https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/members/charlie/activity/ Activity feed for Charlie Moore (aka charlie). Thu, 07 May 2026 17:57:51 +0100 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 f9fe6cb8720b6cae336efd91ba771cee https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/trusty-steed-with-electrics/#post-44511 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 15:34:11 +0000 Currently sorting through and cataloguing the Trusty enginering drawings. Not seen anything yet for dynastart on Steed and not sure all drawings are there. This is going to take some time to complete.

]]> 87e9baf71f3c40bac5ce4d42a12e3608 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/trusty-steed-with-electrics/#post-44507 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:44:24 +0000 As far as I know the dates in the Trusty register are from the factory records, so I would assume those to be correct.

]]> cd78320927109845d53eabb485d3f24a https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/jap-2a-flywheel-removal/page/3/#post-44501 Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:31:55 +0000 Grahame, thank you for your thoughts on the membership fee increase. The vast majority of those that bothered to contact us regarding the increase were in favour and did not want us to scrap or go digital with the magazine. A number of renewals have already been received, only time will tell if the increase has a significant impact on membership numbers.

]]> 955bc8ad16b4aa9b14390931226a1404 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/jap-2a-flywheel-removal/page/2/#post-44495 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:41:19 +0000 Grahame, sadly Facebook etc has taken over from forums and real clubs, social media groups acting as virtual clubs. Any discussion within a club etc wil generate differences of opinion, the problem is the typed word does not convey the same or intended tone.

]]> e40c7f702a9472a741f307a71581f164 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/jap-2a-flywheel-removal/page/2/#post-44492 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:05:39 +0000 Grahame, sorry to hear you will not be renewing your VHGMC membership, note this will mean you wil no longer be able to post on the forum.
Condenser v capacitor, my understanding is they are the same just a change in terminology over the years and of course construction methods and materials making modern ones more efficient and reliable.

]]> 4bb22b9b0f740168d175e0b4265fab48 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/december-2026-magazine/#post-44484 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:16:38 +0000 Andy, renewal payment received thank you. When magazine arrives you will see, in the article about renewing, to ignore any date you see online.

]]> 02f006627ba17054c756b226541495f9 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/december-2026-magazine/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:10:52 +0000 The magazine has been sent to the printers and will be posted by them sometime after 15th December to all paid up members ofthe VHGMC.
Membership renewal form will be printed on the back of the address sheet, except for new members that have membership to end of 2026.
Please read the membership renewal information contained in the magazine…[Read more]

]]> cff8b01a0bc2e050032929bc2abe3b68 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/bmb-cultmate-3/#post-44361 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:35:53 +0000 Unfortunately the club no longer has anyone listed as the BMB helpline.
One possible way to date them would be from the engine number, this will depend on what engine is fitted as some makes are easier to date than others and if it is the original.

]]> 819ecfa92a429d13de919587573fab74 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/october-2025-magazine/#post-44270 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 08:29:18 +0000 October issue now uploaded to website.

]]> 5a6e71dfa07584e27204091e65e6ed68 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/october-2025-magazine/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:56:39 +0100 I have had confirmation from the printers that the October issue of The Cultivator was posted yeaterday (Thursday 23rd Oct).
When you receive your copy is now in the hands of Postman Pat and his fleet of pidgeons.

]]> d53a9d9c5da662b6a7e451c9b5685c78 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/weeley-4/#post-44122 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 07:27:34 +0100 I second what Andy said.

]]> 101db3398528f21a16e939d0d0e26d3f https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/find-our-old-ota/#post-44116 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 07:29:05 +0100 Joe Paget is a club member, I will forward your request to him.

]]> 634303410838b0bbc4f46c22fc4f7bfb https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/magneto-ht-connection/#post-44105 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 06:36:00 +0100 Andy, I would say it is a Miller as it looks nothing like a Villiers. The points are mounted on a brass plate and operated by a cut out in the crankshaft.

]]> cf293c372970a88820dfb3c6a1abbe64 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/what-model-of-shay/#post-44104 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 06:34:12 +0100 Alan, thanks for looking. I had wondered if it was a Countryman but decided no. Cutting width is 18″ wheels are 13″. No sign of any vacant fixing holes or brackets suggesting there aren’t any missing guards. The stainless steel guard at base of drive to cutting head could well be home made. Under the cutting disc is a thin brass cover, looks a bit…[Read more]

]]> e7700312c582d80db1b6a1c16d01defb https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/briggs-stratton-engine-dating/ Fri, 05 Sep 2025 07:11:30 +0100 A question often asked is how can I date my B&S engine. This link will take you to a page with all the relevant information about B&S engine numbers and whatthey mean.

