It will be interesting to see how the belt drive compares to the gear and chain setup. 
My guess would be smoother and quieter operation.
My guess would be smoother and quieter operation.
Yeah, I was thinking the belt drive system must have a slightly different feel overall vs. a gear drive setup. Like you said, it's probably a bit smoother operation especially when engaging the clutches due to more movement that's allowed in the belts vs a snugger chain.It will be interesting to see how the belt drive compares to the gear and chain setup.
My guess would be smoother and quieter operation.
I sure get a kick out of reading them too! The manufactures back then seemed to have a thing about having young women model behind lawnmowers in their ads too. Yeah, compared to an equivalent machine of today that weighed 195 lbs, I think it would read: "cut up to 8 acres a day at almost for 4mph with a 20hp engine!"That would make a fine, addition for sure. I always get a kick out of reading the specifications on these old mowers. That 27" weighed in at a hefty 195 lbs, cut up to 8 acres in a day at almost 4 mph, and did it with a 3 hp engine!
And it would be multi-cylindered too! They're darn near doing that with the 21" rotaries of today.I sure get a kick out of reading them too! The manufactures back then seemed to have a thing about having young women model behind lawnmowers in their ads too. Yeah, compared to an equivalent machine of today that weighed 195 lbs, I think it would read: "cut up to 8 acres a day at almost for 4mph with a 20hp engine!"
Hi GN1220, thanks for the interest.Did you end up saving this mower? Seems to restore any mower you would need to bead blast or strip the metal in some fasion and this one looks like a fine candidate. Not being nosey but curious, how much are these mowers going for in that condition?
Now those are the type that'll get you in shape quick!Im not at all knowledgeable about reel mowers, except when I was young I powered one that was built with NO motor!
The one you are showing is really interresting, hope you find one to rebuild.
About a year ago a man gave me a 1953 REO, it has its very own parking spot in my shop. I hope to try to restore it . :cool thread , where can I see your collection?