We would like to welcome aboard our latest supporter in the form of Sealey Tools. Sealey Tools, A brand that we’re sure many of you already know and love. Suppliers of tools and equipment not only to the Automotive trade but also many home workshops too. From basic hand tools to complex machinery for a … Read more
!!!COMPETITION TIME!!! Win a family ticket for four to the largest tractor and engine event in the U.K. – With more than 2,000 vintage tractors, engines, commercial vehicles, cars, trucks and motorcycles on display. Tractor Fest 2025 is being held at Newby Hall, Ripon on 7th/8th June. A weekend not to be missed!! All you … Read more
NVTEC EA rally at Stradsett, near Downham Market was held over the weekend of the 4th & 5th May 2025 and what a change from last year! The weather was very kind and stayed dry for the most part, only a few showers overnight on Sunday so that was good. The show itself is set … Read more
We have our very first winner! Robert Cole with his 2024 Petterfest report. Voted by you, the readers as the best article of the month for March 2025. Congratulations Robert, Your prize will be on its way to you shortly. Be sure to support your favourite authors with the “Like” button located at the bottom … Read more
Something so simple and easy we can’t beleive we hadn’t done it already!! Exhibit log sheets that are completely free to download and print as many as you like, exclusively to all subscribers. They will also be available from us at any event which we attend, FREE OF CHARGE! Download yours today HERE
Today saw Cheffins Spring 2025 sale, held at their Sutton saleground with far more engine related lots than usual. Prices were a bit of a mixed bag, some items bringing strong bids with others realising far less than you would expect. Strong money was paid for lot 2071 – 1928 1.5hp John Deere at £1600 … Read more
Picked this up from my friendly scrap man, it’s a series 1 AVA so I’d assume early 50s built, seems all there except for the air cleaner, exhaust is with it just not on the engine at the moment, manifold is broken so that’s not ideal….. Going to have a look and see if I … Read more
Back in October 2022 a friend of mine became involved in the clearance of some outbuildings from a deceased estate. The usual question from me was the familiar “is there anything interesting there?” which resulted in an invitation to go and check out one of the sheds. Upon opening the door of the wooden shed … Read more
A question that comes up all too often is “How do I rebuild the fuel pump on my Lister Junior”. Very often, after many years of neglect, the gland packing string will have gone hard allowing fuel to pass the pump shaft itself, running down the pump body and dripping off the bottom, that’s if … Read more
Saturday April 5th saw Darren & Kelly Lees & their family open up their collection to fellow engine enthusiasts from around the country. As well as Darren & Kelly’s own vast collection of engines, they also hosted several visiting engines. Located high in the Pennines close to the town of Holmfirth, the venue offers some … Read more