Vintage Horticultural and Garden Machinery Club | Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" | Activity https://vhgmc.co.uk/members/roatavator/activity/ Activity feed for Peter Roat aka "Roatavator". Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:03:27 +0100 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 b1f5e79507c9486b6a2fd55bdc97ddf7 roatavator posted a new activity comment https://vhgmc.co.uk/activity/p/25080/#acomment-25081 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 14:07:49 +0100 Sorry. I only had pdf files which unfortunately corrupted. I’ve got no Honda information now.

In reply to - kole posted an update @roatavator Dear Mr Peter, I see there is a closed thread on the forum for a Honda F80 tiller that I am currently repairing and I need a workshop manual for it. The spark plug thread was […] ]]> 5764eb264050d3eacc4f391bd60a79ad Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster Steering UJ in the forum Help and information https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster-steering-uj/#post-40666 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:29:17 +0100 Thanks Charlie

]]> c07e387c69fa2cb200ad6c27c6539777 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" started the topic Rollo Croftmaster Steering UJ in the forum Help and information https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster-steering-uj/ Tue, 28 Mar 2023 19:05:15 +0100 I’ve had the Rollo out a few times making various scratches in the ground which eventually after much more practice might become ploughing.
Having discovered the steering was vague, investigation revealed a very broken universal joint.
The photos show type and size (not mine, mine’s in pieces!) I can’t easily find anything like this online. Anyon…[Read more]

]]> bb5c60999459e461a80f174f7030db59 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" started the topic Rollo Croftmaster Information Please in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster-information-please/ Sun, 12 Jun 2022 10:00:17 +0100 Some of you will know I acquired a Rollo last year. I’ve been delving into the internet for photos of other machines, information etc but it’s pretty obvious there’s relatively little known about them generally. Several VHGMC members have been very helpful in providing manuals and advice – three cheers Charlie, John L and Alan.
But what I’d r…[Read more]

]]> 20b531bc1f95a3cda4441b41177a6185 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Working day Sunday 13 in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/working-day-sunday-13/#post-38661 Sat, 12 Mar 2022 16:03:58 +0000 Probably 10am, usually is. Best to go in the morning. I don’t think they charge for spectators but most people make a donation, it’s run in aid of charity.

]]> 14cbfc933df6685366ea12cc58d8a612 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Working day Sunday 13 in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/working-day-sunday-13/#post-38659 Sat, 12 Mar 2022 13:00:50 +0000 Should be there in the playpen!

]]> 0395895ac16e5ab0434c25729ee05c32 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Howard 700 Hirth Diesel in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/howard-700-hirth-diesel/#post-38390 Sat, 01 Jan 2022 08:28:58 +0000 I may have invented the knob for the extra shot of fuel. I think I’m confusing the Hirth with the Hatz. Old age I guess.

]]> 6157631e3e63ec33f7d8fb4cbec9e349 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Howard 700 Hirth Diesel in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/howard-700-hirth-diesel/#post-38387 Fri, 31 Dec 2021 16:54:34 +0000 I had a Howard 700 with Hirth which I sold recently. Compression was relatively low, but with the following procedure started fine.
1. Remove fuse holder and crank over engine a dozen or so times.
2. Put a small squirt of engine oil (SAE20) in cylinder.
3. Set full throttle and pull knob on side of engine which provides a shot of fuel.
4. Replace…[Read more]

]]> 3d19a5d4b17ef2107a6493d4ff59a1d0 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic new sales brochure finds in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-sales-brochure-finds/#post-38167 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 17:12:07 +0000 Ivan, I’ve sent you a pm connected to this thread.
Peter

]]> d6695581eb81f04bf3614c636bca9b02 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/page/2/#post-38156 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 16:43:58 +0100 After lots of adjusting and modifications we’re finally there apart from reducing idle speed.

]]> 3f875e933c5583d55367f94d322b2755 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/page/2/#post-38146 Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:23:18 +0100 Thanks Angus
But it’s not hunting, has a smooth tick over to my ears. The issue is inability to increase revs by use of the throttle.

