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Dual Flush toilet keeps on filing?

probably a common issue - have a dual flush toilet with a bottom fed boat float valve (like a Roca 1/2" on lun... [Read more]

Singer sewing machine - picking up bottom thread?

I broke a needle recently. when I replaced it, the top thread no longer picked up the bottom thread. Have I ... [Read more]

problem with the bobbin casing on an elna 9000?

Does anyone know how to fix the bobbin casing on the elna 9000? It seems to be turning slightly so the top thr... [Read more]

I need help to fix the timing on my Singer?

I have a Singer Electronic Control numbered 57820 C - no other identifying number, sorry. My problem is that ... [Read more]

how can i stop top thread breaking on frister rossman 66 sewing machine?

how can i stop the top thread breaking on my frister rossman 66 sewing machine. The tension is the same for bo... [Read more]

Honda gvc 135 lawn mower engine with a broken cam belt?

Does anyone know how to replace the timing belt on my Honda gvc 135 lawn mower engine? I have removed engine f... [Read more]

Bottom thread is too loose?

When I use my Kenmore(model 91811) the top thread looks fine...when I look at the back it is very loose and me... [Read more]

Brother NX 600 - tension problem?

brother NX-600 - tension haywire - bottom thread very loose - and gets looser with sewing. Top tension on 9 al... [Read more]

The tenison is off in my sewing macine?

the top thread seams to be in a straight line just catching the bottom thread kinda like a dotted line Brothe... [Read more]

There are no stiches?

I have Supportplus Mini Sewing Machine The needle catches the thread, but when you start to sew there are no ... [Read more]

How do I fix my JUKI DDL 5550N-7?

My Juki DDL 5550N-7 industrial sewing machine will sew but at times it will not pick up the bobbin thread. Som... [Read more]

under tension wrong?

i recently purchased a white sew and quilt sewing machine model 1730 the tension was fine for awhile then abou... [Read more]

Curing a seeping Sunvic Thermostatic Radiator Valve?

I have recently discovered that one of my TRV's appears to be seeping from the centre spindle when the central... [Read more]

New Bernina: Top Thread Looping: Timing problem?

Hi everyone, I'm so happy to find this site! I have a +/- two year old Bernina 440. Recently I jammed it while... [Read more]

My zig-zag won't zig or zag )-:?

I have a Kenmore #158-13571 that is about 32 years old. It has always worked perfectly until a couple of days... [Read more]

Brother XL-4015 - Won't pick up bottom thread - Timing?

Hi - I'm trying to fix the mother in law's sewing machine. I'm handy at most mechanical things, but have no p... [Read more]

how do I know which way to adjust my bobbin?

I dont know which way to turn the bobbin to make the thread tighter. Is it to the right and to loosen to the l... [Read more]

How to fix bottom thread looping on fabric?

Hi, Having trouble with my Singer Starlet 354 machine. Couple of days ago lower thread started looping on fac... [Read more]

How do I thread the bobbin on 1950-52 Elna Supermatic?

After dropping the bobbin in,I cannot figure out the right way to place the 'tail' thread...the needle will b... [Read more]

How can I fix my Kenmore Model 385?

The bobbin thread does not catch - the material feeds through, the needle works, the top stitch looks good, bu... [Read more]