Halfa

halfa replied to the topic BARFORD ATOM PLOUGH in the forum Help and information 7 years, 4 months ago

Hi I’ve no idea where you would find a disc Coulter for the plough, but you could make a knife coulter for it out of some mild steel quite easily and I’m sure it would do the job.

halfa replied to the topic Trusty Auto Lift Cultivator in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 8 years, 2 months ago

Sorry about not replying, I have been busy with decorating a nursery and fitting a new bathroom so I haven’t touched my cultivator. Looks like you are pressing ahead well with yours if not already done. I’ll be back out in the workshop soon, probably to escape changing nappies. Cheers.

halfa replied to the topic Trusty Auto Lift Cultivator in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 8 years, 4 months ago

No problem, this is as far as I have got at the moment but as it goes back together I’ll update you. I’ll get some better ones for you when it’s not chucking it down I’ll lift it all outside. My workshop is rather tight for space, Good luck.

halfa replied to the topic Trusty Auto Lift Cultivator in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 8 years, 4 months ago

Here’s a few to get you started hopefully.

halfa replied to the topic Trusty Auto Lift Cultivator in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 8 years, 4 months ago

I’ll take some photos over the weekend for you. I’m rebuilding one myself.

halfa started the topic Trusty jap 5 oil leak in the forum General talk and discussion 8 years, 5 months ago

Hi all, my jap 5 engined trusty has sprung an oil leak. It is leaking from around the crankshaft at the flywheel end. I have never opened up the engine so I’m presuming there is a seal along with the bearing. Does anybody know if they are easily available ? If that’s what I need. Many thanks.

halfa replied to the topic Allen scythe engine swap in the forum General talk and discussion 8 years, 8 months ago

Thanks guys I think I’ll take the engine off and do some further investigation

halfa started the topic Allen scythe engine swap in the forum General talk and discussion 8 years, 8 months ago

Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone has any experience of fitting a more modern engine to an Allen scythe? I could do with something a little less temperamental than the mk 25c that she has now. Maybe a Honda? Any suggestions would be great. Thanks.

halfa replied to the topic Hard to get Trusty in gear in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 9 years, 8 months ago

Hi, having had this problem myself, I cured the problem by removing the whole clutch unit from the shaft and polishing up the shaft with some grey scotchbrite. New springs were also fitted. I will also say be very careful when reassembling the unit, do not over tighten the retaining bolts because you can crack the casting easily and they are not…[Read more]

halfa replied to the topic 31/10/2015 Deeping Ploughing Match in the forum General talk and discussion 10 years, 7 months ago

Well done Ivan, a very enjoyable day all round.

halfa replied to the topic Howard Gem 360 twin plugs in the forum General talk and discussion 11 years, 11 months ago

I use champion L10’s also, she will run well on them, the only snag is getting hold of a pair. I have also found that champion L86c and NGK B5HS are very similar more modern plugs and they both work well too.

halfa replied to the topic Deeping Ploughing Results in the forum General talk and discussion 12 years, 7 months ago

Thanks for posting scores Sam, I really enjoyed the day. Chris (disc brake trusty).

halfa replied to the topic Late Trusty Tractor in the forum General talk and discussion 12 years, 7 months ago

Glad the photo was of some use to you Sean. I have been lucky to find a plough in this condition, underneath the 4 or so layers of paint it is as tight as the day it was made there is no play whatsoever in any of the moving parts, and no wear on disc, share and the board is also in great condition, not sure if the landslide is bit worn as I have…[Read more]

halfa replied to the topic Late Trusty Tractor in the forum General talk and discussion 12 years, 7 months ago

Thanks Geoff, a picture of the brake lever assembly would be very useful when u get a chance as the current lever is a ratchet type like a car handbrake which is not the easiest to operate and thank you for the other information it is very interesting and helpful.

halfa replied to the topic Late Trusty Tractor in the forum General talk and discussion 12 years, 7 months ago

Many thanks Geoff, this is a photo

halfa started the topic Late Trusty Tractor in the forum General talk and discussion 12 years, 7 months ago

Hi everyone. I have just bought my second Trusty, the first is a standard single speeder which has been used with much enjoyment an my allotment with a plough, ridgers, and discs. But the opportunity to upgrage to a later model with a reverse box and transmission brake came along I could not resist. Her J.A.P 5 runs well after a bit of tinkering,…[Read more]

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