OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Repairs and Maintenance Questions on Edgers Two Stroke Edgers Jetfast Lawn Edgers

I have just restored a Jetfast lawn edger, Unfortunately I have no model details, but it is powered by a Victa 160cc engine.My question is: Does anyone have any info on Jetfast edgers or more particularly the blade set-up (it was minus the total blade assy when I got it) Any info would be appreciated. Kindest Regards, Deejay

deejay66,
Can you sent me a picture of the machine(just click on moderator) as there is a blade or a wire brush that will fit. I know that I have the blade but would have to check on the brushes.

Regards,

Bruce

G'day Bruce, Thankyou so much for the info, unfortunately I have'nt a digital camera as yet to take a photo, but I'll get a pic to ya ASAP.. Would you happen to have any written material on Jetfast regarding the cutting/blade set- up(ie what fits onto the crankshaft)as all mine is missing!!Kindest Regards, Deejay

Hi guys, new member here. I've just bought a jetfast edger on ebay.Manufactured by Bragg industries OZ.It appears in good nick but there's no spark when i pull the cord. Its one of those that has got a fairly heavy disk on one side with metallic cable for edging. There is no model number or anything. Would you guys have any info on it?tks

Leister,

Do you know what the engine is on the frame? I think it is either a Techumse or Victa. Can you post a picture and I should know just by looking at it.

Thanks for replying Bruce, but have got the same problem as Deejay. All i can tell you at this stage is that it is red and green, has a victa motor,the recoil is white.

Leister,

Ok then the motor is a 70's Series Victa. We have information in the parts list and manuals area that will cover the electrical for the machine. The points and condensor are located under the flywheel. :Wavey:

You will have a wire going from the flywheel area to the carby. Disconnect this wire so that it does not touch the body of the frame and then check for spark. If you still don't have spark then you will have to go to the points and condensor.

Thanks very much Bruce i"ll get straight on to it.

Mate, we have spark!!

Bruce it started!! runs like a charm.All i had to do to shut it down was to reconnect the wire. Now does this mean there is a short somewhere? Also can the heavy disc and wire cable be swapped for blades? Anyway I am truly grateful for your help.

Leister,

Ok you can find the information on the carby in parts list and manuals area.

All the problem is from where the cable connects to the carby (the brass lug)as this is the cut out that causes a short so that you don't have spark.

As to putting a disc or blade on I need to know what is the shaft size.

OK Bruce I'll do that this arvo, cheers!!

Hi Bruce, the shaft looks like its 20mm in diameter but the threaded portion of the shaft is about 12.5mm. Hope that helps.

Leister,

The blade is 270mm long with a centre hole of 13mm that should fit your machine.

Thanks Bruce. So would you recomend that I put a blade on it or stay with the heavy cable?

Leister,

The cable is better as it cuts a wider edge.

OK I'll stick with the cable. Thanks again for all your help!

Hi Bruce,
Would you be able to upload a parts manual for the Jetfast.
I'm having probs with mine, thanks mate
Regards, Darryl

Darryl,

I will see if I can find the manual tomorrow.
I only repaired one last week that had the Honda motor on it (about 30 years old). Runs like a dream since I replaced the cutter head bearings nice and quiet.

Good morning Bruce,
Thanks mate,I have a sneaking suspicion that this edger is missing some bits, hoping the manual will show me which ones!!lol Great to see that you got the Honda powered one runnin' like a dream.
Have a good day, Kindest Regards,Darryl

Good morning Bruce, Did you have any luck in finding a Parts Manual for the Jetfast?
Kindest Regards, Darryl

Hey Bruce,
Last post not answered, sorry to be a pain, but have you had any luck finding a manual for the Jetfast yet?
Kindest Regards, Darryl

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Hey Bruce,
Last two posts not answered, sorry to be a pain, but have you had any luck finding a manual for the Jetfast yet?
Kindest Regards, Darryl

Darryl,

I will check to day as I know I had the book somewhere but the problem it is not where it should be. I will let you know tonight.

Thanks Bruce, will check tonight.
Having a busy time here in Brisbane,but definately enjoying the warmer weather.With the rolling Qantas strikes don't know if I will be able to get home on Monday......What a bugger if I have to stay a couple of extra days!!lol!!
Kindest Regards, Darryl

Hi Bruce,
Well mate I got home ok, unfortunately I forgot my mobile phone and camera so I did'nt take any pics on the trip, I was in the city all week; not much to see anyway....except buildings......
Did you have any luck with a Jetfast manual?
KIndest Regards, Darryl

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BTW; do you like my new avatar? lol!!

Darryl,

I have had a look around for the past couple of days but I have not been able to locate it and it is driving me crazy as I know I have it somewhere here. The problem is when you start to get old it is hard to remember where everything is.

Hey Bruce, no probs, I suffer CRAFT disease as well!!lol!! You know of craft disease dont you; "Cant Remember a Fu#$in Thing!! lol!!
Kindest Regards, Darryl

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darryl,

I know that I have the manual but for the life of me I am unable to locate it. Maybe one day I will come across it and when I do I will put up straight away.

I know that this is an old topic but I just got some news yesterday about the wire brushes that might interest people and it good.

I have finally located the complete set of brushes including the spacers.

As to the manual I am still looking for that one Darryl and hopefully one day I will come across it and then I will upload to the parts list and manuals area.