Interesting - I havent come across one of these before. I am curious about the age of this engine so I am hoping grumpy can give me the details.

Codes are as follows 12F802 1975-B1 03101757

Well after a good service and clean of the self propelled area the engine is running really well. The valve clearances where within the required tollerances so I didnt need to grind the ends as suspected earlier - I just decoked the head and cleaned it up.

I gave it a good run through some pretty thick grass and it performed really well. I have included a few extra photo's of the finished product including the unique catcher just incase anyone cant find one.

I am pretty sure this engine only got thrown out because the belt came off. Well I am pretty sure the old belt had snapped because the belt I found it with was brand new. I suspect the previous owner bought the belt and couldnt fit it correctly.

Joe I have included a few extra photo's for you of the finished product. Would love any pointers you might have.

peter

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