Repairs Honda Mower HRA215 SXA right wheel locks when pulling back - ratchet needed? HELP

[Diane007]

I've cleaned both left and right Ratchets. I used to lock when making turns to the left. After cleaning it now locks when pulling straight back. Forward is fine. Starts great. I'll replace the ratchet if that is what it takes but I want to make sure this is the problem. Any help is appreciated. Diane007

 

[mechanic mark]

http://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hpe/505ce88ef870022d24be0c17/rear-wheel-hra215-hrc215k1
great source for Honda parts

Engine not running, front wheels on ground & rear wheels off ground by placing a 4x4 or several 2x4 pieces of wood under deck try rotating rear wheels both ways & let us know what you find.

http://www.lawnmowerforum.com/members/list/r100.html?pp=30&pp=30

send robert@honda a private message, he's the go to guy for Honda's, just click on his name & include your MZAM number

 

[Diane007]

http://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hpe/505ce88ef870022d24be0c17/rear-wheel-hra215-hrc215k1
great source for Honda parts

Engine not running, front wheels on ground & rear wheels off ground by placing a 4x4 or several 2x4 pieces of wood under deck try rotating rear wheels both ways & let us know what you find.

OK, Left wheel rotates freely forward and sluggish backward, Right wheel rotates freely forward and backward.

 

[Diane007]

http://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hpe/505ce88ef870022d24be0c17/rear-wheel-hra215-hrc215k1
great source for Honda parts

Engine not running, front wheels on ground & rear wheels off ground by placing a 4x4 or several 2x4 pieces of wood under deck try rotating rear wheels both ways & let us know what you find.

http://www.lawnmowerforum.com/members/list/r100.html?pp=30&pp=30

send robert@honda a private message, he's the go to guy for Honda's, just click on his name & include your MZAM number

OK, Left wheel rotates freely forward and sluggish backward, Right wheel rotates freely forward and backward. (not sure I replied in the forum correctly since I didn't get a reply, My bad I'm sure)

 

[mechanic mark]

OK, Left wheel rotates freely forward and sluggish backward, Right wheel rotates freely forward and backward. (not sure I replied in the forum correctly since I didn't get a reply, My bad I'm sure)

read my edited post above, let us know how it goes after you contact robert@honda

 

[apwillard1986]

Generally the symptoms you are describing are indicative of worn rear axle bearings. It's fairly common on these mowers as they are not sealed bearings. The grease collects dust and dirt and over the years the bearings fail. You might pull the wheels and check the condition of the axle bearings. You'll find them pressed into the adjuster with the axle runnin through them...