Repairs GXV140 engine threw a rod - what will need fixing?

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Hi, I have a HR215HXA mower, and something (a rod or crankshaft) punched a hole in the engine housing. 20170520_165659 (1).jpg

What will need fixing and is it worth it?

Honda HR215K1HXA
S/N MZAM-6250714
Engine S/N GJAB-7330760

-Robert
 
rlw1 said:
Hi, I have a HR215HXA mower, and something (a rod or crankshaft) punched a hole in the engine housing. View attachment 32630

What will need fixing and is it worth it?

Honda HR215K1HXA
S/N MZAM-6250714
Engine S/N GJAB-7330760

-Robert
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The first question is why did it threw a rod and punch a hole in the housing? Yes you can replace a rod and patch the hole but will the repair job last? You can only know this by taking it apart to see what happen.
 
Hi Robert,

Your best option would be to find a good used engine on Craigslist.

I suspect no or low oil lead to the failure. Was the machine used on a hilly lot? Operating the machine at an angle would not be good either, as this engine doesn't have a pressurized oil system (as far as I can tell from my Intertec repair manual).

Regards

Jeff
 
jp1961 said:
Your best option would be to find a good used engine on Craigslist.
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Lots of luck there but who knows, more likely to find a used mower on craigslist. Check out E bay for a used engine. Just because you have a hole in the engine case doesn't make it junk. Take it apart and find out why. Also you might be able to find a short block. I don't know your mechanic skills or equipment so if you have none you will be much better off with a nice new complete mower.
 
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