Has anyone ever noticed the v-belt groove on the mechanism that engages the blades on a triplex? I'm wondering if that is there as a method for easy hookup of...
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petersponheimer
Aug 1, 2009 11:41 pm
Does anybody have (or know of someone) who has a back lapping handle to sell (or give away)?...
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Robert Hughes
Bobhuge313
Aug 7, 2009 2:51 am
Hi Charlie, The V-groove you speak of is on the clutch housing. It's actual purpose is for the brake mechanism on plain mowers (ie non-reverse). The brake...
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Robert Hughes
Bobhuge313
Aug 7, 2009 2:56 am
Hi Tom, I'm in the next town over from you - Guilford. I just wanted to let you know that I sharpen reels for a reasonable fee and have done so for many club...
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Robert Hughes
Bobhuge313
Aug 7, 2009 3:01 am
Mike, I believe I have the drive socket you need, in fact I have an entire drive assembly for the side reels, which would save you the trouble of having to...
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xacary
Aug 7, 2009 12:15 pm
Hi Guys- I have 2 Briggs engines free for anyone who can come get them. One is the complete 14R6 that came off my 30" - It ran when removed but I think it had...
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Thomas Metayer
tmetayer
Aug 7, 2009 12:18 pm
Hey Zach, I am interested. I'm in Connecticut. What do you think shipping charges would be? Tom On Aug 7, 2009, at 8:15 AM, xacary <no_reply@yahoogroups.com>...
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xacary
Aug 7, 2009 12:31 pm
Hi Tom- I don't know... They are pretty heavy. Also, I really don't think I am going to have time to prepare them for shipping... I assume they would need a...
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Thomas Metayer
tmetayer
Aug 7, 2009 12:52 pm
How far are you from the New York border?, or the Hudson river? On Aug 7, 2009, at 8:31 AM, xacary <no_reply@yahoogroups.com> wrote: Hi Tom- I don't know......
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xacary
Aug 7, 2009 1:20 pm
I don't know where exactly you mean, but we are about 2.5 hours from NYC - but it can really vary a lot with traffic... Z...
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Thomas Metayer
tmetayer
Aug 7, 2009 1:29 pm
I looked you up on the map, you're northwest of Wilmington, Kind of far for me to drive, on a weekend. Best I could do is meet you halfway Or if you know...
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mike.petrosino
Aug 8, 2009 10:51 am
Hi Bob Yes I could use the whole unit,please give me a call 508-680-6333 Thanks Mike...
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Charlie Pyne
charlie_pyne
Aug 8, 2009 2:02 pm
Thanks Bob. I knew it had to be there for something. If I get around to trying out my backlapping idea, I'll let the group know if it's a success. Thanks ...
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safilian chuck
cimchazz1
Aug 8, 2009 4:44 pm
Hi, if you decide to part them out instead, let me know. I'm in MI, too far to pick them up. Thanks, Chuck S ... From: xacary <no_reply@yahoogroups.com> ...
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Robert H. McCafferty
bobmccaf
Aug 13, 2009 5:40 pm
Gentlemen, I have recently become the proud owner of a Locke triplex which has clearly seen better days but was free to a good home. A quick carburetor kit,...
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straightstripes
Aug 13, 2009 6:29 pm
Zach I am going to be in Avondale for a wedding this Saturday. If the engines are available please let me know. Jim...
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spc816@...
stphnconlon
Aug 13, 2009 10:53 pm
Dan was supposed to get this started, does this mean that Dan is not working on it now?? ... From: straightstripes <straightstripes@...> To:...
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xacary
Aug 14, 2009 2:38 am
Hi Jim- Sorry! We are gone... I put the engines out by the street and someone took them within 20 minutes - I hope not for scrap... Thanks, Zach...
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straightstripes
Aug 14, 2009 11:46 am
Zach Thanks for the reply. What could have been better than getting engines on the way to a reception. Hope they went to good use. Jim...
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Nancy
hotrodwitch
Aug 16, 2009 8:19 pm
I have a 30 " lock for sale. It runs and cuts well and been used but does smoke a little. I have run out of room and it needs a good home. please call...
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k1mpd
Aug 18, 2009 6:48 pm
Hi Gary, Any more information on the machine? Mike...
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Nancy or Gary Gilson
hotrodwitch
Aug 18, 2009 8:16 pm
Not much,I've had it about four years..mowed on and off with it mostly to keep the gas from going stale,lots of tread on the roller and reel is not worn...
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christruran
Aug 23, 2009 5:59 pm
Hello everyone I just inherited a 1961 70 inch Locke with reverse.The machine is well used but still runs and cuts but could use some restoration. I do not...
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westpenn40
Aug 23, 2009 7:13 pm
... you could try Jim Patterson in Wind Gap Pa, he knows the machines and has lots of parts. or j & m in Rhode Island....
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sarachs@...
sarachs
Aug 23, 2009 8:56 pm
I have a 75" reverse and had it rehabbed at J&M....runs perfect 2 years later! **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy ...
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sportsterxlch2001
sportsterxlc...
Aug 23, 2009 9:01 pm
... I wanted to throw my name in the hat of Locke restorations. I posted pictures of my 1958 Triplex under the "Joe Lamothe Tribute Restoration". If you like...
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Mike Butler
metasys_2000
Aug 23, 2009 10:37 pm
There is a competent local shop in Riverhead that has worked on them but I think driving it up to a shop that specializes in Lockes would be advisable and save...
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ddmossman
Aug 23, 2009 10:53 pm
... A few years ago, I also inherited a triplex w/ reverse. J & M Mowers did a fantastic job breathing life back into my machine. They installed a high-cut...
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christruran
Aug 24, 2009 12:44 am
... Thanks for the info I just might take youre advise. If you do not mind me asking about how much did the restoration cost you....
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wmsav40
Aug 24, 2009 2:27 am
Just wanted to say hello to everyone. I used to cut lawns back in the late 70s and early 80s with lockes. Soo when my tractor gave me repetative problems I...
