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ZippoVarga

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Just wanted to express a true appreciation for this web sight and it's members. After a grueling 6 years of searching for the proverbial needle in the hay stack, Larry from KC's was able to locate the correct air filter assembly (used) and all other components associated with this breather (new) and he did so in a VERY timely manner to boot. I am new only to being registered with this community. I have often refered to this sight for statistics, technical information and assistance on other issues i've had along my partnership with my 1964 Simplicity 303 Broadmoor. This past summer I aquired my 2nd Simplicity. By the way, my out of pocket for aquisition of the two. A very lucky $0.00. The Broadmoor was destined for the trash heap. A neighbor of mine had set her out after buying the house it resided in. The Broadmoor was in pieces and looked pretty pathetic. But on closer inspection I found that the ONLY thing it needed was a top cap for the starter generator and the ever illusive breather assembly. After about a month of using this unit weekly to mow 4 acres my neighbor brought over a blade and bracket and asked if i was interested in it. He said, it's orange so i'm guessing it goes with that "old tractor". Thus began a WONDERFUL relationship with my now even more versatile tractor. The second tractor is a 1968 Serf. This has to be one of the coolest little tractors ever made. It is the epitomy of simplistic. Yet stout as it's claims from it's inception in 1968, some 33 years ago. I received this unit when a fellow co-worker asked if I had any use for an old tractor that's been taking up room in their garage. Well, this was a no brainer. Never turn down ANYTHING free right???? After airing up all four tires, changing the oil, cleaning the varnish out of the carb and gas tank, cleaning the plug then lubing everything I gave the little 5hp Briggs a tug on the life line. POP...chug. And the slightest whift of smoke from being idle for some 10 years and the little guy burped to life. :D So now I ask.....HOW DO I SHOW YOU GUYS MY JOYS????? I tried up loading a picture to my profile that was a mere 26.6kb but it failed time and time again. Any suggestions? And THANKS for such a great sight.
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tanman722001

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Hi,Welcome to the club.Sounds like you have a good start on your collecting.As far as the pics go you will have to join the club to be able to upload pics.You wont be disappointed by joining.This is a great club and has alot of knowledge in it.Thanks Tony
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ZippoVarga

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This is the Broadmoor working it's little 7hp heart out to help beautify my back yard. This little work horse was THE impliment that cut the 4500 gallon pond which now is home to over 400 fish, frogs and many other forms of wild life. This afternoon I will take pictures of both the Serf and Broadmoor as they are now. And as soon as Larry ships my air breather we'll throw in a pic of that too.:) Thanks again for a wonderful sight committed to the preservation of these little wonders.
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D-17_Dave

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Looks good. Try following Maynards tips on posting the pics. BTW, it took me 2 days to get it right. Working on tractors is much easier for me than this computer.
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MikeG

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Welcome to the club. It's really nice seeing some of the little tractors in the club. I have a Serf 515 that I really like, its alot of fun cutting the grass with. Have fun with the little guys.
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skot71

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Welcome to the club! I'm just east of you in Parker City. I have a B-208, which is similar to your Broadmoor. I also have a parts tractor.
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HubbardRA

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Welcome to the club, Zippo. I hope you will enjoy the knowledge gained, and the friendships developed, as much as I have. Many of us are now more like family than a club. Enjoy!!
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comet66

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Welcome Sean! That's a great picture but my old eyes like to see as much tractor as possible. You can actually post them larger. Look forward to seeing the rest of your pics. Scraped out a 4500 gal. pond with her eh? Do you have any pictures of that project? These little wonders sure are surprising with the amount of work they will do. Thanks for the pic.
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neil56

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G'day Zippo, welcome, but be careful mate, this site can be very addictive, if I miss a day I start twitchin' an' shakin',I live South of you :DNeil,
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ZippoVarga

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Thanks for the welcome aboards!! Comet66, subject titled The pics are in!!! has pictures of the pair along with another posting which shows my simplicity walker named The walker i think. And thanks again every one for all the kind words!!
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