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Here's my howard hako, a German made machine imported by howard in small numbers to try and fend off the invasion of merry tillers etc. I have now sourced the correct wheels, does anyone have a spare fuel top please?

After waiting for a few weeks for a welder to replace some of the rotten metal in Saturn 2 grass box, I finally got it back. I've had the painting on hold as I wanted to do all the blue in one hit. I made use of the dry afternoon yesterday and here is all the metal work with its shiny new paint on.

I've now collected the engine back from my mate, totally rebuilt, new rings,seals berrings,gaskets,points and crankcase half! Hopefully the restoration shouldn't take long to finish now.

Whilst perusing the autojumble at the Cuckoo Fayre at Laughton today I acquired this ATCO lawn edger for a nominal sum...
 
On the same stall was a hessian sack carrying the advertising of the Country Gentlemans Association (CGA), they used to publish an annual book of equipment of all shapes and size including lots of horticultural machinery... I think these sacks make a good base or backdrop to a display so this one was also purchased
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Oh dear!

Here is a link to the video of the mower running.......
http://youtu.be/Fk2kmgTbUeo

The thin wire goes to a spring loaded tag on the throttle mechanism, the idea being when you shut it down it kills the spark.

Here's some information...
 
 

I've just won this one on the bay of E! At a very reasonable price too. A little drive down to just outside Bridport Dorset to collect tomorrow..... Here are the pictures from the auction site.

Horticultural Ride On
1st    1967 Mayfield Merlin    Jim Wakefield
2nd   1977 Moto Standard     K Hayden
3rd    1964 Gutbrod Superior   C Foster
 
Horticultural Pedestrian
1st    1927  Allen and Simmonds        Jim Wakelfield
2nd   1967  Farmfitters Multigardner   Paul and Wendy Mackellow
3rd    1950's  Allman Rapid Sprayer   Pat Biggs
 
Horticultural Implement
1st   JAP Lawn edger     A&J Richards
2nd  Trusty sawbench   G Ravenhall
3rd   Jalo Garden Hoe   S Woollas

When cleaning up the hard drive on my PC I found this picture taken when I had just finished restoring my howard 200.and also one of the line up I had at much marcle steam rally in 2009.

When cleaning up the hard drive on my PC I found this picture taken when I had just finished restoring my howard 200.and also one of the line up I had at much marcle steam rally in 2009.

When cleaning up the hard drive on my PC I found this picture taken when I had just finished restoring my howard 200.and also one of the line up I had at much marcle steam rally in 2009.

here's the last of the photos

This is one or two photos of my engine that is in my truck it has been restored by my friend Rollo man I am getting on with the frame as I will be showing it this season update you as I go along I hope you like
George S

Very nice find Richard! It looks to be in great shape, and it must have been intended to be around radio equipment, and such for it to have the shielded plug, and wire. Briggs didn't change the design much thru the years, as here is one of mine from 1945. 
 
Matt

So... What you think??

Here are a few pics that i took , 

Here are a few more

Heres a few photos from todays show.
 

cutting the grass!
 


 

Someone sent me this today...

A visit to Tower Bridge Exhibition clearly explains how the Bridge works and describes its fascinating history. The information below provides a backdrop to help make the most of your visit.
The Need for a New BridgeLondon Bridge was originally the only crossing for the Thames. As London grew, so more bridges were added, although these were all built to the west of London Bridge, since the area east of London Bridge had become a busy port. In the 19th century, the East End of London became so densely populated that public need mounted for a new bridge to the east of London Bridge, as journeys for pedestrians and vehicles were being delayed by hours. Finally in 1876, the City of London Corporation, responsible for that part of the Thames, decided the problem could be delayed no longer.
The view today from the high level Walkways has changed dramatically, although there are still signs of the area's amazing history. With the aid of photographs and interactive kiosks, visitors to Tower Bridge Exhibition can gain a greater understanding of how life would have been when the idea of a new bridge was originally conceived.
How a Design was ChosenA huge challenge faced the City of London Corporation - how to build a bridge downstream from London Bridge without disrupting river traffic activities. To generate ideas, the "Special Bridge or Subway Committee" was formed in 1876, and opened the design for the new crossing to public competition.
Over 50 designs were submitted for consideration, some of which are on display at Tower Bridge Exhibition. It wasn't until October 1884 however, that Horace Jones, the City Architect, in collaboration with John Wolfe Barry, offered the chosen design for Tower Bridge as a solution.
The Building of the BridgeIt took 8 years, 5 major contractors and the relentless labour of 432 construction workers to build Tower Bridge.
Two massive piers were sunk into the river bed to support the construction and over 11,000 tons of steel provided the framework for the Towers and Walkways. This framework was clad in Cornish granite and Portland stone to protect the underlying steelwork and to give the Bridge a more pleasing appearance.
To learn more about the building of Tower Bridge, the people involved in its construction and why it was needed, visit The Tower Bridge Exhibition where video screenings explain the entire project, including the difficulties faced.
How it Works - Then and NowWhen it was built, Tower Bridge was the largest and most sophisticated bascule bridge ever completed ("bascule" comes from the French for "see-saw"). These bascules were operated by hydraulics, using steam to power the enormous pumping engines. The energy created was stored in six massive accumulators, as soon as power was required to lift the Bridge, it was always readily available. The accumulators fed the driving engines, which drove the bascules up and down. Despite the complexity of the system, the bascules only took about a minute to raise to their maximum angle of 86 degrees.
Today, the bascules are still operated by hydraulic power, but since 1976 they have been driven by oil and electricity rather than steam. The original pumping engines, accumulators and boilers are now exhibits within the Tower Bridge Exhibition.
Tower Bridge Exhibition - A HistoryIn 1910 the high level Walkways were closed to the public due to lack of use. People arriving on the bridge preferred to wait at street level for it to close rather then heading up the stairs carrying their heavy loads. In 1982, as part of the new Tower Bridge Exhibition, visitors to the bridge could once again enter the walkways, now fully covered, and experience the amazing panoramic views. Although Tower Bridge is now powered by oil and electricity, the original steam engines maintained by a dedicated team of technical officers remain in their original location for all to see. This area is known as the Victorian Engine Rooms, the second section of Tower Bridge Exhibition. Over the past 28 years, the exhibition has been developed to keep pace with modern day needs without losing its Victorian essence. Through interactive kiosks and video walls along with knowledgeable Guides, visitors can learn about key events in the Bridge's history, ranging from Royal visits to dare devil stunts.
Interesting FactsTower Bridge has a fascinating history, which is explored in full in The Tower Bridge Exhibition. Here are a few interesting facts you may not have known:
1910 - the high-level walkways, which were designed so that the public could still cross the bridge when it was raised, were closed down due to lack of use.
1912 - during an emergency, Frank McClean had to fly between the bascules and the high-level walkways in his Short biplane, to avoid an accident.
1952 - a London bus driven by Albert Gunton had to leap from one bascule to the other when the bridge began to rise with the number 78 bus still on it.
1977 - Tower Bridge was painted red, white and blue to celebrate the Queen's Silver Jubilee. (Before that, it was painted a chocolate brown colour).
1982 - Tower Bridge opened to the public for the first time since 1910, with a permanent exhibition inside called The Tower Bridge Experience.

Found this handy little tip on how to build a cheap baking soda air blaster for cleaning carbs or other small objects etc
 
http://www.aircooledtech.com/tools-on-the-cheap/soda_blaster/
 
also watch the the short video demonstration test
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZhBQXm4yBY&feature=player_embedded#t=3

he is one i knocked up last year started out as a mustang chassis