Over the years I have repaired John Deere magnetos and ignitors. I finally took the time to build a display/tester. It can be spun by hand or by drill.
Thanks for looking,
Rick Barber, via email
Excellently done, Rick! I’d be interested in a step-by-step write-up with photos of this or other creations like it. Visit Homemade DIY Battery Box for another reader-built engine-related project. – Editor
A.M.C. in New Zealand Museum
I am from the Kauri Museum in Northland, New Zealand. We have an engine in our collection that we believe to have been made by the Associated Manufacturers Co., our engine is operational. We were wondering if anyone has any information on this engine.
Aaron S. Philips, via email
Readers, email helpful information my way and I’ll forward it to the Kauri Museum. Thanks for sharing, Aaron! – Editor
Praise for Backus article
The Basement Recovery of a 14hp Backus gas engine was the best article I have read in a while. The obstacles they had to overcome were moments I loved. The part about hiring a crane to remove the big heavy parts up an unused dumbwaiter shaft was pure ingenuity and a little luck. A great story. Only a few families could pull this feat off. The article was well written and entertaining.
Dave Irey, Minnesota
Thanks for the kind words, Dave! I’ll be sure to pass your compliment on to the author. – Editor
