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Stirring up a WASPs nest!
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm
Posts: 2612
Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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 There are a number of Wasps that occur in Australia. Some are solitary in their habits, while others pair up and remain so for life. Still others congregate in small family groups........ Attachment:
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It would seem theres always room for one more to join the nest, especially when its offered for a little over scrap value. My mate Craig found this one while browsing all classifieds, and rang me straight away. Handy too, that it was just up the road at Eugowra. (160 km) The seller is a nice bloke, who cant stand things being wasted if someone can use them, but had decided to thin some of his stash out. His very considerable stash. He said he'd had a Bellett too, and the motor was in the shed, so he'd give that in. He wasn't able to find it though. Its a big shed and theres a lot of stuff in there. We did find some of the Bellett though...... Attachment:
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Massey Ferguson small seeder with Bellett wheels..... Attachment:
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and swing arms and driveshaft..... that drives! A gear set up dispenses seed and propells the contraption. A stationary motor takes the place of PTO and tractor to drag it.  Perhaps I should call him back and see what he wants for it, just because its unique......and Bellettified.    Matt.
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm
Posts: 2612
Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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Bingo! Attachment:
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Grille complete!! Upholstery a bit spartan, seat a bit basic.... Attachment:
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But I've got two words for you,...........long.......wheelbase!! Attachment:
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 ............  Matt.
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bembokabellettbloke
Joined: Mon Oct 27, 2008 10:34 am
Posts: 819
Location: Bemboka NSW
Car(s): not enough!
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm
Posts: 2612
Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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So I had an hour, hmmm.......... Lets open the Bonnet.... Attachment:
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Seems Wasps are attracted to Wasps. So many mud nests, and the seller was busting them off as we chatted! Attachment:
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The engine number is different to original, so theres been a later 3 bearing motor fitted. Still has DC generator and reg fitted. And late aircleaner - is there an element to keep the Mudwasps out of the carbie? Attachment:
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of sorts  Attachment:
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but its done the job! Hmmm, grab fan, motor turns. This is good. Remove KLG plugs, squirt in WD40, take crank handle & wind over & over. Now test compression with thumb - all 4 good! Try starter - just a groan  Put in better plugs, try starter again - works! Hmm, no spark, but power to coil ok. Put in new points. Now sparky! OK, Aerostart. Spray, turn key, pop-pop-pop...... Fill carbie bowl with fuel, turn key........ HE LIVES!!! Started, ran, idled, no knocks, no rattles, no smoke........HOW GOOD IS THIS???? COMEOOOOOOOOOOOOON!!! I suppose its only been standing outside for 20 odd years, of course its probably gunna go! You think I'm excited?? Matt.
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redback
Joined: Sun Oct 05, 2008 10:21 pm
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Location: Darwin NT
Car(s): Isuzu Bellett, VG Commodore Ute, Custom Chopper
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Nice one Farmer......
Nothing better than hearing a motor run after so long in hibernation.
Congrats!
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm
Posts: 2612
Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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Thanks Neil, these little motors never cease to amaze me. In fact, I've never brought a Bellett/Wasp/Flo home that hasn't ran, if the motor was still fitted to the car. And some standing lenghts have been 12 years, 12 years, 20+ years, and 30 years! All ran after a couple of hours of mucking around. I forgot a detail - Attachment:
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Cab light still intact and working! Incongruity! Cheers, Matt.
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oz_toffa
Joined: Fri Sep 26, 2008 6:16 am
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Location: Adelaide north near the hills.
Car(s): Roman Red 1965 Sedan, Mint 67 Sedan Auto, 1967 GT , 1.5x 1967 sedans, 1968 Deluxe Sedan, 1965 Wasp Ute (Resto project)
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nice find Matt. and yes most of the Bellett's i have found do the same thing. unless the previous owner ran it low on oil, and then it runs with a distinct rattle at idle glad to see she is so complete too keep those photos coming in OZ
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GTtoo
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Car(s): 1964 GT Isuzu Bellett
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm
Posts: 2612
Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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So I'm looking back over old threads, and this one is not up to date. I must fix this. I know this more recent addition to the shot is a little....spartan, but its a Wasp, and restorable if a bloke is keen. I have found most of the bits, just short window frames and a seat. Anyway, I like the pic. But theres still no styleside!! Attachment:
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Cheers, Matt.
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Stickman
Joined: Fri Apr 10, 2009 11:29 pm
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Location: Kallangur, Brisbane QLD
Car(s): 3x1965 PR20(Donkey, Jenny n Bundy) 1 1969 PR20(Percy) 2 1968 PR20(Eugine n GT Donor) 1 1968 PR91 GT, 1 1965 Wasp
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Farmer wrote: Anyway, I like the pic. But theres still no styleside!! Attachment: 20150423_162716.jpg Cheers, Matt. 
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm
Posts: 2612
Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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Ha haaaa! Correct. YET!
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dave
Joined: Thu Sep 11, 2008 9:15 am
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Car(s): 1965 Wasp, 1966 Bellett, 1967 Bellett, 1969 Florian, 1973 Bellett GTR, 1976 Buick Opel by Isuzu, 1978 Gemini van
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So you have FOUR Wasps?
The LWB Wasp you have; is that a different one to Gary's?
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm
Posts: 2612
Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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Yeah Dave, now we have one each. My Wasp counts is now one more than Garys!  Cheers, Matt.
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Glenn
Joined: Tue May 10, 2011 2:23 am
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Location: Melb.
Car(s): '72 Sport Bellett (imported 180912), M/B AMG A35, i30, had Belletts in past, 2 sed, 3 GT's.
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Farmer wrote: So I'm looking back over old threads, and this one is not up to date. I must fix this. I know this more recent addition to the shot is a little....spartan, but its a Wasp, and restorable if a bloke is keen. I have found most of the bits, just short window frames and a seat. Anyway, I like the pic. But theres still no styleside!! Attachment: 20150423_162716.jpg Cheers, Matt. Looks like a big shed is now needed..........
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