Many thanks for the help Grumpy. I'm not very mechanical but a fast learner. The mower is still in my trailer I only just picked it up yesterday. Will let you know how I go over the next few days.

Here is a picture of the beast:

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Here is what the guy recently replaced:

New Battery
New starter motor
New magtronic ignition
New blades
New (3) belts
New (front 2) tyres

Last edited by Figarow; 04/03/14 07:45 PM.