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mickattwo replied to the topic Shay 120 ignition in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 21:24:26 +0000

I have a couple of Shay engines not complete for free
PM me

mickattwo posted an update: @harddisk25 Do you use the Gravely. I have a large […]

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 20:39:58 +0000

@harddisk25 Do you use the Gravely. I have a large automatic mower/cultivater Convertible 7.6 with the manual. I han’t got the roterss for cultivating/rotovating

mickattwo replied to the topic What hoes are these? in the forum Garden implements

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 06:28:03 +0100

They are still servicable and will still do a good job with some long handles fitted
I still use these types as they do a perfect job around growing crops. They will never wear out

mickattwo started the topic Masarati 2 wheeled Tractor in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 06:21:23 +0100

I have one of these m/c’s but cannot find any info. The engine fitted was a B&s 4hp vertical shaft that had parts missing so has been stood. Any info wellcome. The tilling width is 24″
Pictures available when I can compress them

mickattwo replied to the topic Oil/Petrol mix and silencer for Shay Garden Cultivator c1955 in the forum Help and information

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 15:43:08 +0100

I have 2 m/c’s that are going for scrap, the older type and the last type. one has a good silencer. I am in Sheffield
The machines are free for collection if anyone is interested

mickattwo started the topic Auto-culto Mk3 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sat, 28 Mar 2020 15:47:41 +0000

I bought this m/c some time ago and the owner had bought it for the Albion gearbox but never got round to removing it
It has the lever starting handle and the colour is yellow
I would like to know what engine was fitted from the factory
I have a small selection of engines and need to get the up and running as I am told this model was a good…[Read more]

mickattwo replied to the topic villiers 2 stroke engine (Auto culta Mk 1 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:11:16 +0000

The M/c it came off was a Clifford Mk2 according to (50 yrs gardening machinery)
This is a photo of the engine

mickattwo replied to the topic villiers 2 stroke engine (Auto culta Mk 1 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 20:58:41 +0000

I have my doubts now that it’s not an Auto Culta looking at “Fifty years if garden machinery” as the main lump of the m/c was red. I have the roto box and will take pics of both the rotobox and the engine and post ASAP

mickattwo replied to the topic villiers 2 stroke engine (Auto culta Mk 1 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 20:08:28 +0000

I think its a 25C, it was on a Auto-Culto 1 m/c which was scrapped, Looks as not had much use

mickattwo started the topic villiers 2 stroke engine (Auto culta Mk 1 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 20:29:49 +0000

Anyone know the correct carb for this model

mickattwo replied to the topic Iron Horse throttle control in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 06:47:08 +0100

I would think transmission is a centrofugal clutch so the speed is dependant on throttle control

mickattwo replied to the topic Barford Atom in the forum Help and information

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 23:12:31 +0000

I have one stripped at the moment and had it blasted and painted Post Office Red and it looks good
I would be open to offers as I will not be able to assemble because of artherites in my fingers.
Mk30

mickattwo replied to the topic I must get better at ploughing in the forum General talk and discussion

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 21:06:04 +0000

I have a married couple who are very good friends and both are ploughing judges and am at present trying to fix a reversable plough and need the same answer ie fixed or allowed to swing ( if swing how much)
When I have their opinion I will post the result on here for everyone

mickattwo replied to the topic clifford MK. 1A in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sun, 20 Jan 2019 14:08:34 +0000

I recently got rid of a pair of wheel rims and main m/c casting as unrepareable I still have the rotovator box if you need one in very good condition this had a Villiers 25c 2 stroke engine

mickattwo started the topic Pulley wanted in the forum Help and information

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 15:53:01 +0000

Anyone know where I can source a Honda GX160 engine pulley I am in urgent need used or new Thanks

mickattwo replied to the topic Trusty colour codes in the forum Help and information

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 19:14:03 +0000

Thanks for the info

mickattwo started the topic Trusty colour codes in the forum Help and information

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 22:28:10 +0000

Hi can anyone supply me with a colour code for repainting a Trusty Riding Bogey please

mickattwo replied to the topic Monrotiller MK 2 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 22:26:12 +0000

The m/c itself is scrap the gearbox was in pieces but I bought it for the grasscutter and the grass tyres
The engine is an Aspera now you mention it with a bore about the same as a Villiers 15

mickattwo started the topic Monrotiller MK 2 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sun, 28 Oct 2018 12:52:05 +0000

