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A few photo's of a local show today.

Went for a visit on saturday. Didnt take any pics, but this is what I got. Hope you enjoy!

Got a new toy! its a WW2 military compressor with a Briggs model N engine. we allready had it running after some fresh gas/petrol. not more than a few seconds but it ran. and here's some pictures

Thanks guys for all your kind words, we're both very grateful

Yesterday I attended Harthill Carnival, on the Derbyshire/South Yorkshire border, as a stationary engine exhibitor and walking around noticed a few implement's on show plus some tractors that may be of interest. A nice sunny day and well attended as usual, the second year that I have exhibited there and both times the weather has been warm and dry, must be my influence! Pete. Anyway, a few pics!

I wouldn't want to be down wind if the in built clench control system fails.......

Hi all Started on the front garden The cassie setts that were used for an edger were put in the wrong way so I decided to sort them out hope you like Kara sitting in the back garden saying leave me alone

Yes, I do like them Ian. I've always loved engines Ian, and thy're always my favorite part of any restoration project, whether its my Wheel Horse's, Case, or even my work truck. So, it just made sense to me to start doing just engines. That way, I'm always working on my favorite part of the restoration! That, and these old engine don't empty my wallet as quickly as some projects. Matt

After a good turnout at Newby Hall we have been rewarded with a good article on the UK wheel horse round up in this months T&M. A good set of pictures and we have our names in print

Oh good that is one less headache

The cranks on these kick start engines don't have a keyway Koen. They just have a hole drilled in them for the pulley set screw. Here is a picture of mine. Matt

Thanks Matt, found out that putting briggs part numbers through eBay gives you all ya need one thing i'm almost certain of is that i'll be searching for a new crank. I dont think the keyway should be gone, or rather filled up with werd by the looks of it

That is awesome Koen, and I'm jealous! Parts for the Model N are still fairly easy to find if you need them. There is one thing you will need to take care of before running it for extended periods of time. Its missing the shield that wraps around the cylinder to circulate air all the way around for cooling. I like the early models like that one, as they use an oil pump instead of a dipper on the rod. I have a very similar engine to that one, except yours is a couple years older. Here is a pic of mine. Look forward to updates! Matt The last couple pics are of an original one, and it belongs to a friend of mine (Den).

I'm the other way Matt, I like bolting engine into things but I don't like working on engines.

Near Winterborne, Kingston and dates as early as 100-200BC http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-dorset-33492125 If I win the lottery I am moving to Europe (with my tractors) and to work on Archaeology digs around the continent.

Sometimes doing your best for a loved one hurts the most, whether it be children, parents, or pets. You did the right thing Chris, and know each and every friend here is there with you and Pam to help you endure your loss. Ginger Tom had a great life and made great times for a human family, a pet can do no better, he has moved on and in time your pain will turn to so many fond memories he gave. Alain

ian when are you fitting the roll cage and parachute brake , looks good, it has come a long way

Nice sunny day so i did a bit in the garden and made the disc harrow more Wheelhorse friendly

It looks like your in a parade running for Parliament, lol

what were you smoking! or was someone tickling you all the way...

First layer of top coat went on today. Mostly black so its going to look stealthy, haha