Originally Posted by nova
I have some questions regarding a Victa Model 5 mower which I have acquired for restoration, and would appreciate your advice:

Q1. Is the air filter foam rubber element left dry, or does it require a ?squeeze? with oil? If oil, what oil type should I use, and how often should it be cleaned and reoiled?

Q2. Do I have the choice of using commercial 2-stroke fuel or making my own? If commercial fuel is ok, what brandnames and mix ratios are suitable? If home mix fuel is ok, what petrol type should I use, what 2-stroke oils are suitable, and what mix ratio should I use?

It has been around 30 years since I owned a two-stroke mower, so apologies for such very basic questions.

Thank you.

Q1. Yes you can coat it with oil and any light oil will do but it is not really necessary. If you do oil then clean every 25hrs but if dusty clean more often.

Q2. You can use Castrol "TT" two stroke oil at the rate of 25 to 1. Fuel type is unleaded or premium unleaded. cheers2

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