There is a lot more that can create problems besides timing. Like the old cars..timing needed to be checked but for the most part it required only minor adjustments and still even ran kind of well if it was a little off. The same is true of the old sewing macine timing thing. NOTE: electronic circuit board machines are a whole different kettle of fish and unless you are an electronics wizard it is best to let those only get worked on internally by a trained mechanic.
Cleaning and lubing the machine will make a huge difference in how it runs. But more than that I advocate a tip to the sewing machine mechanic for the support networking. You know how it's nice to have a car mechanic that you go to on a regular basis so you can wander in and ask a question and get a decent answer? Well, for us gear makers, especially with the older machines, it's nice to be able to do the same thing. Plus, every once in a while a part will go wonkers and need to be replaced. Most of the time a dealer is about the only place you can find some of those things unless you are a mechanic quality yourself. Plys it never hurts to get some lessons. Even if you are a seasoned stitcher there are things the pros can teach us or remind us about.
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