shadyady 24 #1 Posted January 8, 2016 (edited) Is the v8 model a actual v8 engine or model number? Edited January 8, 2016 by shadyady Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,937 #2 Posted January 8, 2016 Pretty sure the V designates a vertical shaft engine, as opposed to the horizontal varities. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shadyady 24 #3 Posted January 8, 2016 are right ye I understand that so that v8 model is like a Westwood type set up thanks for that mate you lot certainly know your stuff will efo be attending the Ripon show hope to see if and your machines thanks for all help ,advice and comments on my first horse 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,937 #4 Posted January 8, 2016 Doubt I'll make that show... as we've got the big blue pond between us. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,207 #5 Posted January 8, 2016 They were designated Commando and Charger V7 and V8 in 1969 and 1970 and Craig is spot on. The V7 and V8 were 7 and 8 horse vertical motors. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shadyady 24 #6 Posted January 8, 2016 Was they any good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,937 #7 Posted January 8, 2016 I believe typically, they were used for light duty mowing applications. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-101plowerpower 1,589 #8 Posted January 8, 2016 1 hour ago, shadyady said: are right ye I understand that so that v8 model is like a Westwood type set up thanks for that mate you lot certainly know your stuff will efo be attending the Ripon show hope to see if and your machines thanks for all help ,advice and comments on my first horse ah the uk wheel horse roundup at newby hall these guys will be going 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shadyady 24 #9 Posted January 8, 2016 I hope to get there also be great to meet you all Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shadyady 24 #10 Posted January 8, 2016 3 hours ago, AMC RULES said: Pretty sure the V designates a vertical shaft engine, as opposed to the horizontal varities. I feel the exact same way with all Wheelhorse I see for sale your way , and some great machines 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites