I saw one of these back in the 1970's it was non functional, derelict and rusty but almost identical to your Atco except it had a rope spool (pull start) instead of a pedal start. I was thrilled to see and hear your example in running condition for the first time.
My Dad had one of these in the 60’s. The clutch was different, larger, with a cork face. The handles were wood. Same muffler and carby. The kick starter and fuel tank including the cap were the same. We also had a grass catcher that clipped onto the front. It was was pretty well worn out, blew a lot of smoke. I think we were running it on an 8:1 fuel mix. I learnt a lot about 2 stroke engines with it. I was particularly adept at stripping down the carby and rebuilding. Lots of great memories.
Yep, there were cone type clutches like this one and cork plate clutches like you had. Also a variety of mufflers: pepper pot and sausage. A range of air cleaner types, too.
Lovely old mower Paul. I had one sim ilar years ago and got it running but the main hearing seals had gone. I think they were Villiers engines on those mowers.. Very simple to take apart and put back together. Thanks for showing us your Vintage Atco. Best wishes from The Doctors brother
What a thrill for me mate, I am a mechanic, or was before retiring, and The first thing I ever worked on when I was young was lawn mowers but never anything so nice as that. Would love to get my hands on one of them. Thank you very much for sharing this. George
I have the exact same mower, although not in as fine condition as yours, not been run for a couple of years as it lost its spark due to a broken H.T. lead, i must pull it out of the shed and have a tinker with it at some point.
Ah my fav mower, and Boy does she look good too! Did you restore her Paul or did you buy her that way? I still use mine every week, and she works brilliantly, I use the 12" one when the grass cutting season first begins, then I switch to using the 17" one there after. Just saves me having to keep changing the roller height Keep her running Paul. :-)
Bevoin1970 Cheers Paul, she's a beauty isn't she, I got it in this condition Paul....love it, will get a box for it at some point. I remember seeing the videos of yours yes...all the best mate.
Hi mate I have a atco 14 inch cut from the 1950 your is wonderful mine is original mine got no paint just rust I like it your is gorgeous nice mate when do u think the engines will die
What a lovely machine. A nicely produced video as well with simple straightforward camera work and clear speech.
Thanks John, glad you enjoyed it.
I saw one of these back in the 1970's it was non functional, derelict and rusty but almost identical to your Atco except it had a rope spool (pull start) instead of a pedal start. I was thrilled to see and hear your example in running condition for the first time.
My Dad had one of these in the 60’s. The clutch was different, larger, with a cork face. The handles were wood. Same muffler and carby. The kick starter and fuel tank including the cap were the same. We also had a grass catcher that clipped onto the front. It was was pretty well worn out, blew a lot of smoke. I think we were running it on an 8:1 fuel mix. I learnt a lot about 2 stroke engines with it. I was particularly adept at stripping down the carby and rebuilding. Lots of great memories.
Great mowers aren't they, so well built and so simple too...many thanks Steve
Yep, there were cone type clutches like this one and cork plate clutches like you had. Also a variety of mufflers: pepper pot and sausage. A range of air cleaner types, too.
I have one of these on my Watchlist. Had no idea what it was until I found this video. I may well purchase and restore. looks like Fun!!
That has to be one of the best running Villiers I have ever heard! Well maintained and tuned.
Thank you, I try to keep it in best order I can.
Lovely old mower Paul. I had one sim ilar years ago and got it running but the main hearing seals had gone. I think they were Villiers engines on those mowers.. Very simple to take apart and put back together.
Thanks for showing us your Vintage Atco.
Best wishes from
The Doctors brother
Jackloreknives Thank you Doctors Brother, they are great mowers aren't they, love it. and your welcome, glad you enjoyed seeing it. :-)
What a thrill for me mate, I am a mechanic, or was before retiring, and The first thing I ever worked on when I was young was lawn mowers but never anything so nice as that. Would love to get my hands on one of them. Thank you very much for sharing this.
George
Pug Dog Nation Your most welcome George, glad you liked it, built to last these were..try to look after it the best I can....all the best....Paul.
Great video , she's in lovely condition , I own a couple of them and still have fun using them 👍🏻👍🏻
So beautifully looked after. A credit to you!
fantastic, lovely machine
Glad you're proud of it, rightly so.
What a top little mower, does a really nice job. :)
centralian1 Yes, it's a great mower, still going today...thanks.
Thanks for doing this video.
Definitely made my mind up on whether to get myself one 😀
Thats really cool, i remember grandpa havin sumthing kinda like that on the farm years ago, never ran just sat n the barn lol. Good show!
jimibtv I bet there is a lot just standing about in places..lol...thanks for the comment.
Made to last a lifetime and beyond. Just like the old IH Cub Cadet lawn tractor
really enjoyed that mate, beautiful thing that is
That thing was ahead of It's time. It looks like it actually mulches the grass .
thats a lovely bit of kit mind you i expected the benny hill version of you being dragged along behind it lol
John James Thanks John, lol..yes...Benny Hill.
Nice bit of kit , started well too
***** It is, a good old girl this..lol.
I have the exact same mower, although not in as fine condition as yours, not been run for a couple of years as it lost its spark due to a broken H.T. lead, i must pull it out of the shed and have a tinker with it at some point.
Ah my fav mower, and Boy does she look good too!
Did you restore her Paul or did you buy her that way?
I still use mine every week, and she works brilliantly, I use the 12" one when the grass cutting season first begins, then I switch to using the 17" one there after. Just saves me having to keep changing the roller height
Keep her running Paul. :-)
Bevoin1970 Cheers Paul, she's a beauty isn't she, I got it in this condition Paul....love it, will get a box for it at some point. I remember seeing the videos of yours yes...all the best mate.
excellent stuff
Many thanks.
i still have my lawnboy 10601 2 stroke and 2 more lawnboy 22270 and 22271
Hi mate I have a atco 14 inch cut from the 1950 your is wonderful mine is original mine got no paint just rust I like it your is gorgeous nice mate when do u think the engines will die
Thanks, great mowers aren't they.....the engines will out last us I think, if looked after properly.
lovely old classic machine, do you fire it up at 6am before you do your post round, just to keep the neighbours on their toes:)
garryentropy Good idea that Garry....I'm up then...so why not them! :-)
É bom demais!
É feito para durar
That was made in the same city and the same year I was born,atb John.
John Wellings It's a small world John....cheers mate.
what 2-stroke oil do you guys use? Modern or sae30
Hi, just bought the same mower but you can’t pull it backwards, can you tell me why, cheers.
You must have it in gear, if you move the lever out of gear it should be free both ways. Many thanks.
Looks a nice mower that Paul, do you fancy coming down South Wales to give our grass a cut?
RobCharles1981 I will give it to Arthur.
No probs! :o)
What a lovely old mower Paul, is that original condition or have you restored it?
MarcusTDM Thanks Marcus, it is restored, but to it's original state.. nice bit of history.
As a few have said, they don't build them like they used to.
Is it a 2 stroke?
Yes it is
is it self propelled?
Yes it is, thanks
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Never rev any small eng that high
Motor would look great rigged on a bicycle! (John Wade motorbikes,you tube).
Exposed moving parts, don't mow the lawn while wearing a necktie.
Anyone who mows the lawn wearing a necktie, has it coming!
I’ll stick with a 4 stroke.