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    Problem with a Honda GXV610 engine!

    I have a Honda lawn mower equipped with a Honda GXV610 engine. It’s a V-twin, carbureted engine. Recently, it started backfiring/popping intermittently, as if it were missing a firing cycle every now and then. The ignition system has just been replaced. The previous spark plugs were not very...
  2. J

    Honda, Harmony II problems. Hit a board with a blade and now barely runs.

    Hi, I am looking for help. I have a Honda Harmony II (HRR216K3VXA) that was running fine earlier today. (In advance, I don't think I have a problem with gas, carb, or spark plug. I need to change the oil, but the level is fine.) I hit a board buried in the grass (growing season is underway)...
  3. J

    Cleaning out the shed of vintage Honda mower parts

    All, I am starting the process of downsizing my home and outdoor equipment. I have plenty of vintage Honda mower parts that I would like to see someone else get use out of the items. Some of the items are: Running GXV 140 engine on aluminum deck. Two sets of upper handlebars from HR215 and...
  4. P

    Having trouble finding a HONDA HRX217K6HZA replacement battery

    I have an electric start Honda HRX217K6HZA. Evidently the original SHR3.6-12 12V-2.8Ah batteries are almost non existent! Only thing I've found that will fit IN the battery box is one of these...
  5. M

    Honda mulching performance

    I've got a HRR216VKA mower. Is there a better mulching blade than the Honda OE? My blades are in good shape, and I just sharpened them, but they don't seem to mulch well. I have double and triple checked my installation, and everything seems correct. The problem is they seem to blow down the...
  6. T

    Honda composite deck side discharge chute

    Does anyone have a link to someplace that sells a side discharge chute for these machines? the deck is all the same on the composite deck models. doesn't matter if it has the my pace speed self propel or the different speeds unit the deck is the same. I love this machine, but it clumps the grass...
  7. Etbrown44

    5-6 hp Honda Gcv160 Horizontal

    Been a great motor. Drained tank end of last season. This season it starts fine but wants to backfire some through carb and blew air filter off. Runs well without air cleaner. Suggestions.
  8. O

    Honda HRR216 K3 controls

    Okay, I have had 3-4 HRR216s, one keeper, several fix-and-sell. The latest is an older K3 model with BBC and throttle control (all my priors have been single speed, Auto Choke, etc.) So this one is being a bit more problematic. Prior owner changed out the carb, no idea what else he monkeyed...
  9. K

    Honda HRR216 smart drive cable not adjusting properly

    My Honda HRR216 self-propelled mower has been kicking my butt lately because the self-propelling feature stopped working and it has turned into a push, push, push, mower. This mower model has an issue with the rear wheels locking up when pulling it backwards. Honda issued a service bulletin...
  10. AgentDoug

    Karcher G2500VH Pressure Washer Help

    I know this is a lawn mower repair forum, but I figured I would try my luck. I bought a used Karcher G2500VH pressure washer with no water pump. Using a caliper, I found that the shaft from the Honda GCV 160 engine is exactly 20mm (a hair over 3/4"). I haven't been able to find this water...
  11. C

    Honda HRC216K3 Engine cylinder head question

    Hello All: I have a Honda HRC216K3 Engine cylinder head that has developed unleaded fuel residue both on the intake valve and the valve chamber. My question is how to remove the unleaded fuel residue. Any tips are appreciated and suggestions. I have attached a few pictures to this post.
  12. B

    Honda GCV 160 LAO motor bent shaft.

    neighbor has a bent crank shaft. Are all Honda 160 engines on walk behind mowers interchangeable? Same shaft length and diameter?
  13. SouthWestern

    Honda GX 160 Engine -- erratic running

    A non-starter this morning, (after some months unused) and after fresh fuel and a quick carb clean: The engine starts smoothly, and seems to run great. After a minute or two, it starts to cough, splutter and backfire, but mostly doesn't stall. Then after a few seconds (10? 20?) it then bursts...
  14. Wazza65

    Honda EU22i Generator: Too hard to pull over.

    I have a Honda EU22i (same as 2200i I'm told) Generator, which is very hard to pull over. You can not pull it over quickly enough for it to fire up. It sat for two years. It started and ran for about an hour, then bogged down and was shut off. Ever since, it's been very hard to pull over with...
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    Honda HRN 216

    I have a Honda HRN216VKAD, with the GCV170 engine bought new in the box from Home Depot on line this year. The engine model is GJAUA 2361122MY03 with a punch mark on the data plate and blue dot so the recalled camshaft on these engines was done I assume at the factory. 12 Hours run time, Well I...
  16. Lavenderjim

    Honda 1011 Harmony manual PTO problem

    I have a 1992 or so Harmony 1011 riding mower that is new to me. I use it to cut the grass between my lavender rows on my farm. I used it twice and the blade belt snapped. I got a new belt got er installed but now the PTO set up seems backwards. When the lever is off the belt is taut and when...
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    Honda HRN 216 Mower

    Hi, I have a Honda HRN216VKAD, with the GCV170 engine bought new in the box from Home Depot on line this year. The engine model is GJAUA 2361122MY03 with a punch mark on the data plate and blue dot so the recalled camshaft on these engines was done I assume at the factory, Runs great, it leaks...
  18. D

    2025 Honda HRX217 HYAA

    Tried to see reviews on this model .. no luck or expired. This one was used once.. $850. I have a 1998 JX75. … had since new ..still going semi strong… new blade clutch, cables etc… rear brass bearings not so good- tranny so so. Is this a good replacement? Should I look for a cheaper alternative?
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    Honda H4518H HSA/C - Broken Pulley Shaft - Help sourcing a part!

