Charlie Smith 192 #1 Posted March 21, 2015 Hello All, I don't visit this section of the forum as much as I do some of the others, but It appears now I can contribute, I now own a 'Pedestrian Operated Machine' This morning I went to Ardingly Collective Sale to have a look about, It's the first time I've ever been and I'm pleased I did. I saw Chris and Paul a few times throughout the day, I'm not too sure if they managed to get anything, there was a wheel horse commando 7 up for auction but I don't know if either of them two got it or not... I'm sure they will tell us soon enough! I managed to get my self another small project, Its only what I can assume to be a Farmers Boy Minorette I've done a little research and it seems to match the ones I have been finding, If anybody knows anything or has any information on these machines, it would be greatly appreciated if you could share it with me I only paid £21.80 £1.80 of that was buyers premium etc, so I was chuffed that I can now grow my collection get this restored and have it as a show piece, and maybe even work it from time to time... Its nice to have something different from ride on's all the time, 3 nigel, Triumph66 and Ian reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #2 Posted March 21, 2015 Well done Charlie that was not dear I'll have a look in the literature collection and see what I have for you 1 Charlie Smith reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Triumph66 1,256 #3 Posted March 21, 2015 A good buy there Charlie; look forward to see your magic on this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #4 Posted March 21, 2015 Well done, Charlie. If it's a runner, looks like a new belt and a good clean up all that's needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #5 Posted March 21, 2015 Good effort, enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiebutler956 166 #6 Posted March 21, 2015 Very nice find indeed! It looks to be complete, and in very solid condition, which should make for a great restoration. Matt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauber1 51 #7 Posted March 22, 2015 that's a nice looking small machine, almost good enough to leave as is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 1,016 #8 Posted March 22, 2015 Nice machine Charlie, is it a 60's model?. Can't quite make out the Briggs Engine Decal style to get a date period. For some reason, my eyes are drawn to the solid tyres .......and think of my Mower 1 Triumph66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #9 Posted March 22, 2015 Did not see you at Isfield Charlie so I will put the brochure copies in the post to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie Smith 192 #10 Posted March 22, 2015 Hello Paul, yes ever so sorry I couldn't make it, always next time and that would be great, I can send you over some money through pay pal for postage tomorrow. thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 2,417 #11 Posted March 24, 2015 That;s a bargain for that price Charlie. I'd clean it up a little but that's all.. It has a nice look as it is.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie Smith 192 #12 Posted March 25, 2015 Thank you all, not much of an update but pictures to follow tomorrow, as of yet the fuel in the system was smelling rather off and it was a bit gooey and gunky in the carb etc, so I've taken it all off washed it through cleaned it all out blown it all through etc, all ready to bolt back together tomorrow, and then have a look at getting it started, when I first looked I couldn't see a spark, nor did it light up my spark tester. however upon spinning the flywheel i did get a little electric shock from the end of the HT lead, but only a little small one,... might not need looking into, might fire up, but if not ill have to look into it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
