Hello Dale

There is plenty of life in the machine, but it does
need TLC.

I do believe this is a re-powered machine.

The Model, Type and Code on the engine should reveal the
approximate date of the engine. If you could tell us those
numbers, we will get a better understanding of what has happened.
[the Code is the important bit]

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This is a solid deck Model 45 - meaning it is older than how it presents.
The original engine would have been a Kirby. The catcher has a newer decal, and
the machine has been re-painted in a lighter shade.

The chassis itself would date from about 1970.

Original brochure:-
https://www.outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/58161/BROCHURE_-_Domestic_Product_Li.html

Hope this helps.
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Jack