    Hello! I am very new to vehicle maintence in general, and am currently at a loss for what to do here. I have a honda riding mower that broke a belt I replaced. Then a shaft holding a pulley for the belt broke. I have ordered a replacement part twice and both times the orders get cancelled. I...
  20. D

    Honda HRR2167VXA mower vibration

    I have a Honda HRR2167VXA mower that has recently developed a bad vibration. The blades have been replaced, so I do not suspect that to be the issue. The vibration is worse when the mower is started up, and it smooths out some when the blade is engaged. The self propelled drive seems to be...
  21. S

    Honda gxv140 timing mark?

    Morning all. My issues continue with the HRM215HXA. Resolved the high revving during witch I had to reset the timing, I had done it before but this time I could not find the timing mark on the crankshaft. Even had my daughter look. Did the TDC during the compression stroke thing but now it runs...
  22. G

    Suspension kit for Cub Cadet RZT-L 46 Honda

    I would like to add some suspension to my RZT-L 46 zero turn. I don't want to spend a fortune on a suspension seat. I would appreciate some suggestions. My mower is a 2017 model year.
  23. S

    Honda GXV over revving

    Hi all. Back with another issue on my (~2004) Honda HRM215HXA with a GXV 140 engine. Replaced the lower oil seal and oil pan gasket together and put it back together, Started right up but was max revving and would not slow down. Turns out had to replace a broken governor sleeve and reset the...
  24. wherzwaldo93

    Honda HRZ216TDA self-propel not working

    Last week during my mow, self propel stopped working. I may have heard a sound but had a ear buds in and can't recall exactly. I manually pushed the mower to finish my mow. Nothing happened when engaging the clutch lever. Upon looking under the mower, I saw that the v-belt had slipped and was...
  25. dougand3

    MTD Honda Clone Fuel Delivery or 60 PSI Compression?

    11A-A22J766 mower. Engine is a Chinese Honda clone 140cc. I cleaned carb w/ USC = no joy. New carb installed = no joy. Valve lash good at .005 Int & Exh. I can only get a 3 second run - seems moderately strong. Sounds like fuel delivery, eh? Fuel line flows adequately out of tank. Governor...
  26. U

    Starter reluctant to engage flywheel on Honda GXV630

    I have a Cub Cadet LXT-L46 Fab with the Honda GXV630 engine and about 9 months ago I replaced the starter and ever since then more often than not, the starter will just click, click, click and nothing happens and finally it kicks in and spins the engine. Upon a close inspection I realized that...
  27. N

    Honda GCV 160 smokes

    I have a Honda GCV160 engine that smokes at start up. The oil was a bit over filled. Not terribly. I fixed that and it still smokes a bit at start up. It goes away after 5 to 10 seconds. Passed a leak down test with flying colors. A little bit of air leaking out the oil fill tube. The valves...
  28. H

    honda mower with autochoke runs for 3-5 min and then stops?? i cleaned the carb and linkage.

    mower with autochoke runs for 3-5 min and then stops?? i cleaned the carb and linkage.
  29. B

    New Honda Blowing Smoke Signals

    Hi People I have a couple questions, so I had a 20 yo Honda HRR mower with the gcv160 engine, never burned any oil between changes never got a puff of smoke on startup unless I turned it upside down for some reason, deck was shot so I bought a new Honda HRN216 from HD with the GCV 170 engine...
  30. M

    Honda hr214sx engine on 215 deck

    Has anyone put a 214 engine on a 215 deck? are there anty compatibility problemswith the 214 transmission fitting? TIA
  31. S

    Honda 1211 reconnect wires to ignition switch

    I hope someone can help me, I’m struggling to re-connect the wires to my ignition switch on my Honda 1211 ! The three wires I have are White, Brown and Orange, could anyone tell me which wire connects to which terminal G L S M and B please ? Many thanks in anticipation
  32. J

    Have tote full of vintage Honda 214/215SX parts that I need to clean out of my shed.

