Vintage Horticultural and Garden Machinery Club

Thanks for the explanation Charlie , I’d rather keep the topic up , need as many as possible to attend.

Andy.

Anyone can see the forum, members and those with a free trial can post on forum. Let me know if you want topic deleting.

Sorry Charlie , I assumed you had to be a member in order to get on the forums , is this not the case??

Andy.

Note for non VHGMC members, this event is a members only weekend and is not open to members of the public to participate or spectate.

Arrived today , BRILLIANT effort by all involved.

Andy.

My copy arrived today.
Digital copy now uploaded to website.

I have exactly the same ignition system on my Howard 300.
It was working 2 mths ago, now won’t start and no visible spark.
Did you ever find a solution to the issue?
Cheers Richard – email richard@parry.cc

I should be able to answer your questions and send you an available new spares list. send me an email njarrett@btinternet.com

You can make throttle cables etc using parts from motorcycle parts suppliers, I have used Feked.com in the past. The Mower Centre in Hailsham may be able to do this for you.
The only source of tines is from a scrap machine, which type do you need?
You may be able to get carb and exhaust from Villiersparts.

I have scanned copies of owners manual and parts list, I hav enever seen a service manual. I also have manuals for the Villiers engine. I have sent you a pm.

Machine number 2950A is a series one model, see photo below, and was sent to agent on 12/10/53 and delivered to Milnthorpe Grange, Sandal, Wakefield on 8/12/53. More information about Monrotiller can be found at Monrotiller Information
The engine number would suggest it is a Mk12.
The original engineering drawings for Monrotiller are held at the…[Read more]

Some photos would help identify , Charlie Moore is the man for everything Monrotiller , I’m sure he will reply with all the info you need.

Andy

Looking forward to receiving it.