Vintage Horticultural and Garden Machinery Club | Silverfoxfintry | Activity https://vhgmc.co.uk/members/silverfoxfintry/activity/ Activity feed for Silverfoxfintry. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:59:13 +0100 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 253249f53f97c9adb8489e15c2427501 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 wide track spacers in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-wide-track-spacers/#post-35913 Thu, 19 Nov 2020 12:48:10 +0000 Thanks Neil.
I will order hex bar and try to make them before Christmas.

Keep Safe.

Iain.

]]> 83c21e8d8e0e72396047f1be22e90892 Silverfoxfintry started the topic MG5 wide track spacers in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-wide-track-spacers/ Wed, 11 Nov 2020 11:18:41 +0000 Good morning.
I am going to be using my MG5 for moving logs in my wood. I want to increase the track width so I can fit Oak track segments.
Has anyone got details of the conversation?
I can probably make some of the parts. I just need drawings or sketches to work from.

Thanks.

Iain

]]> 850b3cdb09f92cef4a6ab7abf6699bac Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic Ransomes Crawler Collection in the forum Ride-on machines https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/ransomes-crawler-collection/#post-33302 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 19:25:24 +0000 Sorry to hear you are selling up.
I only hope it’s not a health problem.
Thank you for all your help with my MG5.

Iain

]]> 0b09cf54ded78f7117d98cb21e0d9276 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/3/#post-30627 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 07:24:57 +0000 After a bit of research I decided to purchase a Hyundai post hole borer.
Adapted it to fit a starting dog and tried it out yesterday.
Success! Got to have a very firm grip on the borer until the Ransomes engine kickers over, but it started first try.
I now feel confident that I can use it to extract logs from my Wood.
Thanks for all the help and…[Read more]

]]> 660ae5949987a762db3a0df99713f0ba Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/3/#post-30356 Tue, 12 Feb 2019 09:13:16 +0000 I have always tried to start on 1/2 choke. As per the manual. I will try your method.

]]> 759cf1f3cee762f4287af5cf45c8270d Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/3/#post-30351 Tue, 12 Feb 2019 08:19:27 +0000 Just had a thought, Ransome 256. Posted his starting procedure. Neil, you don’t mention opening the choke after flooding. Do you start the Engine using full choke? Or 1/2 choke?

]]> 3dde731a7758cf3892adccbebd5823e4 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/3/#post-30344 Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:47:16 +0000 Update.
Well, I have replaced the Magnito coil. (Thanks to Neil Jarret) After a bit of mucking about I got it to start on Saturday.
Once running, it performed perfectly. No misfires. A nice steady beat. Tick over was slow enough for the clutch to disengage. Acceleration was smooth with no flat spots.
I took it for a short run round the yard before…[Read more]

]]> dc4e4078c8c5511765d1af13364a0dfa Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/3/#post-30344 Mon, 11 Feb 2019 21:47:16 +0000 Update.
Well, I have replaced the Magnito coil. (Thanks to Neil Jarret) After a bit of mucking about I got it to start on Saturday. (Thanks to X peat farmer for his tip on sealing the piston with a little oil)
Once running, it performed perfectly. No misfires. A nice steady beat. Tick over was slow enough for the clutch to disengage. Acceleration…[Read more]

]]> fe6ac4cf69ae0ad9646881c9fcccd796 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/3/#post-30325 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 03:48:01 +0000 The MG5 manual is quite specific, the impulse timing is set at TDC.
Also I am using original specification spark plugs, properly gapped at 0.035″.
I have obtained a replacement coil and I will fit it tomorrow.

]]> e2d270e96fce8d285696fa197e5326e3 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/2/#post-30311 Fri, 08 Feb 2019 10:34:45 +0000 I live to the north of Glasgow. Tucked in behind the Campsie hills, in a small village called Fintry.
Only 20 miles from the centre of Glasgow, but it’s another World!