    Hello all, I have a tote full of Honda HR 214 and 215 SX parts that I need to clean out of my shed as a start to cleaning out/downsizing. Gas tanks, wheels, transmissions, clutch parts, handles and controls, misc bolts and nuts, you name it I probably have it. I also have a complete running GXV...
  33. R

    Honda HRX217VKAA grass in discharge mulching

    I am continually having grass clipping in the discharge area when I have the mower in the mulching position. Is anyone else having this issue? The last sentence in the attached picture states "In full mulch mode, the door is completely closed. All clippings will be finely mulched and directed...
  34. T

    Honda GX200 main jet screwdriver

    I have a GENUINE Hoda GX200 with a GENUIUNE Keihin carburetor that I need to do a thorough cleaning on. I have B&S 19061 and 19062 hollow ground "jet" screwdrivers. Neither one will engage the slot main in the main jet ! What do you use to remove the main jet ?
  35. L

    JD 345 Honda GSX 630 Engine Swap Hood Modification?

    I swapped out the Kawasaki FDV590 water cooled for a new Honda GSX 630 air cooled. Everything runs like it should after some effort. However with the hood on, I am thinking air circulation may be too limited as the hood is a total enclosure configuration. There are vents on the sides of the...
  36. J

    What is a good price for a one year old Honda HRX217?

    Since it is hard to find these Honda gas mowers new nowadays, what would be the highest price you would consider paying for an HRX217 with the sought after hydrostatic drive? I had one years ago and sold it to my neighbor of which she gets great use of it but I sometimes regret selling it when I...
  37. C

    Honda HRX217K5VAA dead engine options

    I am looking for advice on a Honda HRX217K5VKAA mower (manufactured 2-14-2016) with a dead engine. The engine has no compression – I did a compression test, checked to see if a valve was stuck open (both opened and closed fine) and have reached the conclusion it has a broken rod. I removed the...
  38. F

    Honda GCV160 RPMs won't go down

    I am at my wits end. I cannot get the RPM on this Honda GCV160 to go down. I have adjusted the idle screw and the governor arm. I can't get it to reduce. Here is what I'm talking about
  39. J

    Honda GVC 190 shutting down

    I have a Ryobi pressure washer with a Honda motor. A GVC190. After it runs for about five minutes and it shuts off so I took the car apart, cleaned it cleaned out the fuel tank and cleaned the fuel lines and I also cleaned thegas tank cap to make sure it was venting properly
  40. J

    Honda GCV 190 pressure washer

    pressure washer runs for about. 5 minutes, then shut down. I cleaned the car and cleaned the fuel tank blew out the fuel lines. There's no trash in there. I've cleaned the fuel cap to make sure it's venting properly, but still after all of that it is still shutting down after about five minutes...
  41. F

    Hot-wire a Honda 4518 Ignition Switch

    The ignition is stuck in the off position. It's been kind of flaky for a few years. But always worked, until now. I looked online for a replacement part, they don't make it any more and everyone, except eBay is out. Used are selling for $75 and up. Anyway, what I'm wondering is if anyone knows...
  42. V

    Honda won't start without starting fluid

    Hi guys, I was just given a troybilt push mower with a honda engine on it. They couldn't get it to run. I cleaned the carb but it will only start with starting fluid. So I took the carb off and cleaned it again. Still won't start. One shot of starting fluid and one pull and it starts fine. The...
  43. S

    Honda HRM215 HXA self propel issue

    Morning all. Been repairing mowers as a hobby off and on for aver 15 yrs but I am stumped with my own mower. The mower is a 20+ yr old (~2004) Honda HRM215K2 hxa which was down to 1 speed (slow). I changed the drive belt and drive cable. For the first 2 mows it worked great (no tranny issue I'm...
  44. Perry

    Does a GCV160 (Honda) have a fuel filter?

    Can't see an external one. Perhaps inside the fuel tank? The GCV160 motor on my leaf vacuum has suddenly started 'hunting,' quite badly,
  45. B

    Honda HRX217TDA Spring on Discharge Chute

    Hello, would anyone have a pic of properly installed springs on the rear discharge door/chute for this Honda HRX217TDA? Thanks I think the springs are OK but it looks like each one is over $50 so I don't want to mess it up. Thank you.
  46. B

    Honda Spring maintenance

    A little Spring maintenance today while the Honda is still in the basement, sharpened and balanced the blades. Next, I’ll bring the snowblower down, and swap the two out, oil change once I get her up to the shop.
  47. FloridaRob352

    Honda gxv630 surging at mid/high speeds

    Engine idles fine at low idle. Give it throttle and it steadily surges. Engage the blade PTO and the surging stops. Pulling a plug wire off each cylinder causes a miss and stops the surging until replaced. Both cylinders identical effect. This is what I've done: -Disassemble and clean carb...
  48. W

    Honda gx690 low power

    Hi everyone.. I just went solo and bought from my old boss the equipment I've used for the last 2-3 yrs. Long story short.. Honda gc690 GCAPH TXA2 Ser#2023678000000 the engine starts and runs but the power is not good...I was at the power wash store (not for the power problem) when one of the...
  49. B

    Replacement for Husqvarna 7021P high rear wheel 21 inch push mower with honda motor.

    Any suggestions for currently made equivalent push mower ?
  50. dimzel

    Honda repair manual

    Does anyone have access to service / repair manuals for Honda mowers? I would be very thankful if someone could send me one for my Honda HRX426C mower! Manualslib only contains owner manuals... also Google doesn't help.
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