Thanks Deejay its a well made mower thats for sure 1st one Ive had and its in good nick for age....Ive not got stuck into the briggs yet to see if it runs ,only thing I don't like the look of is the muffler as it looks like it has been running very hot! for it to get that hot it could have been running very lean? engine could be toast yet will know more when I troubleshoot the engine (fingers crossed)....Cheers Chris