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.
Hello emk3
A warm welcome to these forums.
I would like to express our policy here: it is
gender neutral.
WE are not into 'mansplaining':
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MansplainingIt is universally true that mower collecting, repairing, and restoring
are, traditionally, 'men's business.
It shouldn't be that way!Evidence suggests there is equal enjoyment from gardening and mowing
for the variety of sexes and gender.
It is important you have
basic mechanical aptitude for advice to be given
and understood. If you
feel confident in that, then Mods and Members
will offer all assistance needed - regardless of gender.
Having said that, the Crafstman is a version of the famous
Model 45.This is a great project for any 'newbie' to take on board, and it
can deliver great satisfaction in preserving Australia's greatest reel mower.
All the best in this project.---------------------------------
Jack 
