Batty the Bat 10 #1 Posted January 26, 2018 Hi all. I'm new to this site so I hope someone can help. I've recently acquired a Martin Markham Colt Deluxe. My intention is to restore it. I know very little about it and wondered how I find out about it's history? I'd also like to know what the original blue colour was and where I can get hold of an owners manual and spare parts please? It has a Kohler engine and despite standing outside for about 15 years I have managed to get it running! However, I also need so new parts for this as well. Any help would be much appreciated. Many thanks 2 4x4forks and Triumph66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Triumph66 1,256 #2 Posted January 26, 2018 Welcome to MOM. We got two lads, possibly three, that got Martin Markham tractors and they should be able to help you out. Type in Martin Markham in the search engine on the forum and a few posts should crop up. I am tempted to get one myself. Tell us more about the history of your tractor. Photos are a must here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel 1,876 #3 Posted January 26, 2018 Contact Harry or Paul mackellow they both have one, they normally have problems With gear boxes how’s yours ? 1 Triumph66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pmackellow 2,738 #4 Posted January 26, 2018 Mines having the gearbox rebuilt (eventually) it does seem to be a weak point although they are strong little machines. The colour is very similar to the old Hammerite blue, parts for the engine are ok to get from the US, any body panels will be like rocking horse poo. Good luck with yours. 1 Triumph66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Batty the Bat 10 #5 Posted January 26, 2018 Thank you all for your help. I did attend the Biddenden TractorFest in Kent hoping to meet someone who had one but without luck. I'll post some pictures another time. I have had it running but couldn't find reverse! Anyone know where it is? High and low range worked ok. Is it possible to get an owners manual? The steering box is broken, are parts available anywhere or do I have to get them made? Thanks again for your quick response. 1 Triumph66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
harryt 281 #6 Posted January 26, 2018 Welcome to MOM. I have both the colt and the colt deluxe. Finding the gears sometimes is a bit all over the place and there is Hi and low range for the colt deluxe version. I myself don’t have any spare parts for them unfortunately however I do have manuals and the original factory parts diagrams should you need any information. Harry 2 Triumph66 and Jonny Smith reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Batty the Bat 10 #7 Posted February 5, 2018 Thank you HarryT. I would love to get a copy of the manual and parts list. Would it be possible for you to copy them? I'd be happy to reimburse you for any costs. In the meantime (Triumph66) here a couple of pictures of my tractor just after I found it under a large tree! 7 harryt, Alan, pmackellow and 4 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel 1,876 #8 Posted February 5, 2018 That looks in very good condition for one of them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
expeatfarmer 591 #9 Posted February 5, 2018 Nice find ! Must have been a very sheltering tree. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #10 Posted February 5, 2018 That looks in very good condition. Get the steering box sorted, a wipe with an oily rag and it'll be ready to show. Hope to see it at Biddenden in August. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cub Cadet 613 #11 Posted February 5, 2018 That looks great! is that a number plate I see on the back? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #12 Posted February 5, 2018 26 minutes ago, Cub Cadet said: That looks great! is that a number plate I see on the back? It is Ewan, but not for the tractor. For the towing vehicle that towed it to it's new home. 2 Batty the Bat and Cub Cadet reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
harryt 281 #13 Posted February 5, 2018 That looks to be in pretty good condition considering it has been outside for a long time. Have sent you a pm regarding literature. Harry 1 Triumph66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Triumph66 1,256 #14 Posted February 6, 2018 Love ît; well done for saving it and as Norm (Stormin) say let see it at Biddenden this year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris 642 #15 Posted February 6, 2018 Looks like Land rover tyres on the rear Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Batty the Bat 10 #16 Posted February 7, 2018 On 2/5/2018 at 6:20 PM, expeatfarmer said: Nice find ! Must have been a very sheltering tree. It was standing under a large pine tree with a smaller tree growing through it!! Well spotted Chris. The previous owner brought it from a garden centre near Bedford. Some kids had set fire to it so the original rear tyre were 'toast'! He then fitted studded Land Rover tyres which I think I'll keep. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wonkey18 4 #17 Posted December 4, 2018 Hi guys I’m new to this site too, I’ve also recently required a delux version, with the high and low box, I’m looking to sell it after having a little bit of fun, I was given it for some work I done for somebody, it’s been restored and I also have the original v5 for it from 1968, I’ll upload some pictures, does anybody know what it’s worth? Many thanks Alex 1 Triumph66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Batty the Bat 10 #18 Posted January 8, 2019 Hi all MOM peeps. Restoration of my MM is underway. Could anyone tell me if the PTO drive is compatible with any modern mowers please? I would like a 4-5ft topper but am guessing that the PTO shaft will be different to contemporary mowers? Many thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
