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moggyjim replied to the topic push hoe in the forum Help and information

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 21:47:55 +0000

Thanks for letting me know who are or were M&G?.

moggyjim started the topic push hoe in the forum Help and information

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 18:19:42 +0000

Restored this push hoe which i got in the Salisbury area but no idea make or model any ideas.

moggyjim replied to the topic Planet jr seeder in the forum Garden implements

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 09:48:04 +0000

i have the same model and the rod is correct and a mason jar does indeed fit.

moggyjim replied to the topic South Cerney in the forum General talk and discussion

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 12:56:03 +0100

thanks for the hospitality Charlies marquee is a show saver.

moggyjim replied to the topic Howard 300 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 16:37:48 +0000

thanks for the info i will get myself some extensions and move the wheels out

moggyjim started the topic Howard 300 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:59:54 +0000

How do i fit dual wheels to a howard 300 it can be a bit tippy on rough ground

moggyjim replied to the topic norlett/flymo 5speed help in the forum Help and information

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 12:32:15 +0100

now have some pictures i know the reverse belt is not right as this will drive fowrward.

moggyjim replied to the topic norlett/flymo 5speed help in the forum Help and information

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 19:43:24 +0100

will take some pictures tomorrow is it would be a nightmare to describe.

moggyjim started the topic norlett/flymo 5speed help in the forum Help and information

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 21:17:39 +0100

does any one have a picture of the belt set up on one of these a friend brought one around for me to fettle but the belts make little sense i have a thick belt going from the variable pulley down to the large pulley and a thin belt from the variable to the engine. then a snake of a belt which should be reverse but drives the machine foward.HELP

moggyjim replied to the topic To paint or not to paint in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 16:20:35 +0100

looks like post box red if i am going to paint i would love some decals but the ones on fleabay do not cover this model??

moggyjim started the topic To paint or not to paint in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 18:17:29 +0100

Hi Guys i am in the middle of refurbishing a merry tiller the engine is now in paint but the rest of the machine looks tatty The paint looks more like a howard colour than a wholsely red.Do i leave it as is paint it post office red or howard orange and then its hunt the decals, any thoughts..

moggyjim replied to the topic Merry Tiller Briggs Magnetron Clone Coil in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 21:55:14 +0100

i have used the clone coils with no problem. But i look out on the internet sites for used genuine ones from scrapped mowers. My titan gt has a 7hp briggs and that has a bigger version of the magnatron . If the paint has gone from the shroud and has no sticker you can tell the size by the number of bolts holding the shroud on, one bolt at the top…[Read more]

moggyjim replied to the topic Howard Rotavator with Howard 360 engine in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sat, 14 Mar 2020 15:45:38 +0000

what size briggs engine did they fit to the 350?howard i need some info for another project.

moggyjim replied to the topic merry tiller info in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 18:01:12 +0000

yes mine is the earlier model i have a 5hp shroud and it is miles to small. There is little wear on the machine just a shame no blower cover???

moggyjim replied to the topic merry tiller info in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 19:01:50 +0000

Yes is was used as a paddock mower and spent its life outside.the engine has compression and the 3 pin coil so no points to worry about.I am not sure if the cowl size varies from hp to hp so not sure what to chase down.

moggyjim started the topic merry tiller info in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:43:41 +0000

just bought a merry tiller for spares and i would like to get it working again. Im not sure on the engine size it is a GT Titan with gears but the cooling shroud is missing could it be a 5 or 7 hp engine i dont know what cowel will fit i have included some pics to see if that helps.

moggyjim replied to the topic Merry Tiller Truck. in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 16:50:38 +0000

The angle iron chassis is 1 and a half by 1 and a half.Dimensions are 48 inches long 33 inches wide and the two timber runners are 4 foot long hope this helps i am rebuilding mine and possibly extending the main frame so i can sit in front instead of in the truck. Hope this helps.

