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Wrigley 101

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    wrigley-101 replied to the topic Registering a vintage Wrigley Autotruck as a Tractor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 9 months ago

    Hi
    If you look under my other post Wrigley autotruck with Villiers Mk25 engine there are some pictures.

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    wrigley-101 replied to the topic Wrigley Autotruck with early Villiers Mk25 engine decompressor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 9 months ago

    Hi Any idea of where the chassis number might be on a Wrigley. Thanks

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    wrigley-101 started the topic Registering a vintage Wrigley Autotruck as a Tractor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 9 months ago

    Hi
    I have received lots of information about Identifying my recently purchased Wrigley autotruck – Thanks to members.
    I now wish to register the Wrigley for road use. I understand that it can be registered as a vintage Tractor ( No MOT or Tax ) through the DVLA. I do however have to fill in a NOVA form for the HMRC before proceeding with this.…[Read more]

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    wrigley-101 replied to the topic Wrigley Autotruck with early Villiers Mk25 engine decompressor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 9 months ago

    One other thing-
    The flywheel outer rim has a long string of numbers/ letters on it . The last two are the date.
    This is a 1954 model. I think that sounds right?
    Cheers

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    wrigley-101 replied to the topic Wrigley Autotruck with early Villiers Mk25 engine decompressor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 9 months ago

    Thanks for the info Andy.
    I suspected it was a MK25
    Apparently this one was supposedly used on the Railways to transport luggage?
    Steve

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    wrigley-101 replied to the topic Wrigley Autotruck with early Villiers Mk25 engine decompressor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 9 months ago

    Hi Again
    I have attached some close ups of the engine. The only ID mark I can make out on the engine is AM189 and Villiers made in England. The engine is approx 15 inches high from sump to top of the head. The head size is 5 inches x 6 inches square with a barrel depth of approx 4.5 inches – what engine is this and what is its ccs ( Mk25 ??) I…[Read more]

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    wrigley-101 replied to the topic Wrigley Autotruck with early Villiers Mk25 engine decompressor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 9 months ago

    Thanks for the info Guys.
    I have freed off the decompressor valve I can now operate it temporarily by pushing it down with a screw driver ? The engine starts easily. Does anybody know the age of this engine and consequently the age of the Wrigley it is attached too. I am still not 100% sure its a MK25 ? is it a Mk 40 – I dont know? It doesnt have…[Read more]

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    wrigley-101 started the topic Wrigley Autotruck with early Villiers Mk25 engine decompressor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 10 months ago

    Hi
    I have an early Wrigley Auto Truck with what I think is a Villiers MK25 engine. This engine runs although it is in need of a major service. It has a decompressor in its head – currently this is not working ( seized ) as well It doesn’t have a cable or lever. The lever will not turn the engine over currently – serious clutch slip I need advice…[Read more]

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    wrigley-101 started the topic Wrigley Autotruck with early Villiers Mk25 engine decompressor in the forum Ride-on machines 3 years, 10 months ago

    Hi
    I have an early Wrigley Auto Truck with what I think is a Villiers MK25 engine. This engine runs although it is in need of a major service. It has a decompressor in its head – currently this is not working ( seized ) as well It doesn’t have a cable or lever. The lever will not turn the engine over currently – serious clutch slip I need advice…[Read more]

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