OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Restoring, Customising and Modifying Reel-Type Mowers SB 45 - dual project (newbie)

Hi guys,

I've lurked in the shadows for a while and the way you all share information has given me the courage to start a project of my own - I'm going to attempt to restore 2 Scott Bonnar 45 mowers.

I was just going to buy one and then I found another one with the same model number, so I have the intention of having a crack at one first and then gifting it (if successful) to my dad for Christmas. He shares in my love of all things lawn/mowers. Once I've got some experience with that one, I'll try to restore the second one for myself. Mower #1 won't kick over because it hasn't been started in a year or so...so that's going to be my first job - getting it running.

The catch? I'm a 30 year old female and I don't have any experience taking on this sort of a project, so I would really appreciate your advice and support as I try to tackle this.

Mower #1:










I pick up mower #2 on Saturday:



It is in working order, but I won't touch it until the other is complete.