]]> 32316b5dd3faf668fde278a8a6fbd215 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/2/#post-30299 Thu, 07 Feb 2019 11:09:52 +0000 No. The only one I know of is not available for a borrow.
I have asked. But no chance.

]]> 6b4b4f636268765ed5229772a83f6ea4 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/page/2/#post-30293 Wed, 06 Feb 2019 22:41:46 +0000 The condenser is new. As for testing the coil, can anyone tell me how to test it.
Will an electric motor insulation tester be sufficient? I think they produce about 5,000volts.
Or is a special test rig required?

Thanks.

Iain.

]]> c97f2a7746559c036087c95b3618280f Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/#post-30290 Wed, 06 Feb 2019 18:59:01 +0000 I fitted the Magnito today. I have a “fat” spark. I have removed the cylinder head and set the timing to TDC.
FlusHed the fuel system and refilled with fresh Petrol.
It s still will not start!
The best I managed was Bang,Bang!
I am running out of ideas.

]]> 2f4df8160c40599be3181a950ee6dfaf Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/#post-30279 Tue, 05 Feb 2019 21:51:48 +0000 Well, I have completed a strip and rebuild of the Magnito. I have a good spark, 10mm as per Trusty220’s method.
However, I am a bit confused about the spark advance.
I have found no evidence of bob weights to advance the spark.
Can someone shine a light into my darkness.

]]> 37bb8b03065f0afd6dd59501c78db86c Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/#post-30219 Wed, 30 Jan 2019 08:33:03 +0000 Sorry Niel I was not clear. This is the only Wico A Magnito I have worked with.
On other engines using contact breakers the condensers all had Alluminium casings.
Are replacements available? Also new points.
Or am I better just getting the entire thing reconditioned?

]]> 3ae4f584f78a94b79ff8474f70c299bc Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/#post-30216 Wed, 30 Jan 2019 04:59:04 +0000 I have removed the Magnito and reset the points and ran it with a drill.
I have a spark, but not as fat as I would like.
Reset the points to 0.015″ and tested again. No change.
But I did notice that the impulse mechanism was reluctant to trigger. It appears to jam against the post and requires considerable force to make it fire.
Is this normal? I…[Read more]

]]> f2e246ac8c07c5c78e34ac59055cb6d9 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/#post-30196 Mon, 28 Jan 2019 03:03:14 +0000 Well, when I rebuilt the Engine I set the timing as per the instruction book. Everything is tight and I have no reason to suspect that it has changed.
However I am prepared to try anything as it is no use as it is.
The annoying thing is, sometimes I can start it on the first attempt. It then runs well with plenty of power, no backfiring or…[Read more]

]]> 6dc696d9eab643ae23e5594f96a42a3f Silverfoxfintry started the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/ Sun, 27 Jan 2019 19:37:45 +0000 I am still having problems getting my MG5 to start reliably.
I thought I had it sorted, but I went to use it earlier in the week, it just won’t start.
I have changed the fuel, I have changed the plug, I have tried everything!
It fires, but just won’t keep running.
I seem to remember someone fitting a Dynastart to a MG5 and I am sure I have seen…[Read more]

]]> f4305ec85ba2ad3e4b09ebdb46c3253c Silverfoxfintry started the topic MG5 Dynastart electric starter. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-dynastart-electric-starter/ Sun, 27 Jan 2019 19:37:45 +0000 I am still having problems getting my MG5 to start reliably.
I thought I had it sorted, but I went to use it earlier in the week, it just won’t start.
I have changed the fuel, I have changed the plug, I have tried everything!
It fires, but just won’t keep running.
I seem to remember someone rotting a Dynastart to a MG5 and I am sure I have seen…[Read more]

]]> ff23c1143d01e81ce529a640786a2088 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/4/#post-29042 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 14:25:28 +0100 Hello Rob.

I can’t thank you enough for the pictures and drawing you sent.
I now have enough information to fabricate the cover and the box.
I will post pictures once it is completed.

