Anglo Traction

Good Tractor and bits haul there Chris, Can't help wondering that as it was April 1st when you posted this, that you were trying to catch us out . Or I'm looking too close for discrepancies. The front left hand (flywheel side) wheel had morphed into a pre '76' version between the pics of it in the Van and on the ground .

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.

Thought you'd find what you needed. Took a while to I.D your model number, but I was surprised to see the availability for just one part number, must be a common missing item. Thanks for the Txt Mssge.

Great pics of the offspring with their Rides. I remember the Bantam project . I bet they are both really happy to have a Dad that can produce these excellent restored machines. Hopefully it will lead them down the same path. Weights are the finishing touch to the appearance and practicality of the Case. Excellent work

Hi Darren, Can't help with the blue, but you can perhaps have a word with Fife Plooman on here, he had a 4hp HS Briggs painted up for one of his machines. He posted images on another Forum section here. Nice project by the way. Edit:- here is a link to one of several - http://myoldmachine.com/topic/618-merry-tiller-truck-ready-for-the-rallies/ 2nd Edit- or try this - http://www.stationaryengineparts.com/BS4800-10-B-15-Creamy-white-Ivory-Gardenia.html

Looking real good Neil. Maybe you should've built an Ark/Barn on a pontoon base, it would then rise with any flooding. Lets hope it always stays dry in there now. Shame your a long way away, we've just repaired/re-roofed some of the outbuildings in Billingshurst and have over 650 Keymer Victorian wavy Roof tiles. Probably be going to an Architectural Reclamation Yard for a fee.

Beautiful images Mark. Spring, My favourite time of the year. I see this image every time I've looked out of one of my Easterly facing windows for the last 5 days -

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.

Ok Neil, I'll bear you in mind after I've given it a good workout. I know what you mean Ian. I've used them a lot over the last 10 years now, both Felling and Canopy trimming. If you treat them with respect and have your wits about you (and others), they won't bite Going to fit a modern Bar that has a Sprocket end in it, as it runs better with less friction. The original is just a plain bar. Parts should arrive next week.

I remember that place when it was Hazeldens Nurseries back in the 60-70s. All changed now. Nice Garden Centre though. Should have a good day for it.

Been snowing down in Billingshurst in Sussex !!...........actually it's the Blossom Petals falling off the Cherry Plum Trees- They have been full of pollenating insects for the last week, so there will be a good crop this year.

Can make some real big Castles with that

Good news Matt !, so it may be running soon...................... Wanna see those Tickets burned off the Muffler

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.

Well, what can you say! . A 4 week refurb and it turns out like some people's full Restoration job over many months . A serious tough looking Tractor Matt. Super job, just need a Vid now of that beast moving around in the Texas Sunshine. Thanks for sharing your progress through to completion.

The main body is only 11"x 7" and weighs only 8 1/2lbs Neil. It was sold with either a 12" or 14" Bar. There is a handy Canadian Collectors Website that has just about every Chainsaw Manufacturer and model listed, which has a vast amount of info on each one. Although the data held on my Saw has a few inaccuracies, so I will advise them so it can be amended. Here is a Link- http://www.acresinternet.com/cscc.nsf/673d78ec01557aea88256b00005457e6/d8d083a8d741e3db88256c9b00780d89?OpenDocument

I'll keep an eye out for one Matt. I see you have a lot of rain forecast for your part of Texas on Sunday!. Hope it doesn't hold up your progress on the Case

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

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.

As no-one has responded yet, I'll offer you the link to Parts Manual and IPL . You need to log on to Briggs and Strattan.com and enter your Numbers in the relevant boxes. Modify your numbers like so- 080302 - 0154 - 99. this is so the site software can recognise old numbers and group several versions into one manual. http://www.briggsandstratton.com/eu/en/support/manuals/engine Hope this helps.

You've done it again Matt!, caught me out and posted a pic of one of your 'Works of Art'............I didn't have a Drool Cloth over the Keyboard . Can't quite see on yours, but is there a 'Kill Button' poking out of the side?. I have a small sprung Rod that kills the engine. I picked the Genset up yesterday, it's on the Van at the moment and hope to unload it later.

Good thing is, having confirmed the age, all the parts I will need to service and get the Engine running are still available. Even the Points/Condenser Kit is the same as the 7hp on the Osprey . Also uncovered an old-ish Poulan Chain Saw, about 1971-ish. No Chain Brake and Manual Chain Oil Feed. Parts still available and will confirm age when I remove the Carb for service...... Repair Kits available. Obtained full company history and parts list already. Not sure if Chainsaws should be in this one, so may go in another applicable Forum.

Another little used refurb challenge from the machinery graveyard. Not very old, but worth cleaning up. Hoping the Generator part is ok as it's totally enclosed. Engine is very good, turns over smoothly, has clean oil and all there. I'm loving the heavy duty Spark Plug Suppressor Cover and Lead . Even the anti-vibration mounts are good. It look's like a GD Mountfield branded Model, as it has a very nice Decal- Looking forward to doing this one.

Hello André, I have checked each of the 3 Models you specified using random Spec Number versions for each Kohler Model. I used numbers from the 1970s to check them. All 3 Engine Parts Manuals quoted the same Part Number (45-142-21-S) for the Crankshaft. Note that there will be differences in the Crankshaft according to the Application (Spec Number), but the Journal spacing and dimensions are the same, and as you mentioned, so is the 'Throw' (or Stroke). If you need more assurance, Post the Spec and Serial numbers numbers of the 3 engines, I'll try and check them for you. Hope this helps. Regards.