]]> 7f562c488abc1b938c5fe4879d9db879 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/#post-38140 Tue, 26 Oct 2021 07:16:09 +0100 Could be Andy but I’ve tried increasing the governor spring tension (you can change the position it’s secured to the air cleaner housing) but then can’t get enough push from the cable. I figure if the spring pushing on the end of cable were stronger it would then be possible to adjust the governor spring to suit. I’m guessing with the too weak ca…[Read more]

]]> 3276400079e95c0cd11b27c32ad3f579 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/#post-38137 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 21:24:15 +0100 Finally here’s the view ins the barrel, the end of the throttle cable is visible. Behind the circular washer is a second spring. I reckon it’s this spring which provides the thrust on to the rod and this has weakened so there’s insufficient force to move the governor lever.

]]> f765ae640a90a0a6acd0301781405485 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/#post-38135 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 21:20:24 +0100 And here’s the barrel with the rod poking out with the big spring behind

]]> d6cb5c85b10036bf86c6cc0c4da98de6 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/#post-38133 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 21:18:58 +0100 This may explain better. Here I’ve removed the barrel which screws into the green collar I’ve indicated. At the other end of the collar you can see the end of the governor lever the rod acts on.

]]> 6aecb613b22fa20ffd55f2d4812340a1 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/#post-38132 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 20:05:06 +0100 Oh yes Andy. It revs fine if you move the governor lever. It’s just that the thrust from the rod onto the governor lever is insufficient.

]]> ba3f6ddb3b0bfebca715e8fa40ebb4ef Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/#post-38128 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 18:44:25 +0100 So here’s the set-up. The first photo shows the cable entering the barrel. The second photo shows where the barrel is in relation to the governor.
On reflection I think that the thrust on the rod at the other end of the barrel is provided not so much by thrust from the cable, but by the spring located between the cable end of the barrel and the p…[Read more]

]]> 4190e790c0e644c6c2378335db9c0b0d Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/#post-38127 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 17:30:17 +0100 Yes Geoff. I’ve been fiddling with it today and come to the same conclusion. Effectively the throttle cable has to push against the governor lever to achieve running speed, when you close the throttle for idle the spring on the governor closes the butterfly.
The throttle cable enters one end of a barrel which is secured to the machine. Inside t…[Read more]

]]> c27f096283ea50b5d9cac31e9eb973a2 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/#post-38124 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 08:30:15 +0100 Yes Andy, much quieter. But at least I can run it up whenever I like without feeling guilty about the neighbours.
However I still have a SIMAR to keep them amused!
Next plan is a winch for the truck; I’ve chickened out of driving it up!
I’ve got to sort out the throttle which doesn’t work at the moment. Cable goes into a barrel mechanism the other…[Read more]

]]> 1810d59ed834510c12f89a17e2b9affe Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" started the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/ Sun, 24 Oct 2021 15:18:18 +0100 My new toy collected yesterday. When she’s cleaned up I’ll post some better photos.

]]> 57768c8a0e3a391d23bd2143387974c5 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" started the topic Rollo Croftmaster in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rollo-croftmaster/ Sun, 24 Oct 2021 15:18:18 +0100 My new toy collected yesterday. When she’s cleaned up I’ll post some better photos.

]]> 614ea883c26edcc31ae9715824bdd5dd Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" started the topic What machine to buy? in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/what-machine-to-buy/ Thu, 29 Jul 2021 09:24:48 +0100 As I get older I’m finding some of my pedestrian collection to be hard work. I’m toying with the idea of buying a ride on for ploughing events. I’m not bothered about winning prizes so the machine doesn’t have to be the best for the job! I’d like something vintage or classic.
The limiting factor is weight. I’ll have to transport on my Commer PB a…[Read more]

]]> 8c2f8f019e211f849d040d6e78a76da4 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" started the topic Working Weekend and Ploughing Match 4/5 September Fincham Norfolk in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/working-weekend-and-ploughing-match-45-september-fincham-norfolk/ Fri, 23 Jul 2021 10:05:15 +0100 Here’s an event that’s still on the cards to take place. They accept any working machinery, horticultural tillers, rotavators etc as well as ploughs. I’ve been before, it’s a very good event.
Time to dust off some machines?

