OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Restoring, Customising and Modifying Reel-Type Mowers Scott Bonnar Model 45 - Restoration

Hi Jamskin, Under NO account try to undo the bedknife screws yourself...the engineer that does the spin-grind on your reel will do that and supply a new bedknife and new screws if that is necessary...you may crack the cast-iron soleplate....Very many $$$ if you break it....

See my threads: Click HERE and HERE
We are here to help, just ask questions before you attempt something you have not done before...there are traps for the uninitiated along the way....bedknife screws is one of them !

Hi to Manch and Jamskin,
Manch, it is up to you to decide which way to go, originality versus functionality....I went the Honda way and have never looked back, a beautiful little Japanese engine that just purrs....you may go for originality, and that is fine....but, Scotty 45's with a Briggs....there are heaps out there, so not that rare....the decision is yours, mate.

To Jamskin, on getting yourself a fine engine...you are in for hours of mowing pleasure if you keep it well maintained...just remember, oil is cheap....engines expensive...oil change it regularly.
See my thread : Click HERE

Thanks so much Deejay - I thought there must have been something particular about it. Very much appreciate your response.
I found a cylinder grinding shop here on the Gold Coast so will go and see them on Monday.
I have just ordered a new 10 blade cylinder and bed knife from Turf Machinery services so will take it all down to them.

Cheers.

Hi all. I'm in the process of stripping my 45 at the moment. What is the issue with the bed knife?
I am also having an issue with the front roller and the bar behind it.
Does anyone know if you can purchase a manual for a 45?
Thanks for all the help.

Just had a look at Deejays clips on you tube. Some help full info.
Thanks heaps Mate.

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Hi again Manch, as I said to Jamskin earlier, please ask us questions of things you wish to know or help with before you go ahead and do them, we can help you and often save you $$$, because we are doing this all the time...

Why not take time out and read some of the Scott Bonnar threads in our archives.....Click HERE

Almost finished stripping the 45. Cleaned all parts with an old tooth brush and degreaser.
Ran over the front roller with a wire wheel and then polished with Autosol. Gave it a once over with fish oil to keep it looking good.
Im going to drop all the parts off to the sandblaster tomorrow.

Is there any tricks removing the Engine-Clutch shaft from the chassis. Mine is proving to be a little difficult
Thanks

Hi Manch
Mine did too - did you get the nut off?
Once i got the nut off i used a wheel puller. They are essentially three claws that go over the cog then a pin screws down in middle of shaft and pulls the cog off evenly off the shaft.

Hi Jamskin. I picked up a gear puller today. It worked a treat.

Great to hear
It sounds like your at exactly the same stage of renno that I am.
Jason

Well done both of you, we're all looking forward to seeing the pics as you go along.
Now that you have your machines completely stripped down, now is a good time to check to serviceability of all the bearings as you go along....if in doubt replace them; they are cheap by comparison with the time taken to pull it all apart again to replace a faulty one!

Also. just a heads-up, the bearing on the engine shaft that you both just removed with the puller, is a self-aligning double row. It must be replaced with the same type if you replace it.
Serviceability of the cylinder reel bearings is essential for the correct adjustment of the reel to bed-knife clearance.
Good work guys,

Thanks for the heads up Deejay
I did notice the Cylinder bearing had blown itself out.
I am upgrading the 6 blade cylinder with a new 10 blade and will upgrade all associated components.
The rear roller bearings on mine were very clogged and have been soaking in degreaser - Maybe it might be better to replace as well.

On another note read the Scott Bonnar story last night that I purchased. Interesting history and makes you want to preserve Australian history even further.

Thank you for your support and contribution

Jason

No worries Jason, my pleasure....it is guys like yourself that are keeping the dream alive; and, the name Scott Bonnar lives on!! Good stuff!!

After phoning around. I eventually found a place that would match the paint on my 45 perfectly. I left the chassis with them as there was a few spots under the chain guard and under the chassis itself that looked brand new. When I went to pick up the paint they told me there was a sample spot on the chassis. The paint was matched that good that I had trouble finding the sample and had to get the attendant that mixed up the paint to point it out.
If any one is interested you can purchase this paint from Colour Fast Spray Painting & Panel Beating Supplies. They are located at Hillcrest Brisbane. Just quote the name colour and reference number.
Colour name - Scotty B hammer green
Reference number 559 -29
Although this looks identical to the original hammer finish green I was told depending on how the paint is applied will alter the finished result.
Does anyone have any tips or have any experience with hammer finish paint they can share?
I would also like to thank everyone for there help so far. This site has a wealth of information on it.
Cheers

Great Question Manch as I will be spraying hammer finish too.
I was told by the guy at the paint shop to make sure its thick enough to get the true hammer finish. This sounds like a balancing act as if you are using a spray gun it usually needs to be fairly thin.
Any advice in this topic would be greatly appreciated.

Jason

PS Glad you could match the colour too

Hi Manch
How's the reno going where are you up to?
I took my chassis and sole plate in for sandblasting today looking forward to getting it all back.

Hi Jamskin2
We are both at the same stage by the looks of it. I'm picking up my chassis etc from the sandblaster tomorrow. My handle bars are at the electroplater getting re-chromed and will be ready by the 26th.
Im going to heed Deejay's advice and change out all the bearings. I have to drop by AWB bearings tomorrow and pick them all up .
As I'm going to use the mower frequently I have also decided to go with the Honda GX120.
How about you Jamskin. How,s it all going?
Have you come up with a colour scheme yet? Deejays colour scheme with the delicious red looks quite smart.
Good luck