Best regards

Iain

]]> 81df180c13b9891fc0a04124b18cd1a9 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/4/#post-29001 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 15:02:06 +0100 Good afternoon Rob.

Thank you for offering to take some pictures.
If possible can you include some basic measurements?

Regards

Iain

]]> 7166d01cf81c397709c1e8c4af1b45a1 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/3/#post-28995 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 18:00:44 +0100 Well. I am back from my Holidays now and wanting to Mage the flywheel cover and tool box.
Please can someone send me pictures?

Thank you all.

]]> 30f9d6a939ce17e9d96ff57d9f84fc98 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/3/#post-28487 Sat, 12 May 2018 14:10:57 +0100 I am going on Holiday for a couple of weeks. When I return I will order the chain and see about making a tool box.
My unit hasn’t got the cover over the clutch fitted. If I am making a tool box I will have to make the cover as well. Can any kind person send me a picture and sizes?
I have access to sheet metal tools.
By the way. She started again…[Read more]

]]> 46524aedddb0415da010977477194c82 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/3/#post-28483 Fri, 11 May 2018 13:39:25 +0100 Well, I seem to have cracked the starting problem.
When starting from cold. 1/2 choke, flood carb, remove HT lead. Open throttle about1/4.
Turn over Twice. Replace HT lead. And give a hard, fast pull on the upstroke.
Hot starting. 1/4 throttle. Pull over.
I think that using full choke was flooding the cylinder.
On another topic. Can anyone tell…[Read more]

]]> 120a89afcebfb44a36ca6f81a8a1d707 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/3/#post-28358 Mon, 16 Apr 2018 20:57:59 +0100 Thank you for your help and advice.

The float is dented on both ends.
I am ordering a longer needle from Neil.
Apart from that, once I get it started it runs well.
Starting is a pain.

Have fun.

Iain

]]> 25ced679b4ba5face79b8fdbeef2df47 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/3/#post-28345 Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:02:55 +0100 Well. After a very energetic and frustrating afternoon on Friday I went back to basics.
Removed the cylinder head and checked both the valve and spark timing.
The valve timing and clearance were spot on. But the ingnition timing was out a couple of degrees.
Reset the timing and rebuilt the engine.
Today I (very carefully) followed the book…[Read more]

]]> 030c8b25d711deb3e52840ed7062576a Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/3/#post-28337 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 20:38:37 +0100 Well.
The rebuild is complete. But I can’t get the engine to start!
I have checked everything.
Valve timing, spark timing, carburettor, fuel pump. Everything I can think of.
I think I am getting ingnition( the exhaust is getting warm). But It won’t run!
Any help or suggestions!

Thanks

Iain

]]> ba3bc47e123156a80560fe6ea095884c Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5 1950 model wanting to know what is the recomended spark plug in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-1950-model-wanting-to-know-what-is-the-recomended-spark-plug/#post-28127 Sat, 10 Mar 2018 14:49:11 +0000 Champion D16
Available from “the Green Spark Plug Co.”

]]> 7ff4ba5770d7596b58afad83d1519812 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/3/#post-27553 Sun, 31 Dec 2017 13:43:51 +0000 Neil.

If I had known you were getting a large batch made I would not have made my own!
I have a Boxford AUD centre lathe. Not really designed for large batch production.
Do you have access to a Turret Lathe?
Also I opted to weld my spindles, rather than threading the ends and using nuts.
Your prices are very reasonable, I know the labour…[Read more]

]]> 8d23966ba5668e9fa89757d073649db1 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/2/#post-27551 Sun, 31 Dec 2017 11:19:10 +0000 Hi Niel.

Now you tell me!
Just out of interest, what steel did you use?
I went for the EN24 as it is tough and quite wear resistant, though not cheap! £85.00 for 3 Meters.
Thanks for the info on the paint I will visit my local paint shop next week.

All the best for 2018.

