This message was posted by TheresaJane on AmayaUsers.com. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY VIA EMAIL. Instead, respond to the thread on the WEBSITE by clicking here: http://www.amayausers.com/boards/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?/topic/1/991.html We have an XT that gets used somewhat sparingly. We try to stay ahead of the lubrication schedule. After sitting for about a month, we sewed out a design last night. Sewed fine, however, an intermittent tapping sound was heard. Sewing at ~750spm, every 15 seconds or so, we hear a series of about 5 or 6 taps and then they stop. Watching closely, when the taps occur, you can see all of the takeup levers shake/move. So that leaves me with three basic questions. Has anyone else had this problem? Is this potentially a self repair/clean operation? How to locate a good technician in the MD area? Much thanks to all who may be able to help. Theresa =========================================================== The AmayaUsers Mailing List Website: http://www.amayausers.com Discussion Board: http://www.amayausers.com/boards Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://www.amayausers.com/list ===========================================================