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Thanks again Angus, I’ll definitely clean it out. The only reason I was going for 20/50 is that it’s on the sticker on the side! Hopefully the “old man” will have some suitable for it!!

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If I’ve done it right, I’ve added Jr’s video.

Thanks dad, works a treat!

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That is a massive help, thank you for that Angus. I checked the oil this morning and it does seem very thin (and clean) so I’m going to change it at somepoint soon with the 20/50 it should have and see if the smoking improves….

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Thanks for looking, I don’t suppose anyone has any information on the villiers engine fitted to this? It looks like I could do with some rebuild parts if I can find them to stop it smoking

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action and a great back drop Nigel. made a great job of the restoration, and have you any implements yet to give it some work ?

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Yes Rob the belt is like you say,limited to the available length. Now a video is in the pipeline and i would like it to be taken at Newby Hall Nr Ripon. As this year they are organising Tractor Fest and also a gathering of Lister Engines. Hopes are high and interest is global so if a 1000 turn up I want to be one of the many.Not sure whether you have been to this gathering in N.Yorks but its one BIG venue in the grounds of a large estate.

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It runs! And better than that, it cuts grass…. And smokes! I still would like more info on it if anyone can help? I had a look at the old lawnmower club website and as far as I can see you have to be a member to use the forum, I know it’s a little cheeky but, I don’t suppose anyone is a member on here are they?

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good news Owen a job well executed.

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A nice find John. I worked for Drake & Fletcher on 3 occasions. From 1985-mid89, 1990-1998 and 2000 until 2009. The rear wheels look as though they are not original. It would have had rear skids fitted from new. I am still in contact with the former Managing and Deputy Managing Directors of Drake & Fletcher.

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It is a bit difficult to make out the wooden chaincase but it is a nice job .
Thanks Charlie for sorting out pictures .

Swampy .

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Thats not the same Nigel I spoke to the other day!!

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I checked round the engines and couldn’t find a number, there are 4 holes in the cowling which looks like where a plate could be but seems they havnt been numbered from new. It seems unusual to have a separate oil tank, an early version of autolube, and a mix tap where the oil and petrol mix before the carb, so this may be a clue as to what they are off.

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i made the front carrier from some old webb mower handlebars

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Been busy then Alan. gardening will be a walk in the park now,just need the oil can around those that need it. Great purchase. Oh by the way what size are you using to get these large sizes ?

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Onward and upward is this projects motto,things are taking shape. Grafics have arrived from Titch and the belt has been cut to size and fitted. Just been giving the outfit a test run with substitute cotton cake,and we are up and running. This project has taken some time but when you are in untrained situations the road is long. a few photos as always and thanks to all who have contributed. HAPPY SHOWING IN 2014

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