Is a Discount Majacraft Suzie Pro Worth It? Assembly & Full Test

In this video, I unbox, assemble, and test spin a scratch-and-dent Majacraft Suzie Pro (Serial # PR25-128). This video serves as the working condition documentation for the sale listing on my website, as well as a guide packed with Majacraft assembly tips, maintenance advice, and personal farm catch-ups.

Update 11/8/26 - This wheel has sold, I am in the process of inspecting and offering discounted products as this is a slowish time of year for me, so you can check this link for any other wheels I'll be listing over the next few weeks:

https://softshetlandwool.com/collections/scratch-and-dent


--- VIDEO TIMELINE & CHAPTERS ---
00:00 - Introduction & Project Overview
01:10 - Tool Kit Preparation (Screwdrivers, Hex Wrenches & Vaseline)
02:15 - Inventory Update & Farm Happenings (Rhinebeck & Family News)
04:45 - Inspecting the Scratch & Dent Cosmetic Marks
06:30 - Majacraft Suzie vs. Suzie Pro Differences & Pricing
07:10 - Flyers Included: Standard E-Flyer vs. Delta Flyer
08:15 - Factory Bobbin Testing Fact & New Zealand Wool
11:35 - Step 1: Installing the Stop Bolt (Preventing Head Damage)
15:00 - How to Read Diagram 2C & Avoid Wood Splitting
17:55 - Star Washer Orientation & Handle Assembly
19:15 - Mounting the Stem & Wheel to the Treadle Base
22:45 - Attaching the Head & Bobbin Direction Options
24:35 - Painted Pulley Alignment & Grub Screws
26:15 - Personal Update: Whispering Pines Fiber Festival Plans
27:45 - Setting Up the Tension Cord & Drive Band
29:35 - Removing Treadle Screws Without Damaging Hinges
31:25 - Crank Assembly Installation & Fixing Wheel Squeaks
32:50 - Connecting Rods & Green Joiner Setup (Diagram 8F)
37:25 - Test Spinning #1: Delta Flyer & BFL Fiber
39:45 - Wheel Sound Check (Quiet Operation)
40:15 - Note on Repaired Joint Damage
41:15 - Switching to the Standard E-Flyer
42:55 - Installing the Bobbin Locking Collar & Grub Screw
46:20 - Proper Threading Path for Ceramic Guides (Avoiding Common Mistakes)
47:15 - Long Draw Demonstration & Final Spin
48:40 - Serial Number Verification & Wrap Up

--- WHEEL TIPS & HACKS HIGHLIGHTED ---
• Stop Bolt Caution (11:35, 15:00): Always align the stem angle with diagram 2C before threading to avoid driving the bolt into raw wood.
• Star Washer Rule (17:55): Ensure prongs face toward the black bushing so the lock knob stays tight.
• Eliminating Squeaks (31:25): Check and tighten the three 3 mm crank bolts and treadle hinge screws if you get ticking or squeaking.
• Hinge Protection (29:35): Support treadle edges with your hand when adjusting joiner screws so you don't torque the hinges.
• Bobbin Play & Collar Adjustment (42:55): Slide the locking collar using the 2 mm wrench to dial in exact bobbin clearance and avoid rattle.
• Delta vs. Ceramic Flyer Threading (38:25, 46:20): Keep fiber entry straight on the Delta; on the standard flyer, thread through the circular ceramic eye, not the wire coil handle.

Thank you so much for watching this video, I hope you like it!

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