stevewoollas

Perhaps I could clarify the position with this match as this is one of the local ploughing matches at which I organise the horticultural entries. We operate the horticultural class as an open class which allows a greater number of local people to take part. This also has allowed for home built tractors and ploughs to be acommadated and provides…[Read more]

Hello moggyjim,
There are no left hand threads within the clutch system.
The big difficulty is with the “pinch bolt” which tightens the clutch mechanism onto the shaft. Undo this first on disassembly and tighten it last on re assembly. Do not over tighten as over tightening will snap the cast lugs through which the bolt passes and repair is…[Read more]

Good news. My issue of The Cultivator arrived this afternoon. When quizzed my postman explained it now has further to come now that Alan compiles it than when Charlie did it and it is becoming a lengthy journey on his cycle but he should be in the North East by Wednesday. Good read though.

It is with regret I have to advise That The Cultivator has not reached Lincolnshire yet–Steve

An instance of you live and learn.
Industry bibles such as 50/70 Years of Garden Machinery contain so much information there is bound to be the odd inaccuracy.
For those you haven’t seen Alan’s Spraymobile it well worth a view when the opportunity presents.

Well done Robert. I think you’ve set the standard for when I get around to restoring mine.–Steve

There appear to be some really interesting and varied items in this sale so good luck to anyone who can attend.
We have a collective auction close to us on that Saturday which I will be attending.

Charlie. No sign of a manufacturers name but someone must have a catalogue with one in.
Sidevalve, You are correct re condition, in fact it was the quality of the pan which convinced us to buy
Steve

Alan, A really nice haul. That is the first time I have seen the Jalo handlebar sticker which is sufficiently complete to read all the detail. Well done–Steve

Most Jalo’s appear to have been supplied with hoe blades and cultivator tines these being the most popular of tools. Then, I guess the potato ridger and plough followed by the rakes, (also known as combs), discs and spike discs and fan (leaf or grass) rake. Much rarer would be the flame gun attachment and the wheelbarrow attachment and with both I…[Read more]

Jalo painted the steel parts of their hoes. Aluminium wheels, (early models), and aluminium tool frames, (all but very early models), were not painted.
The red on the wheels is, typically, Post Office Red or similar.
Most handles were Green, Mid Brunswick appears to be a worthy match, although I have seen both yellow and light blue which both…[Read more]

Well done Ivan. I’m sure it will be well worth the wait–Steve

A nice find John.

Sam, some really good pictures from a really good weekend–Steve

Some really good action shots of well known East Midland ploughmen.
John, I’ve known you many years now and recognised you instantly so perhaps you always look like that !!
regards–Steve

Hello David,
Our insurers are NFU Mutual c/o Graves Roberts & Shove.
Their full details are on the back of the BAVCC safety code issued with the February issue of The Cultivator. I would suggest you speak directly to David Shove who is well versed with our requirements and may be able to assist.
Regards–Steve

Hello Stew,
If you ring me I can help you. The entry forms are out now. The number to ring is a private individuals so is not mine to advertise in public. I would have sent you a PM but cannot find the way to do so. My number is in The Cultivator. Regards–Steve

Hello Andrew,
Your reply is much appreciated.
Best regards–Steve