]]> eecab263df429d36e28f435f8ca7ed7c Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Update on my Simar 35 in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/update-on-my-simar-35/#post-37458 Mon, 19 Jul 2021 19:24:55 +0100 Really nice. I really must take an oily rag to mine!
She’s been sitting inaccessible behind other machines under cover, for over 18 months. Shame on me!

]]> 59163fe583eefae2809e1686b8c1de36 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar 35?! in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-35/#post-36501 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 08:33:48 +0000 Yes Mike, that’s a 35.
Good luck with your search for an engine. Pity the original is lost, the rest of the machine looks pretty decent.

]]> ec621a9326527e90ad696fd813160640 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Your Cultivator in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/your-cultivator-3/#post-36197 Fri, 18 Dec 2020 17:41:06 +0000 Mine arrived today. Really good read!
I’ve been a bit quiet on here lately, to be honest this weird year and inability to go to working events etc made me lose a bit of enthusiasm for the hobby and the machines and truck have been tucked away and not started.
However, after reading the magazine, particularly Sam’s ploughing photos, has given me…[Read more]

]]> fe3a3ff2384c718cbd6c9bccb71fc87a Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic New SIMAR owner seeks assistance! in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-simar-owner-seeks-assistance/page/2/#post-34277 Sun, 10 May 2020 07:33:26 +0100 Hi Mike
Sorry, mine has a Wico series a, your mag is similar to but not identical to the mag on my A5. So can’t really help, hopefully Charlie can be more help than me.

]]> 40ad7891a1ec394214bd074b7925d76e Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Once more... HONDA F80 Operating and WSM manual in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/once-more-honda-f80-operating-and-wsm-manual/#post-34246 Fri, 08 May 2020 17:32:55 +0100 Hi Toni
Very sorry I’ve only just seen this. I’ve sent you a scrappy series of links to all I have left of the manual, hopefully this will help.
Peter

]]> c4381b565a54cc0580073794e1ad49f7 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic New SIMAR owner seeks assistance! in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-simar-owner-seeks-assistance/page/2/#post-34207 Tue, 05 May 2020 15:25:19 +0100 Mike
Might the part number be 8713d? I think I’ve found the part you’re referring to in a parts list on the French site

http://motoculteur-simar.fr/Documents/catlivc50.pdf
Peter

]]> 29ef886fd62f9443a6b789af6e64555a Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic New SIMAR owner seeks assistance! in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-simar-owner-seeks-assistance/page/2/#post-34197 Tue, 05 May 2020 08:24:02 +0100 Mike
Sean did an excellent restoration topic on his 56 a few years ago here:

Simar 56A Rototiller – Serial No. 561621


They’re almost the same machine so you might find it helpful to have a look.
Peter

]]> 53e6b4a61eecd1e6ee9ec5c260207419 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic New SIMAR owner seeks assistance! in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-simar-owner-seeks-assistance/#post-34196 Tue, 05 May 2020 08:14:41 +0100 Sorry Mike, didn’t mean to imply you were old!
I can’t say I’ve much experience of bearing play, certainly none of mine have much play at all. If anyone would know it would be Charlie.
If you’re still in Norfolk perhaps we’ll see each other at one of the events when things eventually get back to normal.

