OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Repairs and Maintenance Questions on Walk Behind Lawn Mower Frames Question On Scott Bonnar Cylinder Mowers 14" SB45, use for parts or fix?

Hi,

Picked this one up off gumtree for 100 bucks. Previous young owner said that he did not have enough time to undertake repairs. Apparently it was working prior to a lawnmowing accident; even the engine oil had been changed. When I got it home, I managed to start the engine (with the reel removed) but the clutch squealed like crazy and the pull rope kept jamming up. Luckily I had a spare starter clutch (clean and free of dirt/grease). After swapping out the dirty clutch the engine started nicely and ran without any issues (the engine is 2.5hp B&S).

In my mind I though it would be a good way to gather spare parts etc. But then I thought...maybe it could be repaired. I could do a tandem 14" and 17" rebuild. My main worry is that the dodgy coat of green pain is hiding some defects; still not sure about that yet, except for the catcher - that has been repaired using fibreglass/epoxy. My guess is that the paint job was a way to try and flog off the machine to an unwary buyer by hiding its true condition.

Anyway, I already knew that the cylinder reel was wrecked - I noticed that straight away. But found some additional issues. Wobbly clutch drive shaft; the result of a flogged clutch drive shaft bearing. Massive hole where the clutch woodruff key was. Flogged PTO keyway. Old cotter pin clutch with worn cotter pin but pretty good keyway. Noticed a kyoto bearing in one of the spockets, meaning some bearings may have been replaced (good thing). Question, shall I repair or keep for spares? Photos....












Bearings and shield washers installed like this?