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Hi
From our archives it shows that John Harston Ltd, was the sole importer of the Pacemaker from 1970.
The first adverts were placed in the Hardware Journal for that year,and there was 6 models available, all the engines were Aspera,and were also backed by Aspera agents all over the country.
John Harston Ltd was at Trowse,Norwich, and 20 Golden Ball Street,Norwich.
We happen to have a mint full line brochure for 1970 in our archives
Hope this helps
Archivist
The Hall & Duck Trust

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Hi Wristpin.

I contacted the DVSA to check about type approval and they confirmed what I thought, that it does not need type approval. So that’s a major pain in the neck avoided.

I went through the form V55/5 which deals with registering an old vehicle.

Lots and lots of information I couldn’t provide as there is no paperwork for the tractor. But I put together the worlds supply of supporting documents and photos that I hope might help the DVLA to give me a V5.

The biggest sticking point is the age of the vehicle, but apparently in that circumstance they can always issue a Q plate.

I’m pretty sure that the vehicle does not need an MOT or road tax. So it’s just a V5 so I can insure it.

A y thoughts appreciated

Mick

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Yes, it is possible / necessary to register grass cutting equipment for use on the public roads. I quite often used to buy ex council triples , walk behind reel cutters and even the odd Westwood bearing registration plates and even “ exempt tax discs”
What may be difficult is establishing its status – new machines being first registered come with the appropriate paperwork.
First stop, the DVLA.

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I have a wheelhorse C-125 tractor which I want to use on public land and cross over roads to access that land.

Does anyone have any view on the possibility of registering the vehicle with the DVLA?

I dont need folk to say just wing it or plead ignorance of you’re stopped. I want to do things properly as I will be working on a project which would be adversely affected by trying to fly under the radar.

Anyone have any experience of registering a vehicle, or of the law relating to tractor use on the road? I’ve read quite a lot on the subject but wanted to hear peoples experiences.

Best regards Mick

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Hi all.

Fir some reason no text appeared when I posted this thread, I will re write it.

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Come on, play fair, at least post an image !!
May be an Anzani, may be a Simplicity, may be………. !

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Hi Alan it’s a ro ho I had mine stolen hope this helps

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what no picture to cheer us up ? Dave

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Try Jon Cruse at the Hailsham Mower Centre. If he’s not got one he will make one to pattern.

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I found the Noch one too – which club member does the driver most look like?

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Thanks again..

One last thing before I invest in the Seals – Are they easy to fit ?. Can I remove the rotors and get to the seals from the outside or do I have to take everything apart and replace them from the inside.

Thanks & Regards
John

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Morning all
I have just joined vhgmc….
I have owned a Gardenmaster 80 for 15 years, and always managed to keep it going (More easily after fitting a fuel filter to catch the rust from the tank!). It has a JAP engine.

This year I cant get a spark. Points in good nick, plug (although unlikely) changed, awaiting a condenser in the post. However, the LT winding (connected to the condenser) of the ignition coil/magneto shorts to earth. I imagine there should be several ohms resistance?

So could anyone help me, please, with:
– what should the resistance be?
– If necessary, where could I get a replacement coil/ is it possible to repair?
– Approximate static ignition timing and points gap (Flywheel has no key way)
– Is this a JAP 80 engine?
– Would someone be able to give me access to a manual/ parts list? (I would be fascinated to find out more about this machine, as I have been making it up as I go along!)

Many thanks in anticipation!
Guy

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Probably best to mask them up and paint around them but you may be able to shift them after warming with a hot air gun.

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Hello,

After looking through this thread I think I know what this is now but can anyone give me more information on this old 1970’s flymo GLE? And how do I remove the rubber handles without damaging them as I want to repaint the handle.

Regards

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Thanks this is a real help.
I take it that a bullfinch is the same as a 200 so the seals are the ones that cost £ 16.50 each.
Brilliant website and forum
Thanks again

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