]]> 8138b0fc18ddd5a025dae3634c07b0d1 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/what-model-of-shay/#post-44096 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 07:08:54 +0100 I will see if I can get it in the car and bring it to Weeley

]]> f1cab63e7519963a2e89dc133f7d0570 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/magneto-ht-connection/#post-44095 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 07:08:16 +0100 Thanks Andy, that is what I was thinking.

]]> ece879f307b22acc23812212e95716a3 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/magneto-ht-connection/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:44:33 +0100 This is a Shay with a Bux? engine. The HT lead was corroded and fell off leaving just this stub of stiff wire sticking out from the coil.
Has anyone come across this type before?
My question is, does the lead screw onto this stub in the same way some plug caps do or would it be soldered to the stub?

]]> 9a3c722886fdce916771200eed04c085 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/what-model-of-shay/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:35:50 +0100 Does anyone know what model of Shay this is?

]]> 38a88f1f2c041a7b05691388873a6fe1 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/landmaster-l120-mag/#post-44013 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:50:21 +0100 Have you tried Briggsbits

]]> a6a8fcb1a7479a0d9f433ec80fc18405 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/geoff-ravenhall/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 06:59:45 +0100 It is with much sadness that I inform you that our chairman, Geoff Ravenhall, died peacfully at home yesterday.

]]> 4f8c0ab6cdf5ed6df2c92351d59940e0 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/3-wheeled-truck-identification-and-help/#post-44003 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 06:37:46 +0100 It could be a Wrigley, or based on one.

]]> 7a5af2cf25582d9109fe4ff3740ecd00 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/august-cultivator/#post-43991 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:33:10 +0100 My copy arrived yesterday and I have now uploaded a copy to the website.

]]> ea852e93360b636a3260d899dc2e9874 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/tracgrip/#post-43974 Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:38:14 +0100 Yes they can be registered for road use, have a look at the DVLA website.

]]> ba79c231ed7bb7428107ecda17cbd3c7 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/membership-costs/#post-43860 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:45:36 +0100 Thank you for your suggestions, these will be discussed and considered at a future committee meeting.

]]> c891c542f2a7631c6797c6cc296fc111 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/howard-700-help-and-advice/#post-43769 Sun, 25 May 2025 06:28:52 +0100 Ruben, please start a new topic for your enquiry rather than add a comment to this topic.

]]> 679b81d1c0f49cd69437e5320789dbb2 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/help-ive-just-purchassed-a-howard-700/page/5/#post-43768 Sun, 25 May 2025 06:27:57 +0100 Ruben, could you please start a new topic for your enquiry.

]]> ac4f598e9492e663bc9c52ed2997f049 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/ransomes-mg2-carb/#post-43759 Fri, 23 May 2025 06:24:43 +0100 Neil Jarrett, (ransomes256 on this forum) is the man for spares and information.
To start the engine yoiu need to pull out one of the two buttons on the rear of the clutch, engine may need turning over slowly to get it to engage.

]]> c813b782ed2411fae733718881ce2cea https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/restauration-dun-simar-70c/#post-43744 Tue, 20 May 2025 08:43:05 +0100 Very nice, sounds great.

]]> b175d28369e48c4fc6f640b83e42ef7a https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/landmaster-100/#post-43719 Tue, 06 May 2025 06:55:09 +0100 For seals and bearing I would suggest Simply Bearings

]]> 57b43fa990b047e351601193992fb2d1 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/bernard-w317-no-spark/#post-43702 Fri, 02 May 2025 06:02:24 +0100 First clean and adjust points, they can build up a layer of corrosion. Coil and condenser really need professional test gear to testthem thoroughly, a multimeter will show if condenser is short circuit and if coil, primary and secondary windings, are open circuit. HT lead should be easy to replace if it is suspect. A new plug might help, or at…[Read more]

]]> 200b0bd794baccbf34f36d96e1e54f63 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/ransomes-engine-carb-improvement/#post-43670 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:46:37 +0100 It might be worth contacting Cox and Turner Engineering aboput a replacement piston.

]]> 4689ebd3bbea0ac0c429f14075bcc8ae https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/hayter-21-project/#post-43620 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 06:28:46 +0100 The blades do not need to swing 360 on their mounting bolts, they only beed to swing in if an obstruction is hit. I suspect the bolts have a shoulder rather than a plain shank, to ensure the blades do swing.

