

[@user-rc1vz4rk1x]

looks good

[@jomercer21113]

Wonderfull! Please put those parts and sources on your resource list ASAP!

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

Here ya go! bobsvsmservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Connectors-Choices.pdf

[@michaelbean739]

Hey Bob. Your 201K parts made my 1200-1 into a 1200-3 possible. I had no idea how rare those parts were. Maybe in the future your favorite machine on the bench for a revisit. 1200-3 I removed light and filled in. Looks just like 201K.

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

Wow Mike! That's pretty dang cool!

[@michaelbean739]

@@BobFowlerWorkshop Are you going to put your 201K back together.

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

@@michaelbean739 It is, and it's sitting in a friends living room at the moment! I had no space for it... LOL

[@KenWiese]

Amazon has a compatible right angle connector available. Then the cable won't be sticking up in the air.

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

I wish they were available in the smaller sizes in right angle.

[@frozedog]

Bob, Do you know where I can purchase the upper main horizontal shaft bevel gear for a Singer 201-2? The adjusters manual parts schematic (H10)says it’s only available when repairs are done at the factory 😮

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

I looked through my parts bin... Your best bet is to look on eBay. My fav seller of vintage Singer parts is The Rusty Dragon. His parts arrive clean and ready to use...

[@frozedog]

@@BobFowlerWorkshop Thanks! I’ll give him a try!!

[@billminckler6550]

[intro] “Occasionally I buy a sewing machine whether I need it or not..”. 🫣 (no finer words have ever been spoken...)

[@BobFowlerWorkshop]

It's true Bill, so very true...