I have a Monrotiller Mk 2 painted light blue, the previous owner said it was from France. It has a white engine which needs no-spark attention The coil is Ducaty electronic ignition
Any advice to remedy and get the engine going please

mickattwo replied to the topic auto culto in the forum Help and information

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 19:15:17 +0100

I have one and sent an email to the register address and I have never heard anything since
I collected mine in an old Honda Civic size no problem but quite heavy. Putting a Villiers engine on mine eventually,

mickattwo started the topic Howard Gem Kohler K301 (13hp) Engine in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Thu, 03 May 2018 11:13:20 +0100

Anyone renovating a Gem? I have no further use for this engine PM me if interested

mickattwo replied to the topic New project??? in the forum Garden implements

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 22:38:17 +0100

Picked what up no picture etc

mickattwo started the topic Honda F510 gearbox in the forum Help and information

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 11:42:41 +0000

Hi is there anyone on here who has worked on the F510 as I have a gearbox that will not change gear. I am going to take the handlebar setup off to see if anything can be seen
A friel
nd has suggested that I drain the oil and put 50/50 red diesel and light oil that is hot to see what that can do after a couple of days
Any other suggestions welcome

mickattwo replied to the topic Help needed, Mountfield M1 in the forum Help and information

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 11:34:12 +0000

I thought Aspera m/c’s were Italian
Put a search on Google for the manual

mickattwo replied to the topic Advert in the cultivator today in the forum Help and information

Sun, 18 Feb 2018 10:20:13 +0000

Thanks Alan I have sent email and a notification on here

mickattwo started the topic Advert in the cultivator today in the forum Help and information

Sat, 17 Feb 2018 18:26:21 +0000

Derek from Nottingham area has posted Trusty parts and the phone No is not recognised anyone know who this Derek is as I want an item?

mickattwo replied to the topic Bolt thread type? in the forum Help and information

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 21:43:40 +0000

Where do the bolts fit?
I have a Mk 1 gearbox and a roto-box
The gearbox is very heavy and is going to the scrap man
Free for collection Sheffield

mickattwo replied to the topic coil fitting honda gx 120 in the forum Help and information

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 19:59:32 +0000

There is no oil alert switch on the engine so will fit a new coil
Needs a good clean before doing anything
Thanks Stuart

mickattwo started the topic coil fitting honda gx 120 in the forum Help and information

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 07:40:20 +0000

I would like to know the airgap needed when fitting an electronic coil on a GX 120 Honda Engine
The engine just cutout and have checked all connoctions and all seem OK so assume it is the coil
Any other reasons for the sudden cutout which happened as far away from the shed as possible with spadelug wheels on, what a job to get the m/c under cover

mickattwo started the topic Villiers info in the forum Help and information

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 10:44:47 +0100

I have a Villiers 4 stroke engine that came off an Atco mower
Engine No 27 3E 79654 made in 1963
I would like to know if this engine would power an Auto Culto Gardener

mickattwo replied to the topic Any Imperial Gravely enthusiasts please? in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 17:15:27 +0100

Hi I have a Gravely convertable 7.6 electric start 2 wheel tractor, not entirely vintage but not too many in the UK
I have made toolbar fittings for front or rear cultivation but have not used the m/c to do any work yet
It is automatic so very easy to use and zero turn also.
I have a friend who buys and sells Gravely mowers and he is very…[Read more]

mickattwo replied to the topic Clifford rotavator mk1? with villiers engine clutch problem? in the forum Garden implements

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 17:27:12 +0100

I have a Mk 1 gearbox that you can have for a nominal price
PM me and I live on the Sheffield/Chesterfirield border

mickattwo replied to the topic Newby Hall Tractor Fest 2017 in the forum General talk and discussion

Sat, 10 Jun 2017 19:58:42 +0100

Exellent pictures Alan very good of you to spend valuable time to pass this gallery on to members who could not attend. Good weather as well
A big thanks

mickattwo replied to the topic Aspera engines in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 19:52:12 +0100

I have found the flywheel cowling and the numbers are

06311HSB40/41212
6138787

Hope this might date the engine

mickattwo started the topic Aspera engines in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 16:34:00 +0100

I have an aspera engine that will fit some of my projects

1. where would I find the engine No is it internal?
2.There is no spark and where could I obtain electrical parts Ie points etc)

Thanks in anticipation

mickattwo started the topic Oxford allen scythe in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Fri, 05 May 2017 17:00:01 +0100

I have just acquired two allen scythes, one powered by Villiers Mk 25 engine ant the other with a Mk15 HS
Are both machines interchangeable for parts as I need to get one up and running ASAP