]]> f8be145fe58b784dc9a629aca8cbbece https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/hayter-21-project/#post-43613 Sun, 13 Apr 2025 06:34:25 +0100 A photo of the blade set up would help to see if aluminium plate should be flat and if blades should rotate.

]]> 8ddaaaa588e24865fa0fe44c7c281fb0 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/april-cultivator-2/#post-43605 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 07:04:03 +0100 The printers have informed me the April magazine is ready for posting out and will be on its way to members today.

]]> 2c26aea16d8089707cf73d5a6c1f2797 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/braune-of-stroud/#post-43601 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 07:51:03 +0100 Not a very common machine. A few photos would be good to see what it looks like.

]]> 334a82d95c7ed651b08a2da02063e34c https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/manual-details-for-sheen-powascythe/#post-43591 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 07:22:06 +0100 The manual does not specify engine model but does show parts diagram.

]]> 308568099fc95c6818112abab4cfff29 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/altogether-culto-maintenance-manual/#post-43579 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:50:40 +0000 Not sure about Auto Culto but as far as I know most of these garden machines did not have a workshop manual as such. There is a workshop manual for the Villiers Mk10,12 and 15 engines.

]]> b11d16ce386641ba186f6039de832262 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/re-joining-club/#post-43560 Sat, 22 Mar 2025 07:52:51 +0000 Will, if you read page 4 of the Dec magazine you will see it tells you there is no auto renew option and what to do.
If you are unable to renew via the links on the help page, see link under 2025 subscriptions, then please use the website contact link to send your membership details and an invoice can be issued.

]]> 9ecf88282fcf1c1de831a6030d7e238d https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/help-idemtifying-rotavator/#post-43532 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:04:54 +0000 taras-garden, it would be better to start a new topic.

]]> 1118002f7a0c0ee678485a12d40d4324 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/paint-or-not-paint/#post-43453 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:49:22 +0000 If I hav eread the engine number correctly 78 01 09 06 equates to 1978 Jan 9th the 06 indicates plant and assembly line. see Briggs & Stratton website for information about engine numbers.
To paint or not to paint will always be difficult to answer. It is your machine so up to you.

]]> 1f4ddda778221679f92455093d0ab9e6 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/villiers-engines/#post-43448 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 08:25:03 +0000 Spark plug recommendations as follows.
4/2 2.4hp Lodge CN
4/3 3.5hp Lodge CN
5 4.5hp Lodge CN
6 5.5hp Lodge CN
Looking on the Green Spark Plug company wevsite they list Lodge HPN, NGK A5FS and Bosch MA95T1 as alternatives. Lodge CN is out of stock.

]]> cf3ddd647f0afaf7b108ded3603b3cf9 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/villiers-engines/#post-43446 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 07:43:35 +0000 Gordon, can you tell us which model of Villiers engine eg Mk25. Here in the UK the Gunsmith and Garner usually had JAP engines fitted.

]]> 8aa3f89ff8e983fc16a6ccbbdbdc5b21 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/oxford-allen-scythe-villiers-mk25c/#post-43405 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 08:12:47 +0000 Dave, the flywheel also contains the permanent magnets for the magneto.

]]> c42cf3966782fc4f96713443089bc162 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/february-cultivator/#post-43354 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:42:21 +0000 My copy arrived today with the NVTEC code of practice enclosed. Thank you and well done Robert for getting magazine ready for printers in plenty of time.

]]> d742185a6e0be33e554509271207b775 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/opperman-thorneycroft-low-loader-1950-ish/#post-43322 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:59:43 +0000 Very interesting. I wonder how many, if any, of the milkfloat etc were sold? This would make a good article for our club magazine.

]]> 20f1f8ffb7ce428a16514dbf62690ff7 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/vhgmc-2021-calendar/page/2/#post-43284 Fri, 10 Jan 2025 09:03:16 +0000 No we do not have a calendar for 2025.

]]> 3f077b3f87a85a24d47afbc77bd5b133 https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/december-magazine/#post-43209 Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:27:24 +0000 My copy arrived in the post this morning.

]]> a18bef68cc5efb50254c4fca9fc1a98e https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/december-magazine/ Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:46:48 +0000 The magazine was sent to the printers early December and will be posted by them as soon as it is ready to be. There may be delays due to work load and Christmas post.
Membership renewals will be sent with magazine along with a revised GDPR form that will need signing.

]]> 90268f8469b8012bc33877482167584a https://staging.vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/hoemate-manual/#post-43201 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:52:04 +0000 pm sent regarding manual. The file is too large to post on the forum. Charlie

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