Hi
grumpy, and
ODK members,
Thanks for the heads up, obviously I can't count!
Both
CyberJack, and I have done some research on this subject, and the closest we have come up with is early to mid 1968. No
exact date exists, which is unfortunate, but this machine being fitted with a Briggs, manufactured in May 1968 is the earliest I've seen so far.
Regarding the removal of the old pulley shaft, I have recommended that he lock up the reel with wood, leave the chains
on and use a Stillson or suitable pipe wrench, on the recalcitrant piece....
This method has worked before no damage caused to the machine; locking the engine shaft with a wrench; leather or not, it will, at times, still mark the shaft.