Could anyone kindly down load a catalogue of the m?c I have downloaded the engine manuals

Thanks in anticipation

mickattwo started the topic gardeners world in the forum General talk and discussion

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 07:00:15 +0100

Gardeners World last Fri showed gardening in the 20’s, all ladies gardening team complete with Simor rotovater and using a Planet seed drill, both items still used today by our members.
A comment on the program stated that ladies make better gardeners. Any views on this lol

mickattwo replied to the topic Barford Atom history in the forum General talk and discussion

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 09:54:44 +0000

I have a parts list ( No1532) 2/6d with no dates at all but it is for the barford “Atom” tractor and implements.
All the implements implied to and the tractor is for the single wheel machine with land wheel and grass drum
The last page shows how to convert to two wheels
I have some of the implements described

mickattwo replied to the topic Info on Honda machines in the forum Help and information

Fri, 30 Dec 2016 19:32:24 +0000

I from all the picst looks like a F30 , them/c I have has a non standard engine(a Honda copy) which starts easily but has the stationary engine lever plate and someone has connected a throttle cable to the plate which has 2 positions for the cable connection (the cable is solid not multi stranded) and does not alter the engine speed much. the…[Read more]

mickattwo started the topic Info on Honda machines in the forum Help and information

Tue, 27 Dec 2016 20:16:00 +0000

Hi all have you enjoyed this Christmas
I have recently acquired a large Honda Garden Tractor similar in size to a F620 but older, probably 70/80s. I have heard of F30 and F43 but have never seen any of them
Them/c has 3 forward and a reverse gears and stands quite high ( I am only 5’5″)
I have a F510 (1996) which I use every week and have loads of…[Read more]

mickattwo replied to the topic A useful piece of kit ! in the forum General talk and discussion

Sat, 29 Oct 2016 20:09:12 +0100

Yes looks very useful, have seen a similar one about 30yrs ago but only 3ft wide doing the footings for 2 large houses, not as heavy duty as the one pictured, the builder said he hired it because there was not an entrance wide enough for a JCB as planning for the gate area had not been submitted, did the job and he took it home every night

mickattwo started the topic york machineryauction Wed 3 Aug 16 in the forum General talk and discussion

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 05:05:35 +0100

Any member going to this auction as I would like to meet up

mickattwo replied to the topic Villiers 2stroke engine in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 22:22:05 +0100

Thanks Stuart, that is a surprise. I may be able to get the carb as it is misplaced by previous owner.
I would like to get this m/c up and running but need the tyres for an Auto Culto Junior Mk 3 that I am sorting. Thanks again

mickattwo started the topic Villiers 2stroke engine in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 16:45:50 +0100

I have just acquired this engine, fitted to what I think is a Landmaster Mo’ dig.
18 8B
98 365
Can anyone confirm for me please. I have acquired the m/c for the tyres 300 – 8 which are both good(India)

mickattwo replied to the topic A highly dangerous way to operatea SIMAR in the forum General talk and discussion

Sun, 24 Jul 2016 09:02:56 +0100

Some good and interesting clips to watch on Pathe News, I spent an hour or so last night and enjoyed all of them

mickattwo started the topic Auto Culto Junior Mk 3 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 06 Jul 2016 08:22:00 +0100

I would like to register this machine if there is a register or would like to speak to anyone who may give me information…[Read more]

mickattwo replied to the topic Atco 24" mower in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 09:14:53 +0100

Hopefully here are the other pics

mickattwo replied to the topic Atco 24" mower in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 08:26:51 +0100

The m/c is not Atco but Ransomes 24. Here are the pics of the engine (F15 Villiers)? Is it difficult to remove cutter for re-grinding as it is in a bit of a state?

mickattwo started the topic Atco 24" mower in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 22:08:42 +0100

I have been to a friends house today and he was getting an Atco 24 cylinder mower out to use. He said do you want to use it, I was straight onto it, the engine is Villiers but with electronic ignition logo on it , is this a standard engine or has the logo been added? It did a very good job and looks well used and old but started first pull hot and…[Read more]

mickattwo started the topic howard bantam rotobox in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Thu, 07 Apr 2016 20:49:56 +0100

Hi All, I have just acquired a Howard Bantam with the rotobox removed. The ends of the shaft are very clogged up and the shaft is not easy to turn ( via the dog drive), I want to know if there is a way of getting to the bearings to re-pack with grease without a full dismantle? or any other solution to free the shaft