moggyjim replied to the topic Merry Tiller Truck. in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 16:43:43 +0000

with a bit of luck there are pictures attached the bracket dimensions are as follows pivot brackets 4inches by 4 and a half 2 inches along the bottom and 5 inches across the angle the tube/ pivot is 1 inch diameter. the front brackets are5 inches long and 1 inch and a half wide

moggyjim replied to the topic merrytiller clinton in the forum General talk and discussion

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 23:03:56 +0000

my id number starts with a P so i know it is a professional model is it just the engine that sets them apart or do i have a better chain case etc..

moggyjim started the topic merrytiller clinton in the forum General talk and discussion

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 17:54:27 +0000

Can someone tell me what size the yellow clinton engine is and are points and coils readily available. i have picked up another merrytiller to restore and use should i fit a briggs which i know runs a treat.

moggyjim started the topic howard gem in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 22 May 2019 22:46:51 +0100

i have purchased a tired howard gem The left hand road wheel seems to have a lot of play.There is a castle nut in the center was wondering if tightening this will solve the problem or am i looking at a gearbox rebuild.???

moggyjim replied to the topic Howard 350 clutch brake mounting holes. in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sat, 04 Aug 2018 16:06:53 +0100

have an arm with holes you can have found, it in my spares pile.

moggyjim replied to the topic merry truck in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 23:14:24 +0100

i believe you could buy the chassis separate and fix your own body.

moggyjim started the topic lotmead working weekend in the forum Help and information

Thu, 15 Feb 2018 23:20:11 +0000

Hi everyone this years show will NOT be taking place Due to things which are out of my control. I would like to thank everyone who helped over the last few years and wish it could have continued but it is not to be. I hope to see many of you at shows during the summer and i hope you can all find another venue to use your machines as they were…[Read more]

moggyjim replied to the topic kohler 12hp help in the forum Help and information

Sun, 21 Jan 2018 20:00:26 +0000

thanks for the help will order a switch in the morning a process of elimination i suppose.

moggyjim started the topic kohler 12hp help in the forum Help and information

Sun, 21 Jan 2018 14:22:09 +0000

hope someone can help me .I have started work on my jacobsen tractor i can start it with a rope. but it should have a dyna start but it only has 2 ternimals like a dynamo. When i turn it on the amp meter moves indicating the coil is live but turning to start position does nothing WHERE do i start ALL help would be apreciated.

moggyjim started the topic membership in the forum Help and information

Wed, 03 Jan 2018 11:54:08 +0000

All paid up for another year, top of the class for everyone that runs our club. Thanks for the little surprise in the envelope. Proud to be a member.

moggyjim replied to the topic howard 700 engine change in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Mon, 18 Dec 2017 14:35:59 +0000

I haven’t removed the engine yet to see what sort of arrangement is on the crank, key way threaded bolt taper ???I fancied an electric start honda copy.

moggyjim started the topic howard 700 engine change in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sat, 16 Dec 2017 17:22:43 +0000

It,s rebuild time again and one project is to change the 700,s engine for a big briggs as i struggle to start the two stroke villiers I drain the sump and all the usual stuff but i dont have the strength to pull more than twice. Any advice would be great..

moggyjim started the topic decals in the forum Help and information

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 00:10:15 +0000

where do i start to look for jacobsen chief bonnet decals for a winter project

moggyjim started the topic jacobsen chief in the forum Ride-on machines

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 17:43:50 +0100

trying to find information on this 12hp tractor as i will need some belts and idler parts missing so nothing to measure or compare.

moggyjim replied to the topic Tractor World Autumn at Newbury in the forum General talk and discussion

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 17:40:57 +0100

sorry i didn’t make it this year just out of hospital again!

moggyjim replied to the topic gunsmith in the forum Help and information

Thu, 17 Aug 2017 22:23:58 +0100

Thank’s charlie will have to rethink my trailer options

moggyjim started the topic gunsmith in the forum Help and information

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 16:49:44 +0100

does anybody know what a gunsmith tractor weighs i need to trailer one and need to make sure im not over weight.

