Thanks Guys, I will be back down my property in two weeks and have a look. Is the serial stamped on the block on the carby side ( the opposite side to this picture ? ) , or do I have to remove the pull starter assembly to get to it ?

Are there any sales brochure or reviews pics on this site , or members machines of this model ? I have not seen any yet.

I am excited to have found others suffering this old victa disease.

Regards David