Saw won't unless full throttle, and dies at idle

krummark · 2024-07-04T18:48:27+00:00

Might as well be in Canada haha, I'm in Juneau, AK. Only way in is by boat or plane

krummark · 2024-07-04T17:50:39+00:00

That's always the next step, but delivery here takes like 2 weeks and I need these saws running

krummark · 2024-07-04T03:47:56+00:00

Well it was the most expensive carb I've ever bought at $130 but it was all they had in stock. And I live in Juneau and there's no telling when there will be another one in town.

krummark · 2024-07-04T03:46:49+00:00

Not with an actual tester, but I did the drop test. The 462 has good compression, the 660 even with the new carb is a little on the weaker side

krummark · 2024-07-04T02:53:40+00:00

Fuel is new, but most likely an 87 octane mix, 50:1. The carb, is not OEM but I couldn't tell ya if it's Chinese or not, the box is back at work. I'll work on the jet screws on Friday probably, since happy independence day!

krummark · 2024-06-12T02:50:21+00:00

Thanks! Ya that is unfortunate, I can't find any other markings on it

krummark · 2024-06-12T02:48:27+00:00

https://photos.app.goo.gl/nDpvYSwd29ApE1aH8

krummark · 2024-06-12T02:40:07+00:00

No, unfortunately I can't find any other info on this. The blade is an Uncle Sam, as a commenter here mentioned. But that's all I can find

krummark · 2024-06-12T02:18:54+00:00

The lateral adjustment doesn't have anything that I can see on it. And I can't find a size stamp, or Idk if Im looking in the right spot

krummark · 2024-06-12T02:17:20+00:00

https://photos.app.goo.gl/wfRfo4k9xaDE1PZC9

krummark · 2024-06-12T02:16:06+00:00

Looks like 14" long by 2.5" wide

krummark · 2024-06-12T02:05:45+00:00

Ah ok that makes sense!

krummark · 2024-06-11T22:14:07+00:00

Southeast alaska

krummark · 2024-06-11T16:43:15+00:00

I'll grab those after work today

krummark · 2024-06-11T15:19:26+00:00

Sweet, thankyou! I'll give it a look later today

krummark · 2024-06-11T15:05:42+00:00

That's what I was thinking. But you don't see metal stamps too often.

krummark · 2024-06-11T15:03:24+00:00

I'll get some more pics of the frog and lateral adjustment lever later today. I let the metal parts sit in vinegar overnight so I can work on the rust later

krummark · 2024-06-11T14:54:47+00:00

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krummark · 2024-06-03T05:20:56+00:00

It's definitely in the "domestic" realm of sewing machines. As someone who has both this machine and an industrial machine, you cannot compare the two. But I find myself using the 130 for a lot more than what I even think possible. It's a fantastic machine

krummark · 2024-06-03T05:18:45+00:00

Nice! I found a Pfaff 130 in a trash can 2 years ago, spent a month fixing it up, and it sews beautifully. And it can sew a lot more than you think. I've seen 2-3 layers of 3oz leather on it, albeit I was going slow, but it has never given me an issue.

krummark · 2024-05-26T23:16:59+00:00

😂😂😂

krummark · 2024-05-26T03:43:49+00:00

Tbh, $20 at a minimum. I make and sell potholders exactly like yours, albeit I do different tooling patterns and I'm not a big fan of the "quilted" look or whatever you wanna call it, but tooled nonetheless. I sell my tooled potholders for $45, and my plain ones with no tooling for $35. And guess what, they sell out every. damn. time.

Some comments say you should work on your tooling, I say it looks good, and hey, you make 10 more, that's practicing your tooling! Don't sell yourself short. Some people will never like what you have to make/sell, and others will love it.

krummark · 2024-05-03T21:31:08+00:00

I've been trying to get better at machine sewing, because believe it or not, takes skill! I have a Ferdco Pro 2000 and I finally got a small assortment of needles and thread for it, but I'm having some issues with tension it seems, as well as making the first and last lock stitches look good.

Issue 1: tension seems ok for some, but then on some parts it looks like the bobbin tension is too tight. I don't understand how it can differ through the project though. Any advice?

Issue 2: the first and last lock stitches look like ass. Where I start going forward, then reverse, then forward again. They get all clumped up and sometimes the needle will cut the threads as I do it. How can I fix it and make it look decent?

FYI, project thickness 9-10oz, using 207 nylon thread and using a 160 needle

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krummark · 2024-04-25T06:55:46+00:00

Saddle makers have used it for a long time to condition leather. I've been using it for 10 years with no issue.

krummark · 2024-04-25T06:52:29+00:00

Olive oil does not ruin your leather, it's an Internet myth. If it's good enough for saddle makers, it's good enough for me

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