I have a KXD4 which I inherited from my dad and am currently rebuilding. It still runs well for its age. Had a small oil leak which I have just fixed, also a couple of hairline cracks in the disc which I got welded. The wheels do not seem to be original and probably came off another old mower from around the same era, as they have red plastic hubcaps similar to the old Victa mowers, but without any brand name in the centre.

I have some questions that I hope other members can answer for me.

1) Can you still buy the original blades? I am currently just using standard Rover blades, with a custom-made bolt and washer.

2) What were the original brand and part numbers of the spark plug? I wasn't sure, so have just used a Bosch plug which sits neat with the head. It works, but it would be handy to know the original plug number.

3) Did the KXD4 have a recoil pull starter or a crank starter? My dad must have got rid of this at some stage and just put a pulley for a rope pull on the top. I am interested in buying the original starter if anyone has one available. Alternatively, would any of the old Victa cranks or recoil starters fit?

4) I am also missing the original air filter housing, so would be interested in purchasing one of these if anyone has one available. I am sure they are as rare as hens teeth though.

5) What method did they use to create that "ocean water" effect with the paintwork on the chassis and engine block? It is a blue-green colour and speckled or mottled if you look at it up close.

6) I'm looking for a copy of a manual if anyone can help.

I will post up some pics once I get it all back together!









Last edited by vint_mow; 07/01/17 07:32 AM.