Alan

Sorry for not posting anything lately. As some will already know, and for those that don't, it was decided to dispose of friend Johns collection as various job lots. In view of his health, which appears to be going downhill rapidly and his desire to sell up and move to a much smaller property as quickly as possible, we thought this was the best and quickest way to go. A lot of the collection has gone already, with more spoken for. Many thanks to the various buyers. Some may be disappointed at not seeing what was for sale, but after dragging out from the various hiding places, it was found that most of the Bolens and Wheelhorses were in VERY poor condition. Although they were covered up years ago, time and the weather, plus brambles and other vegetation had come off best. There is still a lot of stuff to go yet, some of which may find it's way on here, if appropriate. Still sorting and clearing out. Can't believe how much John has collected over the years. Not just tractors and related garden machinery, but his Morris Marina cars. He has a few in almost as new, low mileage condition. Not everyone's favourite car, but John LOVED them. Again, sorry that some members may be disappointed, but acting in Johns best interest. Regards, Alan.

Hi, Andrew. PM sent.

Nice set of pics Charlie.

Looks good Charlie. Brought back to life.

The one with the blue paint. Unless Chris paints them both red.

They look much better already.

Plough provisionally sold.

Will have a look on my next visit.

Just as well someone knows.

This plough now sold. Thanks Norm. Will PM you.

All part of the Bolens Stash which belong to my friend John. Or should it be under the circumstances. This plough now sold to Mr Showman pending the usual. Thanks Chris.

The last one for now. Walk behind attachment. ? Make not known. For restoration. £50. Located near Cranleigh, Surrey.

Another one for restoration. Again, make not known. Attachment for walk behind. ? £50. Located near Cranleigh, Surrey.

Another plough of unknown make. Again, in need of restoration. £50. Located near Cranleigh, Surrey.

Not sure what make this is, or fits, but possibly to attach to a walk behind machine. Needs rebuilding. £ 55. Located near Cranleigh, Surrey.

Not sure what make this is, or fits, but possibly to attach to a walk behind machine. £ 65. Located near Cranleigh, Surrey.

The casing is approx 40 inches wide. Will not turn. Drive shaft keyway worn. 1 of the adjustable height skids is missing ( might be hiding somewhere ) and a few dings. Apart from that appears to be solid but in need of a re build. £80. Located near Craneigh, Surrey.

The 3rd Bolens Rotovator. Fair condition. Not seized. Tines at one end loose on shaft. £100 Located near Cranleigh, Surrey.

Thanks Chris. That was quick. I'll pop it in a jiffy bag and post tomorrow.

One of these with the Bolens stash. Had it running about 2 years ago, but belts slipping. Not sure what engine. Exhaust and air cleaner removed for replacement when pics taken.

Another Rotovator from the stash. Fair condition. With prop shaft. Asking £100. Located near Cranleigh, Surrey.

Yes, Years of collecting. Friend John had big plans to bring a lot of the tractors etc back to life after he retired 10 years ago. Sadly, this did not happen due to various reasons, and is now a forgotten dream. Apart from the Bolens, there is most of a Uni Horse, which had already been dismantled when John bought it. A Cub Cadet 81 in almost running order. 3 rough Westwoods. 2 Murray's. Wheel Horse's C-145 and B-1136 plus 6 other Horses. Of the 6 most are only fit for spares. Hope this helps. Alan.

No, Sorry. Was informed it was Bolens, so listed as such. Thanks, Alan.

Approx 40 inches wide. Good condition. Asking £100. Located near Cranleigh, Surrey.

Sorry to keep you all waiting. The first of the stash has just been posted in the FOR SALE section. More to follow over the weekend. Thanks again to Nigel and Ian for the help and guidance in identifying a lot of the stash. As they suggested, I am listing some of the attachments first, followed by a few of the better condition tractors, although the listings could be mixed due to circumstances. As some may already know, these items belong to an old friend who is in very poor health, and is having to dispose of his collection. He is sorry to have to part with years of collecting but needs to downsize to a much smaller property. He lives near Cranleigh, Surrey for those who will be wondering. A lot of the collection is dry stored but some, which was stored outside under covers has suffered from the weather, the covers having rotted away over the years and with everything being covered in brambles. Still in the process of digging out which is a slow job as I can normally only get over to my friends place once a week, and he is not always in a fit state to help. Any questions please ask. I will try to answer to the best of my knowledge. Alan.