]]> 0e95c5f476db43e2566a2825aef1216a Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic New SIMAR owner seeks assistance! in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-simar-owner-seeks-assistance/#post-34178 Mon, 04 May 2020 20:45:59 +0100 Good luck with the repairs! Most of my SIMARs leak oil from the hubs, I can’t quite raise the energy to tackle them. Yes, I’m in Norfolk and if I remember right was the engine for your son to tinker with?
Peter

]]> 284aaf0a4ec1c4afc6bb8466b7d20ef6 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic New SIMAR owner seeks assistance! in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-simar-owner-seeks-assistance/#post-34144 Mon, 04 May 2020 08:55:45 +0100 Oh. And the gearbox should be in neutral when inserting or removing the pins.

]]> 5212b16b12e9ce0ae8fa91ac14d44641 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic New SIMAR owner seeks assistance! in the forum Pedestrian operated machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-simar-owner-seeks-assistance/#post-34143 Mon, 04 May 2020 08:39:50 +0100 The drive pins do sometimes become stuck in place. I’ve found if you engage one of the wheel locks or pawls on one wheel only and then move the handlebars from side to side it often frees up the pin. The fact that you could push it in suggests it’s not stuck as such, just held in place. If you want to change gear by swapping the pins from one whe…[Read more]

]]> 816300691153fe579229a586d1157d52 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar Rototiller plough mount in the forum Projects https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-rototiller-plough-mount/page/3/#post-33560 Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:34:42 +0000 Same here Charlie. I do find if you’ve just run the machine for a couple of minutes then there’s a lot more excess fuel than if it’s had a good hour or two of work. Normally after working it’s only a few drops of excess oil and no fuel. So if Knappster is just running the machine for a short time I’d say what he describes is not unusual.

]]> 1af3b435bca0b54db03f3ffa467376d0 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar Rototiller plough mount in the forum Projects https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-rototiller-plough-mount/page/3/#post-33556 Tue, 17 Mar 2020 17:39:15 +0000 That’s one fine looking SIMAR! Makes mine look shabby, but I don’t think I could achieve anything like your results. If it’s any consolation we’re at the end of the ploughing season now, fingers crossed it will be considered safe to be attending events come late summer.

]]> 12be35ed1e19ed6564ac233225e6899a Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar Rototiller plough mount in the forum Projects https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-rototiller-plough-mount/page/2/#post-33487 Thu, 12 Mar 2020 10:05:56 +0000 I find several of mine need two or three pulls even with choke. The 56 tiller also needs quite a lot of tickling. I’m sure if you experiment you’ll find the secret to yours!

]]> c6646ef39907cf04bdecf7fd4c26f646 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar Rototiller plough mount in the forum Projects https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-rototiller-plough-mount/page/2/#post-33338 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 18:01:27 +0000 Adjustable stops look good. I’ve found in practice using my SIMAR plough in a number of competitions that I only need to have the plough fixed in the central position for the first run of the opening split. Then I have the plough floating for the rest of the plot. I found it too hard work to keep it fixed for subsequent runs, and properly a…[Read more]

]]> 82c1e6bbaf19f515f77380487bad9f27 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Honda F190 for restoration... or lots of spares in the forum Help and information https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/honda-f190-for-restoration-or-lots-of-spares/#post-33328 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 16:39:08 +0000 I had a F80 years ago, basically the same machine. They do have a reputation for eating spark plugs. You might try swapping the plugs from the spare machine and seeing if that improves starting. I also found you had to be very careful with the amount of choke and throttle on starting. Try having throttle at low idle speed, crank a couple of times…[Read more]

]]> c344410826ed138b6cf1019e2b2118c5 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar Rototiller plough mount in the forum Projects https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-rototiller-plough-mount/page/2/#post-33307 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 08:16:43 +0000 Yes, 6% is correct, SAE 30 or 40. Mix should be increased to 8% after engine overhaul. I use SAE 40 in mine, classic oil from the likes of Morris.
Transmission oil should be SAE 140, don’t use EP oil which can attack bronze in gearbox. Again I use a classic type oil.

]]> 7b5349dd2984037ba5652fee2346bd6a Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar Rototiller plough mount in the forum Projects https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-rototiller-plough-mount/#post-33278 Tue, 11 Feb 2020 16:37:53 +0000 Very nice job. What it will sound like? Answer: LOUD!!

