Hello,
New to forum, springs here and need to buy a new mower.
Self propelled died last year and I have been considering a Honda.
Considering the HRX series without the electric start.
Biggest downside of course is the price, but that's overcome if I fell the extra cost is worth it.
Not to be too forward, but I do have a couple of questions about things I have read and was wondering if there was some advice you could give.
I've read that there was/is some issues with carburetors. Any experience with bad carbs on the Honda's?
The same folks that had the carb issue, had issues with customer service or lack thereof, any feedback?
Thanks in advance.
I would highly recommend the Honda HRX217 models. I have the HYA, and it has been a great mower. I have not had any carb issues, but customer service has been great. You just need to find a good, helpful dealer.
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I got into a Honda Masters HR215 HXA last fall, I searched local (KC) Craigslist all summer for this model and one finally showed up. It was in decent shape, but I still replaced oil, air filter and spark plug. It is having trouble with dying when I engage the blade and I cleaned the carb spotless. That didn't help so I have a new carb on the way. Otherwise it runs great, cuts great, just wish I had a mulch plug and a better design for a striper. Looking forward to many years with this one.
HR215 K1 HXA MZAM-6263557
GXV140 Serial GJAB-7520228
Thanks for that info. The o-ring on the pilot jet plastic piece was pinched and deformed, I don't think it went back together just perfect. I wonder if it blocked or partially blocked the pilot jet or pilot jet air path, according to the Carburetor Check Sheet, this could create some problems.I cleaned my old carb and still had the problem you describe until I cleaned out the very small hole in the jet set pilot. Very easy to miss that super small hole.
I got into a Honda Masters HR215 HXA last fall, I searched local (KC) Craigslist all summer for this model and one finally showed up.
HR215 K1 HXA MZAM-6263557