The Simplicity SA200 Pioneer II is a simple Zig-Zag machine, using an oscillating hook and class 15 bobbins, and One O’clock class 15 bobbin case, and a low shank presser foot. It’s a good starter, or travel machine.

The motor was seized when I got the machine. The sticking point was in the front (pulley end) motor bushing. Even though these are “oil free” motors, they’re lubricated when they are assembled, and just like any other part with close tolerances and oil, that oil will eventually turn to varnish. I pulled the motor apart and repaired it. Works great now.

Obviously you can remove the outer plastic shell to reveal the metal skeleton inside.

The Zig-Zag gear and cam are the only plastic drive parts, so if either fails you should still have a straight stitch machine.

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