]]> 14bbd486f4f911b3ce5337c56426dc2d Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar Rototiller plough mount in the forum Projects https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-rototiller-plough-mount/#post-33200 Thu, 06 Feb 2020 09:26:25 +0000 This is a typical continental exhaust.

]]> 355bf58b7388f8e07ccc960441b2e557 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Simar Rototiller plough mount in the forum Projects https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/simar-rototiller-plough-mount/#post-33197 Wed, 05 Feb 2020 22:36:38 +0000 Charlie. All the various SIMAR models with front exiting exhaust I’ve seen have the “usual “ stub exhaust. But many continental ones have large exhausts, sometimes a serpentine layout, incorporating exhaust boxes. Am I right in thinking they were SIMAR options or accessories? Perhaps they were available after market over here?

]]> 359a7a9c58bdcb656a762fd5b0416523 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Vintage Horticultural & Garden Machinery Working Day in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/vintage-horticultural-garden-machinery-working-day-5/#post-33058 Sat, 11 Jan 2020 17:51:34 +0000 I’m sending booking today. Playpen may be a bit noisier than usual, should be bringing a couple of SIMARs.

]]> b8196404f8bbe496437423eab0759bbd Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic The Cultivator December issue and membership renewals. in the forum General talk and discussion https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/the-cultivator-december-issue-and-membership-renewals/#post-32992 Sat, 28 Dec 2019 09:33:07 +0000 Me and JR renewed for another year. Thanks for all you do for the club and us Charlie and committee. Happy New Year everyone.

]]> 39be25edd4d68d82c879f3b861ab90cb Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Holttum Howard 700 Tractor in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/holttum-howard-700-tractor/page/2/#post-32986 Fri, 27 Dec 2019 10:01:59 +0000 Such an innovative machine and so versatile with all the attachments. It must have cost a fortune in development, then only to last a few years. Howard must have lost a packet on the 700 project. Despite availability of other Howard machines, still surprising they didn’t give it a longer run. Judging by the number of Villiers engine 700s still a…[Read more]

]]> 3b343d1c2a4ed3002c4d418cfbbea8c6 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Holttum Howard 700 Tractor in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/holttum-howard-700-tractor/#post-32932 Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:12:10 +0000 I’d guess by 1963 Howard had stopped production of the 700, probably explaining short run of the conversion.

]]> 709b24e17786f625992c7b75da9b807e Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Now hear’s a thing in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/now-hears-a-thing/page/2/#post-32078 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:28:47 +0100 Hi Andy.
No, I’m not bothered, except the volume of smoke sometimes outdoes my pipe!
I’ve ploughed some really hard dry land this year in top gear, and had it 2-stroking at length and yes, it smokes less then. I’ve been lucky enough to have prevailing wind blowing across the plot on most occasions, so neighbouring ploughmen are more affected than me!

]]> 488d726a4f2c8f441e5e44c0b613a307 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Now hear’s a thing in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/now-hears-a-thing/#post-32059 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:51:29 +0100 Yes Tom, mine too mostly leak from the seals. The 56 tiller used to leak quite badly but in recent years when it’s seen more regular use it’s stopped leaking so badly, I guess the seals had probably got dry.
Bent furrows were mine! But in my defence I was turning up huge stones. The plough itself is a lovely piece of kit and on decent ground doe…[Read more]

]]> e728c05d0ef09cec53f618a9a99375b2 Peter Roat aka "Roatavator" replied to the topic Now hear’s a thing in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/now-hears-a-thing/#post-32056 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:58:18 +0100 Hi Tom. Funnily enough I just came to the same conclusion today whilst out ploughing. The oil from the drain tap is definitely thicker than the 40 grade I put in the fuel.
I’ll just live with it. No point going to the trouble of doing the seal since it also leaks from the wheels as well. She actually runs a treat so I’m not bothered. Best loc…[Read more]

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