reading over your shoulder..and I found that needles with burs have a lot to 
do with breaking thread..try just changing the needle..I don't know how to 
get them smooth again. but i used to have a lot of trouble with mine till I 
learned to just change the needle..some brands hav e more than others. I have 
good luck with singer.....hope you had a good Holiday and will have a great 
New Year..
--- Maximus 2.01wb
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