Phillip F

phillipfinchyahoo-com replied to the topic Barford Atom Leaking Oil Seals in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 6 years, 7 months ago

Hi Graham,
Looks like you’ve got a good project there 😉 I’m miles away from you down South-KT8, usually have to drive a distance to pick-up this kit from auctions! Got some good London clay down the plot that needs ploughing! In the Atom – 15/30 manual is a diagram of the wheel hub and free wheel housing. It’s simple construction and all comes…[Read more]
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phillipfinchyahoo-com replied to the topic Barford Atom Leaking Oil Seals in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 6 years, 7 months ago

Hi Graham,

It’s going well thanks. I’m most keen to get the machine in full working order for ploughing the plot – not so worried about restoring to original/authentic condition (no.1 machine has a Honda G200 engine).

Managed to restore wheel hubs, replace throttle and create a dead-man’s handle. Worked out how to ‘rip’ out old oil shaft-seals…[Read more]
phillipfinchyahoo-com started the topic Barford Atom Leaking Oil Seals in the forum Pedestrian operated machines 6 years, 11 months ago

After some basic restoration I’m starting to do the tricky stuff now, well tricky for me 🙂 Wonder if anyone can help with tips on how to change the axle oil seals on my Barford Atom? Any info would be appreciated.

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