Long-time lurker, but thought I'd post the latest project up, will be needing some help.
I've been looking for a cylinder mower for some time, but not really found anything close by that's remotely in the budget, would love a Scott Bonnar but anyway...maybe one day...
In the meantime, have acquired a Victa Imperial 16" with the Series 70 MK2 engine. As with most equipment that lives here, the aim is to be well looked after and semi-restored but not too perfect to use.
Looks complete, engine turns over freely however non-running.
A few observations: 1) Doesn't seem to have spark - have tried both the lead and also grounding the spark plug to the cylinder head, and not getting any spark. Not sure if I should get points etc. ordered up or there's something basic I'm overlooking. Will need to become familiar with points ignition I guess.
2) When pushing the machine along, the reel is turning - I assume this means the landroll clutch is not disengaging? Not sure if this needs a new clutch cable or something actually wrong with the clutch. Lot of grease and grass in the chain housing, I guess there are no issues with me degreasing and pressure washing?
3) There looks like the remnants of a hose on the carby, am pointing to it with the screwdriver in the pic, but not sure where it's supposed to go?
Glad of any hints or tips, am a reasonably competent non-professional mechanic more familiar with diesel, but nothing like a project to help learn about ignition etc.
The rest of the fleet comprises Rover 2-Stroke XL with Suzuki M120X, Honda UMK435, Victa Series 80 Tilt-a-Cut, Robin 4 stroke blower, Stihl MS660, MS170, Little Wonder Hedge Trimmer. Hopefully the Imperial feels at home!
