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Also , thoroughly check your inlet manifold gasket.

Andy.

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That looks much like a Sturmey Archer to me , I would say it’s from a Ransomes mower.

Andy.

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Looking very nice , does it start and run well.

Andy.

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As you have confirmed that it’s running hot . that to me confirms that it is timing too far retarded.
Check and reset it , leave the tines as they are , and get back to us.

Andy.

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I’d go along with Darrens thoughts , It sounds as if it is too far retarded……is it running very hot ??

Andy.

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Charlie , I’m guessing it’s an early MAG engine.

Andy.

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Like you Charlie , I,m beginning to think some form of hydraulic bench is on the must have list.

Andy.

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Echo what Peter says , a HUGE thanks to all the organisers.

Andy.

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Peter , have faith , it won’t rain tomorrow. Commers pull and ride better fully loaded……..fill it right up.

Andy.

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Weather is looking nice and kind , looking forward to this one.

Andy.

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Another trip down here to get yourself another cylinder and piston. I did strip the engine down that we had on the bench , the piston had VERY minor scoring , but would easily clean up , I haven’t measured the ring gap , but will do when I get a few minutes to spare.

Andy.

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Barry , to be quite honest , judging from those pics , it’s hardly worth measuring , it looks to be in a rather sorry state.

Andy.

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Barry my first port of call would be Meetens (01722 691604) , ask for Paul Childs , there is no man on this planet better to speak to regarding Villiers..

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That looks like an electronic module , ….throw it away. If John has overhauled your ignition , you should be away in no time , I take it that he has fitted new coil and condenser.

Andy.

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Just let me know when , I ‘m here most weekends.

Andy.

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