Bish

bish started the topic Rubber tyres and perishing in the forum General talk and discussion 12 years ago

The hoemate I’ve started to restore has rubber tyres which perished years ago so I’m left with the bare steel wheels. I’ve since got hold of a mint set of treaded tractor tyres and a set of original Dunlop diamond tyres. The hoemate is kept outside and I was wondering what causes rubber tyres to perish or am I best leaving the rubber tyres inside…[Read more]

bish started the topic Hoemate front grill in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 12 years ago

As mentioned previously I’m currently restoring a BMB hoe mate. Question I have is regarding the alloy front grille. Is this grille left in bare alloy or is it painted silver? Thanks Rich

bish replied to the topic Introduction and Help with BMB Hoemate in the forum Help and information 12 years, 1 month ago

Thanks for the replies I’m not sure what parts I need for her I’m just seeing if there was an avenue for parts in case I stumble across something that needs replacing.

bish started the topic Introduction and Help with BMB Hoemate in the forum Help and information 12 years, 1 month ago

I collected an Atco Scythe from Pete the Biker a week or so ago and he recommended I join up to this club so I’ve trial joined and had a good look through the forums and it’s brilliant seeing so many other garden machinery enthusiasts . I’m looking at starting restoring a BMB Hoemate with a Brockhouse engine is there anywhere to get parts for…[Read more]

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