pmackellow 2,738 #1 Posted December 22, 2017 Acquired this last month, some of the information crept into the Lawnbug ride on topic so I thought I had better start a new topic in the right section ... Not got too far with it yet other than a wash & brush up and new decals from Titch, and found a manual in my literature collection. Hopefully picking up an interesting addition at the weekend... 2 1 HeadExam, Stormin and WestwoodGazelle reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris 642 #2 Posted December 22, 2017 Does not look like its had a hard life Paul Does it run?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wristpin 400 #3 Posted December 23, 2017 As per my post in Lawnbug thread the Gemini later appeared as the Flymo DM complete with optional traction wheels and tipping hopper, but with a Briggs engine.. 1 pmackellow reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #4 Posted December 23, 2017 Got a barrow body and tools coming tomorrow 2 HeadExam and nigel reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #5 Posted December 24, 2017 Back from Norfolk with a nice haul of goodies These are Flymo parts but as Wristpin says they also fit the Gemini They look brand new, never seen dirt ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wristpin 400 #6 Posted December 24, 2017 A good find there but I would think that the little Suffolk engine would be working quite hard with that ridger (spelling??) body in Wealden clay, but perhaps it's destined for a more relaxed life? 1 pmackellow reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #7 Posted December 24, 2017 10 minutes ago, Wristpin said: A good find there but I would think that the little Suffolk engine would be working quite hard with that ridger (spelling??) body in Wealden clay, but perhaps it's destined for a more relaxed life? I agree, the engine would indeed struggle, this lot will be for show only methinks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #8 Posted December 25, 2017 Wristpin, the tools are a dark brown colour which would be the Flymo livery, do you know what colour they would be for Westwood please ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel 1,876 #9 Posted December 25, 2017 1 hour ago, pmackellow said: Wristpin, the tools are a dark brown colour which would be the Flymo livery, do you know what colour they would be for Westwood please ? Westwood orange 1 pmackellow reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #10 Posted December 25, 2017 10 hours ago, nigel said: Westwood orange I did wonder that mate, ta Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeadExam 1,783 #11 Posted December 26, 2017 Very nice find in the accessories, congratulations on getting most of the kit 1 pmackellow reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #12 Posted January 3, 2018 Been having a trial fit of the barrow body and driving wheels.. . 2 HeadExam and Stormin reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #13 Posted January 3, 2018 That would be handy for bringing the Showman back from the beer tent at RPT. 1 pmackellow reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #14 Posted January 3, 2018 It will be going to Yorkshire Norm so perhaps we can fill it with tea ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wristpin 400 #15 Posted January 3, 2018 Looking good. On the Flymo parts illustration there's a lever to trip the bin latch to allow it to tip. Is there any sign of one having being fitted to yours or was it a latter addition? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel 1,876 #16 Posted January 3, 2018 Don’t think I would want to load that with concrete Paul it would have you arse over tit 😄 strait over the bars 1 pmackellow reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #17 Posted January 4, 2018 19 hours ago, Wristpin said: Looking good. On the Flymo parts illustration there's a lever to trip the bin latch to allow it to tip. Is there any sign of one having being fitted to yours or was it a latter addition? Yes there is, looks a bit Heath Robinson and as I intend to show the machine with the barrow on, the pins and r clips will be replaced by bolts and wingnuts to make it all a bit more sturdy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #18 Posted January 4, 2018 Tidy bit of kit Paul, you'll have to learn to walk like Andrew on the arena display, 1 1 nigel and pmackellow reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #19 Posted January 5, 2018 19 hours ago, the showman said: Tidy bit of kit Paul, you'll have to learn to walk like Andrew on the arena display, Oh you mean like I have had a slight accident... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel 1,876 #20 Posted January 5, 2018 3 hours ago, pmackellow said: Oh you mean like I have had a slight accident... It’s called mincing Paul 😁 1 pmackellow reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #21 Posted January 10, 2018 A few more photos from recent days in the workshop... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #22 Posted January 10, 2018 I've a stitcher just like that. Maybe that's what it's off. Was on the kitchen extension roof for a few years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #23 Posted January 11, 2018 20 hours ago, Stormin said: I've a stitcher just like that. Maybe that's what it's off. Was on the kitchen extension roof for a few years. Please explain to the soft southerner what a stitcher is Norm 1 HeadExam reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #24 Posted January 11, 2018 22 minutes ago, pmackellow said: Please explain to the soft southerner what a stitcher is Norm Your second photo Paul. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #25 Posted January 11, 2018 Ah reet, the ridger Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
