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Small update and brief in content. Finally got some time on the machines and started making parts for the Pull Start. The original layout shown here in the Parts Manual, along with the Modified and welded up parts. All beyond saving/using- Not possible to reproduce parts to original spec exactly, as the Flywheel retaining Nut has been extended, which I find convenient, so I've made parts to accommodate that and so will be a one piece item when ready to fit (there is another Hexagonal bore behind the Rope-Pull Plate centre boss shown on the right in the pic) - Hoping for an opportunity to do more on this project soon.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-32427078

Quite a silly build.. But that's what I like about it Built by the same people who built the motorized wheel barrow

Long time since I visited the forum (last year!!). Hope all are ok etc. I'm adapting to a few shortfalls in physical health (thanks Ian/Norm for your concern). Still looking forward to the chance of spending time down in the Workshop when weather warms up. Have been able to do a few little fiddly bits recently though. Back in Post number #34 on page 2 of this 'Topic', I had a few jobs to finish on the Carb. A new Strangler (choke) Rod has been made up from 1/8" stainless steel and a 'Lift Knob' formed on the top. I also added a fibre washer and spring to prevent vibration wear and seal from dirt etc The 2 Filter Body retaining screws also made.- Made up a new Throttle Cable, turning up some new nipples now that I've fixed the required length and route, the Villiers Throttle Lever also fully refurbed, but had to replace the Chromed Top Screw. Original Cable Ties (2) shown just in top left of next pic will be re used-. Other little tinkering bits I'm managing to do are Fuel Tap(s). The Fuel Tap on this mower is the Lever turn type (bottom in next pic). I thought I'd add a bronze Mesh screen filter (149 microns) like the one I made and fitted to the (1954) Ewarts Tap (right in pic) I'm refurbishing , but may make a 'Drop In' one that sits inside the Tank Filler neck. The other (1964 chrome) Ewarts Tap on the left of pic is finished and from the Seagull Outboard and needed a new Brass Plunger made before fitting a new Cork on it-. Here's hoping we have a good Spring 'n' Summer . Lots to do, Places to go, People to see.

More progress over the weekend... Multigardner 3 has been painted and fitted to the graveyard mower chassis, and a new addition is this mower... although badged as a Norlett it is identical to the Farmfitters Rapier mower that was also offered as an attachment for the Multigardner... I have another use for the B&S engine thats on it so nothing is going to waste...