Cushman Engine Almost Done

[timefink1]

What year was that engine made?

[SmallEngineMechanic]

@timefink1

This type is was made in the early 1920s.

[cavemanperiod]

Hi,

I have just bought a well looked after REO mower. It also has leather straps on it. But they are 2 of them. I think they are 2 for better balance.

My guess for their function is that, as someone has already said, they were keeping the dirt from entering the shroud. Just a guess.

[500passwords]

cool engine buddy :)

[805ROADKING]

Good lookin' Oiler Buddy!!☺

[1944johndeerel]

sure is a nice engine i like the rad cooling system. our cushman is tank cooled.

[GatheringSticks]

interesting engine

[crankupchris]

Nice little engine that, cant wait to see it running!