OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Restoring, Customising and Modifying Reel-Type Mowers Scott Bonnar 45 2.0

Hi all,

Welcome to my latest purchase a Scott Bonnar 45

Its in need of sum TLC and I'm hoping u guys can help me out with your vast knowledge of this kind of mower.
1st thing is the engine, it has worked but thinking of replacing it (BRIGGS & STRATTON 3HP)can I get a model number of the right replacement engine please???
2nd thing is the reel, one of the reel blades is bent a little and I think its called the bottom blade or bed knife need to be changed
Is there someone in the wollongong area or even Sydney if I have to that I could get parts for it???

Is there any way to make it cut higher as I only have Buffalo grass???
Thanks in advance

Hi rotachoc,

Well that's one of the last darker green SB45's from the Eagle Farm Rover Facility before they commissioned their new powder coating line which showcased their ugly new Kermit Green colour.

This is identified by the colour of the machine and the Silver and Black Ally ID plate.

I'm not quite sure if this is still the original power plant but could you please look for the series of numbers that are stamped into the edge of the air cowling near the carby / manifold area. This will give me a better idea.

Sadly I can't refer you on to any one in the NSW area but you'll find the best bet is to go to your local bowling club and ask the greens keeper there who they use.
The bend in a blade is a simple fix for someone with a bit of experience. Most engineers will source or make their own bed knives. Don't try and remove it yourself, let the engineer do that.

What's the main issue with the engine as by then the Briggs' were OK unless they became smoke machines.

The current sloper style Briggs units are OK but my choice will always be a Honda if choosing a replacement.

Cheers,
BB.

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the tag on the machine has the
Manufactured by ROVER-SCOTT BONNAR LTD.
Model no 45058
Serial No 4962097

and engine

BRIGGS & STRATTON
Model. 80202
Type. 1735-02
Code. 86081403
I'd like to find out more information on the Scott Bonnar and the engine thats on it like how old they are.
Are these engines reliable should I just take it in for service and tune???

Hi rotachoc,

Well the engine was manufactured at the Rolla plant in the USA on the 14th of August 1986 which makes this a November / December made mower if it's the original engine, something which I'm still not quite sold on. I still feel that it's an earlier machine with a later engine put on it. I will make further enquiries and get back to you on this point.

As far as the reliability is concerned these engines were very good, maybe not the smoothest but most certainly a good long time runner if correctly maintained.

Cheers,
BB.

Thanks