Iain

]]> 515b949ef06221fb751eb517e9a899f2 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/2/#post-27549 Sun, 31 Dec 2017 07:40:35 +0000 Time marches on!
Since my last post I have refurbished one set of drive and idle wheels.
Thank god I have a good lathe.
Machining 30 sets of spindles and rollers took a long time.
I used EN24 steel for the rollers and mild steel bright bar for the spindles.
Finished welding last night.
I still have to refurbish the second drive wheel and weld on…[Read more]

]]> 7cfee0c70df25cabc4825ee6eff367a2 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/2/#post-26372 Mon, 28 Aug 2017 16:58:24 +0100 I have found evidence of extensive repairs to the Differential and gearbox.
Perhaps the gears have been replaced in 1955?

]]> 447ca89175a9695b1dd203a695445083 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/2/#post-26370 Mon, 28 Aug 2017 15:59:00 +0100 I have just had a look at the register.
My serial numbers don’t seem to be correct?
Any comments gladly received.

Silverfox.

]]> aeaee983a1eb85182dfec244fb35288f Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/2/#post-26368 Mon, 28 Aug 2017 15:11:52 +0100 Finally, after polishing and acid etching made out the serial number of my MG5.
I can make it 4 numbers, though due to a section of the plate having rusted through 1 may be missing.
I have the following– 7-156.
Also the number 2155 is on the differential gears.
Engine No MGE 6828.
Hope this is correct and helps with the register.

Silverfox.

]]> 788ab000dc594ea59b412aa6d5a2c355 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/2/#post-26368 Mon, 28 Aug 2017 15:11:52 +0100 Finally, after polishing and acid etching made out the serial number of my MG5.
I can make it 4 numbers, though due to a section of the plate having rusted through 1 may be missing.
I have the following– 7-156.
Also the number 2155 is on the differential gears.

Hope this is correct and helps with the register.

Silverfox.

]]> 727c20a928f57935de9a8bbec90acdb9 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/2/#post-25442 Fri, 02 Jun 2017 22:56:50 +0100 Is the SAE50 oil used in the Differintial as well?
Can I use the Same oil as the engine sump?
If so it simplifies things.

]]> 58b1350f5c26565dfc8531e588a21515 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/page/2/#post-25440 Fri, 02 Jun 2017 21:52:18 +0100 My rebuild is progressing nicely. The differential and half shafts are fitted along with the brake drums and bands.
Can anyone advise of the correct oil for the dif and the gearbox?

]]> 1e1ed0ca647dbe15bf93f5a0716fa9c7 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/#post-24899 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 10:29:24 +0100 Hello again.

The offer of a pair of driving wheels is very good of you. It is certainly the quickest option.
Where are you located, I seem to remember somewhere in the border States?
I am going to be down near Dumfries on Saturday, are you near there?
Regards.

Silverfox

]]> 4a61b613e780922caea0bae4f734e522 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/#post-24896 Tue, 04 Apr 2017 17:24:09 +0100 God bless “spell check” the above was supposed to read—-
The rollers are VERY loose on the spindles, hard to measure the bores, but I think about3/16 to 1/4 ” clearance.

]]> 7918e9e8bf34b599bf7b97ed7130d0db Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/#post-24894 Tue, 04 Apr 2017 16:03:03 +0100 My drive Wheels have the semi-circular reinforcements fitted.
The rollers average about 0.950″OD and the spindles about 0.560″OD.
The Olen’s are VERY loose on the spindles, hard to ensure the bore, but I think about 3/16 to1/4″ clearance.

]]> f9ea6f9344c10d2c2807c818b54c7725 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/#post-24890 Tue, 04 Apr 2017 07:05:34 +0100 Gosh, it’s been Four months since I last posted.
A lot has happened to my MG5 since then.
The track support rollers have been overhauled (I used hard chromed hydraulic ram steel for the spindles and Sintered bronze bushes)
All the sub assemblies have been overhauled and now I am looking at the track drive and idle rollers.
Can anyone tel me the…[Read more]

]]> eda34904be7cf71393a84efcdeb7e7f8 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/#post-22963 Wed, 09 Nov 2016 16:45:49 +0000 Yes, I have priced new gears, but funds are limited and I have already spent far more than my wife is happy with!

