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[Skunkworks Challenger]

I recently acquired a new to me, 1964 Pfaff commercial model 145 sewing machine.  It appears to be in good condition but in need of adjustments.  Anyone with a machine like this that can help with the adjustments?  Have a technical manual?  The Pfaff model 145 is supposed to be good for upholstery, leather and canvas work.  I'm trying to familiarize my self with it and could use some suggestions.

[brads70]

Nice! I'd love to have one to have a go at upolstery!

[Jamiez]

Owner's manual:
http://s2.vsmgroup.com/VSM/Pfaff/pfaffmanual.nsf/1fd5659e6f37141041256697003e64c0/666a90d970e3e10f852575f300570b06/$FILE/Pfaff%20145%20.PDF

Parts manual:
http://www.siruba.co.uk/pfaff145partsbook.pdf

But it's not in English

[Skunkworks Challenger]

But it's not in English

Thanks Jaminez---actually there is English along with the other languages.  Makes for a lot of pages but it's a big help as a parts manual.  I have the operators manual so now if I can get a technical manual I'll be set.  I appreciate the help.  It appears that most if not all the Pfaff parts have the numbers stamped right on them so associating numbers with the illustrations will help a lot.

[dodj]

Looks like you will be polishing brass while you sew? 

[jimynick]

Be careful to make any adjustments most exactly! My wife has a Pfaff and when it went out of time, we had to take it to "Wolfgang" to get it fixed. Very well made, but very fussy machines. Good luck

[Skunkworks Challenger]

Dodgi, sharp eye seeing the brass polisher.  In the same room is some really good reloading presses belonging to   sons.  My Pfaff 145 is a little out of time and I'm trying to learn how to do it.  Mopars are easier!