Anglo Traction 761 #1 Posted November 19, 2014 Thought I'd post some 'before' and 'so far' pics of this British Mower here as well seeing this section is underutilised (main thread on MoM link), and on the basis that there may be some U.S. interest in this type of mower. I know there were several similar makes and designs in the U.S in the 50s like Toro and Jacobson. This one was so close to complete scrap, but I think I've got the better of it to date- As found- 24" cut for coarse grass like Paddock or Orchard (I thought it was for finer lawns originally ) Engine is pull start 2 cycle 98cc Villiers with Oil Bath Filter. Single Clutch Plate and power drive. Lot of work to date, but have reached this point of near completion. Was hoping to finish by winter, but have failed in that plan. If interested in the rebuild etc, here is a link - http://myoldmachine.com/topic/726-yellow-mower-challenge/ Regards. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #2 Posted November 19, 2014 Very nice work, looks like a brand new one. I have some old Toro reels but not as old as that one. I hope to get them looking like yours in the near future. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bert 760 #3 Posted November 19, 2014 I like it, cool old mower. You do great work 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molon_Labe 731 #4 Posted December 1, 2014 Outstanding job on a very unique piece of machinery, well done. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 655 #5 Posted December 1, 2014 Very nice work!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,969 #6 Posted December 20, 2014 That old mower is turning out beautifully! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 761 #7 Posted December 20, 2014 (edited) Thanks for the great comments Gents !. Geno, you have some really nice projects there ...... I always seem to only find total wrecks that I have to fully refurbish. I've yet to find one that only needs a clean up with an oily rag and a few new bits to get running and use . This one is on hold while I get myself sorted out and the weather warms up (old joints etc), but should be cutting this Spring. Regards Edited December 20, 2014 by Anglo Traction Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,409 #8 Posted December 20, 2014 Once again , superb work Richard , don't supose you would be interested in restoring a suburban for me do you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 761 #9 Posted January 28, 2015 Once again , superb work Richard , don't suppose you would be interested in restoring a suburban for me do you Sorry for the lack of reply Neil, and thanks for the compliment and confidence. I'll drop you a PM some time and try and catch up with you. Only made a small amount of progress on this project since my last. Hope to get it running and use early Spring. Will post pics. Regards Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 761 #10 Posted September 7, 2015 Been a while. had some major issues with the Reel/Cylinder Fabricator. Basically had to find another similar machine for a replacement !. Surprised to be contacted by a Forum Member fairly local, but I got one. Even managed to refurbish the Optional Grass Catcher that was purchased with the Mower at the time in 1958.Virtually finished now and running the Engine In to bed the new Top end (Piston, Rings and Small End Bushing). Drive Train smooth and surprisingly quiet-. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,969 #11 Posted September 8, 2015 WOW, I like everything shown in that picture!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,918 #13 Posted September 8, 2015 (edited) Very nice work, looks like a brand new one. I have some old Toro reels but not as old as that one. I hope to get them looking like yours in the near future. Do you have any other pictures of this? I'm fascinated with this machine. Been a while. had some major issues with the Reel/Cylinder Fabricator. Basically had to find another similar machine for a replacement !. Surprised to be contacted by a Forum Member fairly local, but I got one. Even managed to refurbish the Optional Grass Catcher that was purchased with the Mower at the time in 1958.Virtually finished now and running the Engine In to bed the new Top end (Piston, Rings and Small End Bushing). Drive Train smooth and surprisingly quiet-. Wow, that is a beautiful job. If I only had 10% of your talent... I have belonged to forums where the members would complain if you posted to a topic that had been quiet for 6 months or more. Had someone not replied to this, I would never have seen this thread, or these awesome machines Edited September 8, 2015 by WNYPCRepair Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
