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After buying this mower in September last year I finally collected it today after a mate in American boxed it up for me with a load of parts for my Lawnboy Hobby Gardner rotavator and few other bits. This will keep me buy for the next few weeks.

Although I usually avoid cutting them until June, it looks like the better way to deal with them up there Norm. Very nice attachment to own . As for the face fungus, I joined the club last August when I became .............. a Pensioner . Wonder if they were Closed toed shoes when he started?.

Uncovered one of these Chainsaws recently Not an old large rare one, but nevertheless a small example that represents a 'Milestone' in the Company's history. I'll just put a link here to the Company History in pdf form if anyone wants to download a copy- http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&uact=8&sqi=2&ved=0CDoQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.owneriq.net%2Fc%2Fc9a0b982-4173-44b8-9483-43ff46d59882.pdf&ei=arcZU-2-Be_e7AaCt4H4Bg&usg=AFQjCNEFdlrGFqvvCi8YJp_XZAHMl7-BCQ I'll tack a few pics of my example onto this thread later, as I'm still cleaning it up and sourcing parts like fuel line/Filters etc. I also put this up on here to see if anyone has any examples still around in use. I know there are a few collectors in the U.S.

In the 60's every time a Ford went by the house the TV would get fuzzy.

Tonight I decided to discomboomerate the dead daffodils on the green. So out with the C-81 and finger bar.

Yep!, Magnesium it is. Don't wish to deviate too much from your original Topic, the spike is shown (numbered 53) on the IPL, but no reference in the parts list with a part # - I think to keep it all tidy, I could add the Parts List to the old original Topic I started on the Chainsaw in 2014 -LINK- along with the spike. Unsure about resurrecting old Topics. Regards

Big red van. He hasn't got any now. He recently sold those he had.

The 71 Beaird Poulan should be a magnesium case. I have never seen a Felling Spike on that saw (later sold under Craftsman and Husqvarna brand names), as it would seem to be akin to a class 3 trailer hitch on a Vespa, lol

Nice collection Alain. If I may, a question or two. Do you store them with fuel in, or drained ?. I tend to drain mine and run to dry, as there is a tendency for the original Fuel Cap (Plastic male screw in type) has a tendency to expand. It may be because I use Aspen4 for mixing the Fuel/Oil, which is very pure. I will eventually get around to making a new one (discontinued) out of Brass or Alloy once I identify the Thread form. Regards.

Nice work on the repair George, sorry, Alain . Yeah, I would also have less trouble with names if they were replaced with numbers . I must get around to fabricating a 'Felling Spike' for my tiny '71' Beaird-Poulan XXV, now I have the Parts List illustration, as I need it for some cutting soon (optional extra then). The one on your Red Homelite 2000 auto looks meaty !.

Yep!, if it's recommended, then probably the best way to go. I don't know how old your machine/engine is, but B&S quoted the use of both types Res/non Resistor type Plugs, depending on application. This is according to the 1981 version of the workshop Manual. Modern engine versions in various categories are a different story (Vehicle, Non road, handheld etc), so it's good to see you checked the requirement and asked the question. Yep! Legislation has a lot to do with it and interference is another word for Ignition Noise. Many of us can remember the interference on our old 405 line Tellys when an Un-suppressed car went past the house!. At the end of the day, manufacturers specify a particular type and we ignore this at our own (possible) cost. We have to choose who we want to believe, either modern Vehicle engine manufacturers, or Spark Plug manufacturers as to what the (possible) causes of performance issues are from incorrect application- -NGK- Kohler Manual also specified Non and Resistor types (as at revision 1992), but also quoted 'RH' for all (then current) models, which may well be as a result of legislation.

I'd be interested in knowing who the contact in Shropshire is?

Fantastic looking work. I cringe whenever I see one of those carbs though, they used to fit them to wacker bh23 breakers and caused nothing but trouble, apparently the tooling is worn out. All most every machine has to have a walbro conversion kit to get it to run tidy, hopefully being an older one on yours means it should run ok.

Thanks Matt, I had to address the Flywheel issue on this due to the fact that this Chainsaw has none of the modern Comforts and Protection. It has no Anti-vibration system, so I wanted to keep it to a minimum, stop my teeth chattering and keep the 'Feeling' in my hands/arms ! . Had a bit of a delay in firing this up. Decided I should give the tiny Carb an overhaul as it uses Flap Valve diaphragms and a vacuum pump, even though it was very very clean inside. New OEM Tillotson Service Kit on way from U.S. , so I know it is all good as new. should be here in a few days. Carb ready to re-assemble - Also now (finally) found and ordered a Clutch Sprocket today (from Canada) that will take the later (more common) 3/8" pitch Chain and still use the original Clutch parts. I have the new 14" bar ready. It was a bit of a challenge to locate the Spocket, as I have no IPL or Manual yet for this Model, but there are lots for the later different models and several differences in dimensions of parts used. It means I can use the Saw and conserve the original 1/4" Pitch Chain and Bar.

Fuel tubing and filter arrived and now fitted. Sorted the Flywheel Balance issue out by making a brass boss with the same taper. push fit on a 3/16" dia Silver Steel rod. With the Flywheel fitted on the Rod, it can be placed on two 3/8" dia rods resting on Vee Blocks- Sure enough, it showed out of balance with the broken fan blade. Progressively added weight until balanced, then weighed the required additional weight....just under 1 gram. Fortunately, I found a 2 BA screw would fit in an existing hole near the broken fin it was also near tapping as well. Screwed in tight, but some Loctite was added to be sure A few minute adjustments and it's pretty well balanced now, so all bolted back on. Have a really strong spark at the Plug with very little pulling effort. Should be running next week.

Flywheel came off the Tapered shaft end with ease and the Magnets still powerful, revealing the Points/Condenser and manual Oil Pump. All cleaned up, re-set and all still serviceable - The Flywheel will be checked for balance and adjusted if necessary, rather than source a spare from the U.S. The Fuel Line etc is ordered from U.S. by part number as it needs to be the correct outside diameter. Plan to make and fit a Felling Spike, I feel more comfortable with one on Chainsaws.

Here's a few pics of this dinky little Chainsaw now that I've cleaned it up a little. No frills or safety features here. 'Hand Protection Plate' and 'Felling Spike' were an Optional Extra in those days. This is the Model 25 or XXV. Confirmed date is 1971 from the Date Stamp on the Tillotson Carb and the Muffler style (if it can be called that). Introduced as an Anniversary Model in 1971 (25years) by Beaird- Poulan and features all metal fabrication (diecast). Manual Oil feed and 14" Bar. Only problem I have to sort is that a Fin is missing on the Flywheel. Fuel tubing and filter to replace. Original Saw Chain and Bar are virtually unworn, so will be re-used. Runs on 16-1 ratio. Have plenty of use for it this year. I Think the Colour Scheme was designed to prevent people using it with a Hangover