]]> 1575dcf9c1356a4268bbff65cb9591db Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/#post-22959 Wed, 09 Nov 2016 10:49:25 +0000 I think I will have to find a doner unit.
Hopefully in better condition.
As I have already overhauled the Engine and gearbox I don’t feel I can abandon this now.
On a brighter note, the differential gearbox and the steering breaks don’t appear to be in to bad condition.
I live in hope!

]]> dcc0b863ab423c4be54aebd871386ca4 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/#post-22955 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 22:51:16 +0000 Thanks for the help.

The frame is now off, the track support rollers removed and the final drive gearbox and drive hub stripped.
Mmmm! I have a lot of work and expense ahead.
I don’t think any oil or grease has been used in the last 20 years.
I am going to have to rethink this project.

Silverfox

]]> 4768c32980635a723d7960cf83f35219 Silverfoxfintry started the topic MG5. Track outer frame removal. in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mg5-track-outer-frame-removal/ Wed, 02 Nov 2016 20:52:08 +0000 The overhaul of my MG5 is continuing.
I have removed the tracks and track support rollers.
I am now trying to remove the Track outer frames.
Can anyone advise the best way to do this?
They seem to be very tight on the supports.

Thanks.

Silverfox

]]> d2cae11c8f2d15795a08cb9dfbb65da9 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic Rescued Ransome MG5? in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rescued-ransome-mg5/page/3/#post-20337 Sat, 26 Mar 2016 08:14:44 +0000 Things are progressing well. I have decided to replace the bevel pinion shaft, bearings and the two smaller gears in the reduction gearbox.( thanks to Neil)
When setting up the Preload of the Timpken bearings I encountered a problem.
Can anyone advise me of the correct setting for these bearings?
The old bearings were quite worn and the nuts and…[Read more]

]]> e331ab423d0b630438d05957c87c7518 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic Rescued Ransome MG5? in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rescued-ransome-mg5/page/3/#post-20226 Sat, 12 Mar 2016 07:37:59 +0000 Well, after a lot of swearing, use of Fox wedges and pry bars, I have managed to remove the PTO dog clutch cover. Then all the balls fell out of the bearing!
Mmmm. Well it needed replacing anyway.
Just need to pull the dog from the shaft now.
Next I have to remove the bolts securing the gearbox to the differential casing?
Any help/advice on…[Read more]

]]> e0f346d223a62397d80b9718e543fb75 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic Rescued Ransome MG5? in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rescued-ransome-mg5/page/3/#post-20213 Thu, 10 Mar 2016 15:07:09 +0000 Hello Dave.

Thanks for your kind offer, but, I have a copy of the spare parts manual.
The drawings don’t really give much information on stripping sequence.
I will have another try tonight.

Regards

Silverfoxfintry

]]> 89ab5e1c99a7f81ca65b85f1499bd5f0 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic Rescued Ransome MG5? in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rescued-ransome-mg5/page/2/#post-20210 Thu, 10 Mar 2016 09:46:59 +0000 Good morning all.

Well, the engine is complete. Only the cowling requires sandblasting and painting.
I am now starting to investigate to reduction and differential gearboxes.
However. The cover on the reduction gearbox is reluctant to come off.
Can anyone advise me of the stripping sequence for the gearboxes?
At first glance everything looks in…[Read more]

]]> ea916b5af7e65494899cd1c6860ac809 Silverfoxfintry replied to the topic Rescued Ransome MG5? in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/rescued-ransome-mg5/page/2/#post-15558 Mon, 21 Dec 2015 17:12:44 +0000 Well, the rebuild has started.
I bored out the main bearing on a milling machine.
Allowed 0.002″ clearance.
Can anyone advise on the end float on the crank shaft?
I have 0.005″ but I think this may be a bit tight.
Thanks

SILVERFOX

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