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Iain, Have you got any further with your investigation of ultra sonic cleaners? Cheers

Unbelievably, there was a complete but non running Bolens Estate Keeper on the Bay a few days ago and was promptly snapped up. It was sold for £150. I narrowly missed out by a few seconds. It was in Taunton, Somerset....... Great looking photos OB of your EK.

I have not yet had a chance to collect my latest Bolens due to my illness over the Christmas Period but hope to get it organised shortly. In the meantime I taken some photographs of my Bolens catalogue showing examples of a Lawn Keeper plus some details. I watched several videos on these models and the articulation on these are incredible. .

Here's a photo of a Howard Bolens 1886, it's a beast of a garden tractor.

Sometime I wish I never came across this forum or the the ones in the States! Actually, it's a very interesting magazine and a lot of the owners have large gardens with storage to boot; the joys of living in a vast continent compared to us Brits living in confined spaces..... Cheers Andrew

OB, Iain and Chris, I had a look at my Bolens brochures collection and I have several Howard Bolens brochures showing TF and several LF namely 1477 and 1886 models from the late 60s to the 70s. I will be adding to my collection as when they come available. If I come across anything on the HT models I will let you know. Sorry I can't be of help. There's a great photo of a 1886 in action in the Howard Bolens brochure at might be of interest to Chris? Andrew

Have a look at the recycling section near the bottom of the page. Also introduce yourself as well in the intro section. Cheers.

Thanks Paul. There was a restored one in Somerset and the guy was looking for £1500 for it even though there was some detailing to do to It but it did look good but over my budget.

James, look forward to seeing this in action on your Å´heel Horse when you get it set up.

Hello Jack, welcome to MOM from Devon. You're in the right place for advice and you will get a lot of help from the Wheel Horse lads. Good luck with your quest.

Lovely collection of both WH and the CC. All you need now is a Bolens to enhance your collection..... I need bought one last year in Dorset but it needed a lot of work and I must get my Bolens 1254 running as well as the Bolens Lawn Keeper when I collect it next week. How much do these CC go for?

I am rather taken by International Cub Cadets and like the Bolens, they appear to have a good assortment of practical implements. I nearly bought a brand new Cub cadet last year for a possible contract. I was impressed with the range and the competitive prices aimed at contractors. Anyway, it is a good read.

Attachments for bolens are rare in the uk, most are in Iain or Andrews sheds I think Iain's is well ahead of the game! Frustratingly, most of the tractors and attachments are up country.

You have a great collection OB! I would love to hear more about your collection including your attachments. I console myself with having a good collection of genuine Bolens brochures including the attachments. Mind you, I do have that Howard Bolens rear PTO driven cylinder mower! I agree with Iain's comments about having more info regarding Bolens as they are rather thin on the ground here. Thanks Andrew

Paul, I think you're going to like this one! Here's a clue. Yellow Fever. Andrew

How many Bolens do you have in your collection. I have seen some of your posts on GTTalk. I agree with Chris, this have whetted my appetite for more Bolens!

Yes both arrived this morning under separate cover! I contacted the editor to correct my address which is in hand and should be sorted for the next issue.

I just received my magazines from L&GT this morning. I read Paul's article about Newby Hall in Nov/ Dec issue and will have a read later on the Jan/ Feb issue. Really well written with some great photos. I would heartily recommend subscribing to this magazine to further your knowledge and I am sure those who have subscribed to this over the years will feel the same

Mark, you could ask the company to give you a free kit for the use of your videos/ photos? It's good that your work on your WH is appreciated.

Yes Saxon Trailers are very good. I used one towed by a Kubota garden tractor (can't remember the tractor model but it was made in the 80s and was one of the small ones) through the formal garden at a NT property. that the gravel paths were hedged on either sides with box.

I got a Sealey 50 l air compressor which is suitable for my needs. What's importance is to buy a quality air line and attachments. Also drain the tank after each use to reduce condensation inside the tank.

I love Landys myself but now got a Toyota HIlux MK4 single cab for my business. For comfort, I would go for Hilux myself but for serious off-roading a Land Rover is the DB.

Is that on the back of your Gutbrod tractor?

Happy New Year to everyone on the forum. I hope 2015 will be as good as 2014. All the best Andrew

Daniel, I have seen your handiwork on your cars and your detailing is superb. I look forward to see more of your panels being created. Nice work yet again. Andrew