I've just acquired a Deutscher R280 intending to do a restore. Any info or comments regarding these intriguing machines would be welcome. Its in running order, just, with an oil leak from under the Honda GV400. I've seen a lot of reference to Mr. Terry Scanlon who appears to be the go to guru. My main question to begin with is, regarding the motor with a major oil leak, no starter motor, no pull start & a noticeable knock, do I discard this one & search for a replacement or attempt a recondition. Any opinions?
I also have acquired a NZ built Power Pony mini tractor. They appear to be quite special to some of our Kiwi friends with a FB site dedicated to them.Don't know of many in Australia, was owned by National Parks up here in Qld. Anybody heard of these?
I've recently retired so these two should keep me occupied for some time, or send me insane. Love the site.
