Toyota overlocker

Timing issue, I think. Add the price of a service and small repair to the cost of the machine, but first put new needles in and try sewing with it S L O W L Y!

Hi Kate

How much do you think that would be?

Thanks

Susan

Last service I had for my Toyota overlocker was about £50.

I routinely adjust the timing and clearance on my White serger. It's relatively easy to do with just an allen key (hex head). I only wish the thing stayed in adjustment - the adjustment bolt keeps slipping. It took a while the first time, now that I'm used to it, it takes less than a minute.

If the Toyota is similar, it can be done cheap by the brave. Just move the bits a little and snug it up - then see how the adjustment works by turning the wheel by hand. Keep going till you have it right, then tighten it securely. As long as you don't start pulling bits apart, you couldn't screw it up so much that the repair guy can't fix it if you give up.

Mike Perpetual cheapskate.

You are adjusting the looper position and clearance Not the timing. That is a whole other ballgame and not so easily done. Those adjustments should not require frequent adjustment. Makes me wonder if you have not over tightened the clamp and slightly cracked it.