Just got this unit and was wondering how to fnd the date of manufacture. Also 1 push rod was bent and I am wondering what the valve clearance should be
Welcome fellow Canuck! The valve clearance is .005"-.007" on both. I don't know how to read their serial numbers. I wanted to rebuild one on my HR215 mower but could not source gaskets. GX140 gaskets are readily available, go figure.
check the aftermarket suppliers, Stens, Rotary, Oregon & Prime Line.
From memory Prime line ran the widest range of Honda gasket kits.
Unfortunately they pulled out of OZ a while back & I tossed their catalogue.
Welcome fellow Canuck! The valve clearance is .005"-.007" on both. I don't know how to read their serial numbers. I wanted to rebuild one on my HR215 mower but could not source gaskets. GX140 gaskets are readily available, go figure.
Some of the HR214 engine gaskets have the same part # as for the HR215. Go to https://peparts.honda.com/powerequipment#/browse to get part #'s and then go to boats.net to get prices (and order) these parts.
Also, I have an HRC215 with the same GXV140 engine, and the valve clearance specs are .006" (in) and .008" (exh) as per the service manual.
