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ransomes256 replied to the topic Magneto overhaul in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 9 months, 3 weeks ago

Yes I can overhaul the Wico A magneto. send me an email njarrett@btinternet.com

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransomes MG 40 600CC petrol engine with Amal carburettor in the forum Ride-on machines 9 months, 3 weeks ago

Please send me an email. njarrett@btinternet.com

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransomes MG 40 600CC petrol engine with Amal carburettor in the forum Ride-on machines 9 months, 3 weeks ago

I have new old stock 398/5 carburettors but no spares. Chances of getting a 356/1 is slim.

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransomes MG 40 600CC petrol engine with Amal carburettor in the forum Ride-on machines 9 months, 3 weeks ago

I think you will find the carburettor may be a 398/5 which has an oblong fuel bowl rather than round. This was a very late fit part and mainly by water boards etc. I do not know much about these but have never seen an issue with one.

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransomes MG 40 600CC petrol engine with Amal carburettor in the forum Ride-on machines 9 months, 3 weeks ago

Bruce,
Is this the 356/1 carburettor? It may be that the internal cross drillings are becoming blocked and may need an ultrasonic clean to clear them. It is not easy as the cross drillings are end blocked after manufacture. Additionally have you checked the jets and emulsion tube which sometimes gets a split or the solder end plug is…[Read more]

ransomes256 replied to the topic howard mini gapper in the forum Ride-on machines 11 months ago

If you go to the photo gallery tab then via the index go to Howard you will find pictures of the mini gapper.
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Engines, Brands & Manufacturers in the forum General talk and discussion 11 months, 2 weeks ago

Need to add a few more to the list.

Ransomes
Sachs
Kubota
Iseki
Ryobi
Husqvarna

If going full size then,

Ford
Vauxhall
Jaguar
Land Rover
etc.etc.

Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransome Crawler in the forum Ride-on machines 1 year, 6 months ago

Welcome. I am as far as known the only person with any new Ransomes MG spares but it is only my hobby. will need to establish which version of the crawler you have and I can send copies of manuals and parts books so please email me njarrett@btinternet.com
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransome MG 40 Weights in the forum General talk and discussion 1 year, 9 months ago

The weight is far from the only thing missing from the manuals !!!!!

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransome MG 40 Weights in the forum General talk and discussion 1 year, 9 months ago

Chris,
The Diesel MG40 with hydraulics weighs 15 1/4cwt (772kg)
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster Steering UJ in the forum Help and information 1 year, 11 months ago

Bearing boys and HPC gears both list UJ couplings
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Help identifying an obscure Dron Wal tool. in the forum Help and information 2 years, 5 months ago

Search Dron-wal on Google images. Plenty of different versions.
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Help identifying an obscure Dron Wal tool. in the forum Help and information 2 years, 5 months ago

Without a photo I guess it is probably a hand spray / mister.
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Engine Identification in the forum Help and information 2 years, 7 months ago

Thank you for the suggestions.
I will message the owner and see if I can find out some more info.
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Engine Identification in the forum Help and information 2 years, 7 months ago

I only have these extra photos. The engine is fitted to a Ransomes MG5 tractor in the Netherlands but is not original.
I am interested as it appears a good fit.
Neil

ransomes256 started the topic Engine Identification in the forum Help and information 2 years, 7 months ago

Can anybody help identify this engine please.
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Wico series A Magneto in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 2 months ago

If you do not get any recommendations you could email me to discuss njarrett@btinternet.com
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransomes MG5 roller frame removal in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 3 months ago

As you have stripped it so far I would continue as if ever you need to remove it for some essential maintenance it will make life easier. Just grease the cross tube up when putting it all back together.
MG5 is easier than MG6 as they have 2 cross tubes and cannot be twisted off.
Neil

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransomes MG5 roller frame removal in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 3 months ago

This is an age old problem.
You will need to make a small pusher to fit between the main chassis and the side frame as close to the cross tube as possible. A very large nut and bolt that only just fits is best the as you undo the nut the length increases. When it is at the end of the bolt you will need to add spacers.
Lots of heat on the tube can…[Read more]

ransomes256 replied to the topic Ransomes crawler tracks in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 4 months ago

A longer answer is NO they are not the same.
The MG2 track and early MG5 have a lighter cast form and additional profile on the outer edges.
Late MG5 and MG6 have a heavier cast form and a slightly increased drive wheel engagement tooth.
MG6 (ITC version) and MG40 has a deeper section and deeper drive wheel engagement tooth.
Add to this the…[Read more]

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