Ride-On Mowers https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=cfrm Recent Posts en-us Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:27:28 UTC 5 support@outdoorking-forum.com.au (OutdoorKing Repair Forum) UBB.threads https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/images/general/default/rss_icon.gif Ride-On Mowers https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=cfrm Rover Ranger Autodrive Deck Spindle Brake https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/122442.html#Post122442
Thankyou for the detailed explanation.

Currently there isn't a spring to the front from the deck brake lever with brake pad, so that's an item on the list. Planning to run it from the same rod as which has the tab for the adjustment lever to the deck brake, with the idea the the spring act like a tendon on the ankle.
Hoping a deck height spring from a push mower covers that
Will play with the deck engagement lever by moving it to a different hole.
One thing, the deck brake is in the centre of the deck, can't seem to locate a hole for the spring to seat into, that's still to be worked on will find out when I pull it out.

Anyway I will keep everyone updated, hopefully I remember to take some happy snaps.

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Cheers mate. K.

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Cheers

]]> Sun, 25 Aug 2024 03:44:26 +0000 Skipper https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/119685.html#Post119685 Southern Cross Aardwork https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/119035.html#Post119035
Just out of interest, I came across an ad whilst browsing through the wife's fb marketplace (don't have my own fb) for a Southern Cross Aardwork ride on.

Now being an old Toowoomba boy I immediately associated it with the now closed foundry up there. Apparently not, seems they were manufactured near

Newcastle. Cant find anymore info on them. thought some of you knowledgable gentleman could enlighten me as I'm always interested in anything

Oz made

Cheers Al

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It will get work done slowly but I will update the page as I go along.

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]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2021 04:10:21 +0000 AGreenerView https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/110666.html#Post110666 A question for Lewis https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/105032.html#Post105032
Originally Posted by NormK
When you have had your family business that your father started many years ago come crashing down around your ears I guess the last thing you would be thinking about is a mower forum and people wanting you to dig up old info on mowers that were being built when he was a kid
Yup, that's pretty much how I see things, too. cool

Particularly as the demise of Greenfield looked like getting rather messy, legally speaking. Though I have to admit, I haven't kept track of the latter happenings! It's all too sad, really. frown

Now, I do have ways of contacting Lewis, via a couple of non-OPE forums [that also operate in the traditional forum format, a la ODK], which both he and I frequent.

However, given the circumstances surrounding the ending of Greenfield P/L, I haven't done so, and don't really intend to, at this time anyway.

He seems to be quite happy working where he is; this actually involves a partial return to a past business interest, from when he was the Oz importer/distributor of Beeman Air Arms, among other high-end brands in that field. His repairs and servicing had a very good rep, too.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2020 21:52:15 +0000 Gadge https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/105032.html#Post105032 Project X - The Greenfield Experiment https://outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/98826.html#Post98826
Work and family life has slowed down the progress on the project somewhat. This weekend i should be able to get a few things done.

I've started stripping the rear axle assembly, 30 odd years has this thing stuck firm together. A lot of penatrine, soaking time and also heat seen a start to disassembly. Will post some more pics of it broken down soon.

Also..I've decided to run a twin rather than a 4cyl. This is mainly due to physical size. The twin will still see the old square peg, round hole type issues BUT i feel this will better suit my end result better anyway.

That or opt for a late model, single cylinder, elec start engine. Ninja or CB250.

I've currently decided on a Hyosung engine, twin configuration, elec start etc. These also seem affordable and readily available with complete running bikes being under $1000. Exactly what i need.

I managed to pick this one up for $15, not a go'er but perfect to use for making the required mountings and initial install etc.

Chassis extension and rear axle set up is first priority and that will be tackled this weekend. Also a general chassis tidy up, removing any unwanted brackets and tabs etc, flapper disc and primer in required spots etc etc.

I'm also now on the hunt for another reasonably priced tractor for parts. Mainly body panels, alloy nose cone etc.

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