moggyjim started the topic gunsmith in the forum Help and information

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 16:49:44 +0100

does anybody know what a gunsmith tractor weighs i need to trailer one and need to make sure im not over weight.

moggyjim replied to the topic Howard 700 help and advice. in the forum General talk and discussion

Thu, 10 Aug 2017 16:45:10 +0100

All your attachments look stock items accept the saw bench. lucky you with all those bits and bobs. let me know if you have a spare clutch cable as i am down to a couple of strands on mine.

moggyjim replied to the topic Lotmead Farm Working W/E in the forum General talk and discussion

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 21:48:57 +0100

will do thank’s charlie

moggyjim replied to the topic lotmead farm working weekend in the forum General talk and discussion

Sun, 02 Jul 2017 22:34:45 +0100

looking forward to meeting old and new members don’t know how much ground we have until this week !! food and drink ordered plenty of room for static displays under cover. more the merrier..

moggyjim replied to the topic lotmead farm working weekend in the forum General talk and discussion

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 13:33:38 +0100

yes please charlie, if i plan for rain it never comes.

moggyjim started the topic lotmead farm working weekend in the forum General talk and discussion

Mon, 12 Jun 2017 22:00:18 +0100

4 week’s to go 8th and 9th of july. looking foward to meeting friend’s old and new.Will need numbers soon so we have plenty of grub for saturday..

moggyjim replied to the topic merry tiller belt adjustment in the forum Help and information

Sat, 22 Apr 2017 16:09:22 +0100

has the machine still got it,s belt guide at the front pulley
so when you let go the clutch the belt sits off the pulley.

moggyjim replied to the topic howard 350 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 19:30:46 +0100

fitted a centrifugal clutch, test run on Saturday so fingers crossed it doesn’t slip and burn out..

moggyjim replied to the topic howard 350 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Mon, 03 Apr 2017 20:39:35 +0100

this machine is going to live at the allotment so does not have to be original.

moggyjim started the topic howard 350 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sun, 02 Apr 2017 21:44:45 +0100

i have purchased a howard 350 with no clutch what is the simplest alternative ? any ideas on fabricating a tensioner wheel or centrifugal pulley budget not very big im afraid..

moggyjim replied to the topic howard 350 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Fri, 10 Mar 2017 22:57:55 +0000

thank’s for the lesson i have the front weight on a stepped bar and the wheel weights, I thought it would be of use at the allotment in the spring or turning over for the winter.The 350 is such a well made machine, i also have the tiller extension kit which makes it a little wider i think it’s about 24 inches. Is this only used in light soil or is…[Read more]

moggyjim started the topic howard 350 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 17:08:39 +0000

i now have a plough for the 350 but no instruction’s so need a little advice Do i leave the rotavator on or just the tynes remove it all wheel extensions ???

moggyjim replied to the topic February issue The Cultivator in the forum General talk and discussion

Thu, 09 Feb 2017 21:40:24 +0000

Arrived today always a good read down the allotment.Looking foward to lotmead this year 8th and 9th of July, one for the diary..

moggyjim started the topic ploughing in the forum Ride-on machines

Thu, 05 Jan 2017 19:16:02 +0000

Down the shed today looking at my gunsmith tractor looking forward to having a play this year when the penny dropped . How do you keep it straight 2 wheels you walk behind and steer with the arms 4 wheel keep the front wheel pulled against the land side 3 wheels look foward and back at the same time ???

moggyjim replied to the topic HELP , Ive just purchassed a Howard 700 in the forum Pedestrian operated machines

Sat, 17 Dec 2016 16:31:44 +0000

is the flywheel on a taper or a key way. Im worried about changing the timing and not knowing how to reset it on my own 700.Also were their any decals on the machine as mine has none?

moggyjim replied to the topic 1960 Pegson-Marlow water pump still the "biz" ! in the forum General talk and discussion

Sun, 11 Dec 2016 22:40:19 +0000

my own allotment is the same may need some of those giant wheels you see used in the paddy fields.I would rather see a bit of frost, kill a few bugs and break down the soil that has been ploughed.