I have to get the tension dial fixed (some how it doesn't work) and the reverse capabilities are shot. Also, I have a feeling that my needle holder (I don't know the technical name for it) is not lined up correctly.
I'm taking it in to get fixed, but want to make sure I don't get gouged. It's not that expensive of a machine (I think I paid $150 or something like that)
2006-11-09 04:10:41 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I don't do very much sewing, so I figured a cheap one could handle the little projects I do now and again.
2006-11-09 04:33:00 · update #1
As an Upholsterer I can tell you it will cost more than the machine is worth. Totall rebuild is needed. And thats expensive.
http://about.pricegrabber.com/search_getprod.php/masterid=19209905/search=sewing+machine
Brother XL2600I 25 Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine XL-2600i
(MPN: XL2600I)
Price Range: $88.57 - $97.99 from 5 Sellers
Nice lil sew3ing machine for home use, and less than what a repair shop would charge just to look at yours. or darn near it.
If it is an old Westinghouse Rotary, it is worth $ to a collector, I have one. If it is a Singer Model 022 it is also worth $, to someone.
If it is a Kenworth,or some such WalMart type machine, get a new one and be happy that you have at least a warranty.
2006-11-09 04:41:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, since it is a cheap sewing machine, I have to tell you that you get what you pay for. That is a bottom-of-the-line sewing machine and I'm surprised it works at all. It will probably cost about $100 to fix it. You'd be better off putting that money towards a new machine. I would never spend less than $400 on a machine. My current machine cost $1500. I have almost outgrown it. The best brands of machines are Bernina and Viking.
2006-11-09 04:27:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am glad to hear you have a repair person in this "throw away" age. Sewing machines are more reasonable in price nowadays. Sounds like it might be better to buy a new one. Good luck.
2006-11-09 04:20:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The metal plate in front of your needle assembly should come right off. Most of those plates are magnetic. Also - take your bobbin out & check around to see if you can see & reach the embedded thread with your finger or use a pair of tweezers/scissors. Sometimes just blowing in the hole will do the trick. I'm going to say your thread is wound around your bobbin base. Look & see ! It will save you a repair bill which would be costly. I wouldn't refer my worst enemy to Sears. Do you have a friend or family member that sews ? You could get their help/opinion. As far as the other answer - PLEASE - give me a break. :(
2016-05-22 00:32:12 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes it actually cost more to fix then to buy a new one. Call around price the repair then look at how much a new one cost. Good luck
2006-11-09 04:18:55 · answer #5 · answered by elainecynthia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them to give you an estimate BEFORE they fix it. If it's over $75, you're probably better off buying a new one.
2006-11-09 04:13:03 · answer #6 · answered by Renee C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just get another one. Who knows what else will go bad on this one.
2006-11-09 04:13:26 · answer #7 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