Gator Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I just went through my morning email and there was a survey from APQS. One of the questions was, what features would you like to add or change? I recommended an audible sound to indicate bobbin is empty; powder coating the rails; making the clear table an option. I was going to add a 30 or 32in throat but then I would have to buy it:o Recommend you all take the survey and add your thoughts here. Maybe if we "gang" up on some items, APQS will grant our wishes!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaLKB Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I got that e-mail too. I also asked for a sensor to warn of empty bobbin AND numbers on the tension dial like our home sewing machines have. That sure would help a lot ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynne in Iowa Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I asked for a bobbin sensor too. The tension numbers are a great idea too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stagecl Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 Already completed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I mentioned the bobbin thing in the last survey. That does seem to be a big issue. I also suggested a way of threading a cone through the bobbin, as in just load it on the side of the square metal tube that you pop your bobbin case into. Easily visable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seakitten Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I didn't get it, so for someone who did: I think a light rather than (or in addition to) a sound for low bobbin. I'm not sure I could hear a beep with the machine & SR running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I didn't get one. But, I think I'm really happy with my machine as it is and, if they were to add stuff, I'd have to get a new one. That's just not happening! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I didn't get it either but I like the idea of notice of the bobbin running out and numbers on the tension dial. That would be a really big help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busy Quilting Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I didn't get one either. Bobbin alert would be nice, Number dial for the tension ( I've made a makeshift one) would be great. Fabric sling for the frame????? to hold the batting etc when you float a top. Scissor spot, thread catcher place. Clear sides to the head like Grasshopper Dave is making. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I suggested moving (or adding) a yellow button to the left mushroom on the back of the machine. I have to cross my eyes and hop on one foot to hold on to the top thread and do needle up or needle down from the back of the machine. A bobbin allert would be nice. I can usually make a pretty good guess how far I can quilt on a bobbin. I just don't want to spend any more on my machine. Otherwise, I'll never get it paid off. And, BTW, I still think we have the best machines on earth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connieb Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 OK, it's in my e-mail, I am going to go fill it out and try to remember all of your ideas too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 I didn't receive one either. I would vote for a bobbin-low alarm, but I don't think I have a new machine in my future so I would also vote for a retro-fittable bobbin-low sensor! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 I got it and filled it out. Like Linda Stellar, I love my Liberty the way she is, although I said I want to upgrade to the M&M wheels. It would be nice if the new machines would come with them, not that I'm in the market for a new Liberty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quietlifeaz Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 I put: low bobbin sensor, thread break sensor (you can turn on and off --- would only be useful when doing panto's from the back), preferred stitch length that stays set when you turn off the machine. Fix the issue with the SR (hypersensitive to touch causing run on stiches -- known engineering issue), bliss table drift issue (too loose --- figured out to pull the batting out on the front pads and that has fixed it but took some time to figure that out). Ability to disengage my fabric advance and manually turn the take up roller (for minor adjustments when aligning panto's etc.). I think I had more but can't remember. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Grammy Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 If you didn't get it try your junk mail that is where mine was. I wish that I had thought of the bobbin sensor but it would have to be an add on. And then I wish I had thought about a bar for batting, I hate the fact that it lays on the floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 Mmmm I didn't get one either but then I won't be getting a new machine anytime soon so I'm happy with what I have. I do wish that when they could change the wiring out on my machine so that I could have the newer lights and quilt glide. I'd really like to have quilt glide. A low bobbin sensor would be nice to have too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 I am going to add to this post again. I did not get the survey yet, and it was not in my junk mail, I know I will never be able to afford a new machine but I would love to have the ability to have it rewired for newer lights like Heidi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncquilter Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 Well, let's see. I would love to have the quilt glide and the newer lights like on the Milli. Oh, and bliss of course. The bigger bobbin sounds good too. The low bobbin light sounds like a great idea. To have all of these things I would have to sell my Liberty and start over. Maybe someday. Oh, a camera to see the bobbin stitching would be great too. Carol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 I love my Millie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marycontrary Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 I hope APQS is reading these posts from those of us who didn't get the survey. Like Heidi, I would love a way to rewire my 2007 Freedom for Glide and the new lights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnCavanaugh Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 Hi Mary, We do read your posts and I will be sure to pass the info on to our research and development team. Please feel free to always share suggestions for improvement with us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltlover03 Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 I never thought to add a low bobbin sensor or tension dial numbers, those have become second nature to me. i know how many rows I get out of a pre wound bobbin and my tension dial...I just know.... My suggestions are to keep the machines just as easy to maintain and trouble shoot as they have been in the past and perhaps make the handles on the pant side of the machine a bit thinner...I am starting to get great discomfort in my left hand when i do a big quilt and a panto...have to take frequent breaks Other than that...i am sooooo happy with my Freedom S/R! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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