GCV160 vs GCV170 Ignition Coil

[ktrwn]

I'm pretty sure the ignition coil on my HRN216 (GCV170 engine) is the reason why it does not start. I have had trouble finding a OEM replacement (part # 30500-Z9V-003). A source I did find sells them north of $80 and they have to get them straight from distributors.

What are the implications of substituting said coil with one from a GCV160 engine (part # 30500-Z8B-903) which I found for $20. Visually they look nearly identical from pictures, but wanted ask here if there could be any issues I should know about.

 

[Scrubcadet10]

30500-Z9V-003 was superseded to a new part number according to parts tree,30500-z1t-023 and is $42 at Parts tree, https://www.partstree.com/parts/honda-30500-z1t-023/
or $40 at jacks, https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/part/honda/30500z1t023
with an aftermarket alternative https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/part/raisman/8060108
*See illengine's posts below

 

[ILENGINE]

The two sources for Honda parts that I have both show the 30500-z9v-003 out of stock and both list the price as under $10

 

[ktrwn]

The two sources for Honda parts that I have both show the 30500-z9v-003 out of stock and both list the price as under $10

Hey Ilengine,
Can you give me those two sources if you don't mind?

 

[ILENGINE]

@ktrwn My two sources are dealer distributors and don't sell to the general public.

 

[ILENGINE]

30500-Z9V-003 was superseded to a new part number according to parts tree,30500-z1t-023 and is $42 at Parts tree, https://www.partstree.com/parts/honda-30500-z1t-023/
or $40 at jacks, https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/part/honda/30500z1t023
with an aftermarket alternative https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/part/raisman/8060108

Double check that supercession. Partstree has a habit of throwing several parts up when they either don't have that part number or will list similar part numbers which may or may not be correct.. That part that you posted comes back being used on a FC600 tiller and two 2500 watt generators not a push mower engine.

 

[Scrubcadet10]

OP have a look through here

Honda Power Equipment Lawn Mower OEM Parts, Babbitts Honda Generator House

Shop our large selection of Honda Power Equipment Lawn Mower OEM Parts, original equipment manufacturer parts and more online or call at (231)737-4542

www.babbittshondageneratorhouse.com

 

[StarTech]

Also original PN appears to be still available.

 

[ktrwn]

Quick Update here: I was able to replace the coil part # 30500-Z9V-003 which is listed as $75.24 plus shipping

Honda Power Equipment HRN216 VKAA - MANA 1000001-9999999 FLYWHEEL / IGNITION COIL | CyclePartsNation Honda Parts Nation

Shop online for OEM FLYWHEEL / IGNITION COIL parts that fit your Honda Power Equipment HRN216 VKAA - MANA 1000001-9999999, search all our OEM Parts or call at 269-385-1540

www.hondapartsnation.com

with this one (part # 30500-Z9V-004) for $24.31 plus shipping

Honda Power Equipment 30500-Z9V-004 - COIL ASSY., IGNITION : CyclePartsNation Honda Parts Nation

www.hondapartsnation.com

Now it is starting up flawlessly. They look nearly identical, I assume the change from -003 to -004 may be due to a newer or improved part? Either case, I did end up saving money which was the main point. I hope this helps other folks.

 

[Scrubcadet10]

Thanks for coming back and letting us know.