Feed Dog Adjustment on Sears Kenmore 158.1941 Free Arm Convertible Sewing Machine

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This video shows how to adjust the feed dogs on a Kenmore Model 158.19412 free arm convertible sewing machine from the late 1970s. The 157.19412 is the last in the 1941 series.
This is an eBay purchase that was represented by the seller as working.
I made this video to share my success in fixing my machine after CAREFULLY tinkering when I could not find any resources on the internet or a local repair shop. Note I stress CAREFULLY.
This video is specific to Kenmore sewing machines of this era made in Japan that may have the same or similar mechanical configuration.
I am by no means an expert and while sharing my success with my machine, please note that you make this repair at your own risk. I am not responsible for damage to your machine.
This repair will likely apply to all Model 1941 Kenmores, which includes Models 158.19410, 158.19411 and 158.19412.
Note that Model 158.19410 is the first in the series of 1941 models and is a low shank machine. The 158.19411 and 158.19412 are both super high shank. This machine is also has a center homing needle vs a left homing needle.
Christmas.musetechnical web site has quite a few vintage Sears catalogues on line. I was able to find the 1941 in the 1976 Fall Winter catalogue on page 1157 for $296.00. Here is the link: christmas.musetechnical.com/S...
Other Kenmore sewing machines from this era have a similar configuration with the feed dogs.
The feed dogs for the machine depicted in the video were out of alignment in both the forward and backward motion as well as the height.
I also noticed the feed dog drop lever was also out of alignment and did not allow the bullet part to clear so as to allow the feed dogs to completely drop. That adjustment is also discussed in the video.
Thank you for watching and happy sewing.

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@tomtokar7640 6 ай бұрын

Your innate mechanical understanding is amazing! Bravo!

@JohnBau 8 ай бұрын

Excellent info, thanks so much. I have a 148.15600 and was surprised to find that its feed dog adjustments are identical to the ones on your 158.1941 . These are wonderful old machines!

@OverlordMaggie 6 ай бұрын

Hi there! I've acquired a Kenmore sewing machine secondhand - same mechanics as this machine, roughly. It was in a little bit of rough shape from the previous owner, and it wasn't feeding material at all, this adjustment helped me get it in sewing shape! I've been desperate to fix up some clothing items and apart from a tune-up, my machine is ready to go! Thanks for the instruction!

@shelleywark4842 2 жыл бұрын

I just got this model second hand, and I was thinking that the feed dog might need adjusting, sometimes it has difficulty moving the fabric through. Thank you for this video

@ccreel64 5 ай бұрын

Fabulous information! Thank you so much!

@denii9384 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and expertise. Also, thanks for your clear and concise explanation; so helpful!

@r.duroucher225 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video! Thank you!

@836dmar Жыл бұрын

So well and clearly explained. Thank you.

@lmiz8011 6 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness thanks sooooo much!

@hailiesimien2762 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!!! Just bought this. Perfect timing!

@surfovermiami7513 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! This is a wonderful and reliable sewing machine. Happy sewing.

@theprojectproject01 2 жыл бұрын

So I keep getting 'sawtoothed' stitches on most of my 158 Kenmores. I've reduced it to some extent by playing with tensions, but I'm fairly convinced that the real issue is uneven feed dog lift and perhaps some lateral movement. How do I adjust out the lateral, the 'sway?'

@surfovermiami7513 2 жыл бұрын

If your machine has a zig zag feature, perhaps the straight stitch setting is off a bit. Another possible cause is the fabric slipping or puckering based on the fabric type and weight and using the zig zag needle plate instead of the straight stitch needle plate. Sometimes the fabric can shift or be pulled below slightly if using the zig zag needle plate. Another possibility is adjusting the tension on the bobbin case.

@ravindertarriwal1559 7 ай бұрын

I have a Kenmore sewing machine suddenly machine is stop not moving like jam I put oil in side nothing happen do u have a ph in Canada toronto plz send me

@brownr749 Жыл бұрын

I bought a used Kenmore 385.15343600 and the needles keep breaking hitting the base. Does anyone know what the problem could be and how do you open the door on the right of the machine….mine won’t open with just a pull. Is there a trick to it…I don’t see any buttons to push to open it.

@brownr749 Жыл бұрын

Is it necessary to thread that bottom bobbin for the machine to thread or can you just thread the top and it still work?

@bmr128 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I just bought a kenmore 158.17501 and the feed dogs won't go backwards to help feed the fabric. The 1750 machine looks a little different then the one in the video. I loosened a screw that looked like similar placement but it didnt work. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you

@jeannesilva974 Жыл бұрын

The knob to lower/raise feed dogs on a 148.12181 does not perform its function. Stuck in Raise. Would someone ever purposely tighten some screw to prevent dogs from lowering?

@harrypressman2 Жыл бұрын

I've got a Kenmore model 158.19312 and when I pull the clutch out to wind up a bobbin, the needle bar continues to travel. Do I have a stuck clutch? How do I fix this?

@porchlights2268 2 жыл бұрын

Morning! I have this machine and am trying to use the buttonhole attachment. Having trouble with it as the fabric does not move through...stays in one place creating a small ball of thread. I did use it years ago and recall the attachment moving with the stitching....is that what it is supposed to do? And if so, why is it not this time? Your video is helpful.

@surfovermiami7513 2 жыл бұрын

I will try and post a video on making buttonholes on both types--flatbed and free arm machines. Depending if your Kenmore is a flatbed or free arm, the separate buttonhole mechanism is different but functions the same. The feed dogs need to be dropped or the attachment will be damaged. Install the buttonhole template in the attachment. The attachment is secured by the screw to the machine bed just beyond the needle plate and should be aligned with the sprocket on the buttonhole mechanism. Test without a needle and bobbin installed if the attachment with template moves through the cycle of the button hole you choose.

@kessebenjamin8528 2 жыл бұрын

How could I get the parts of Sewing machines 🖐🏽🖐🏽🖐🏽🖐🏽🖐🏽🖐🏽

@lucycampos1464 2 жыл бұрын

How do you lower feed dogs to make buttonhole

@surfovermiami7513 2 жыл бұрын

If you take off the "shoe" to access the free arm or remove the cover where you load the bobbin instead of removing the shoe, there is a lever to the left you push down to lower the feed dogs.

@mildredortamontalvo3371 2 жыл бұрын

Me gustaría que fuera en Español

@cassandrapaquin2046 2 жыл бұрын

Can the dogs on this machine be dropped?

@surfovermiami7513 2 жыл бұрын

Yes the feed dogs can be lowered on this machine. If you take off the "shoe" to access the free arm or remove the cover where you load the bobbin instead of removing the shoe, there is a lever to the left you push down to lower the feed dogs.

@kessebenjamin8528 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah sometimes the fabric you are using that cause that 🖐🏽🖐🏽