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It would help everyone on this forum if you could elaborate on exactly the issue/s you are running into while removing the drive belt from a HRR2162SDA and why you believe you need to replace the drive belt. Perhaps a picture of the transmission area. By the way, the exact procedure isn't...

You don't trust what site?

wfsway, I'm currently restoring a HR214. I have finished rebuilding the GXV120 to perfection. Now I am concentrating on the Aluminum deck, 2-speed transmission, etc. In this postmortems you stated that you went away from the OEM adjuster wheel bracket bearing to a Sealed bearings. I was...

Sounds very good Sir. I like the RPM meter right there so you can see it. That's one of those polymer decks I didn't know they flex like that. I just got in from doing some media blasting on a HR214 aluminum deck, now I need to shower this coal slag off me. :)

Rock on, Brother. I'd like to see a video of that mower running after the cleaning.

Best of luck you, Sir. If you need assistance hit me up I'm pretty much on this forum from time to time. If you need to talk by other means just let me know. Or send it to me and I'll rebuild it for less. I kinda like doing these things it keeps me busy and I don't mind helping people out and...

monkman CoMo, Heh, that almost never happens unless the Carburetor is sooo old and neglected as hell. I never typed that you "Had" to buy a Ultrasonic cleaner. Just buy some carburetor cleaner and have at it. So you are out $3 to $5 if it doesn't work right....What the F%$k, Dude. And if you...

Provide a video of the mover running, up close picture if the throttle and governor area. I need the exact Honda model number. In the video demonstrate the low and fast idle conditions. Get yourself a cheap RPM meter. There are too many variables at play here in this situation. Just typing about...

On the contrary, At around $60 (OEM part) its more cost effective to dissemble and clean it up for free (at first try). If you have Skills and you are careful you can by a Ultrasonic cleaner (harbor fright) use that to clean all the parts. Think of it this way, if you at least try to rebuild it...

Can I ask you this (I didn't ask this before), how did you determine that the Carburetor is faulty?

After further investigation the Honda carburetor part number you need is P/N 16100-ZG9-M01

The pictures of the carburetor is after cleaning the carburetor in a Ultrasonic cleaner?

Whats a "AM carb" and what does "USC-ed" mean? You need to be very specific with me :) Anyway, the GXV model number should be on the block somewhere.

I do not know what the differences are. I'm good but not that good. If you need to be that granular, you can always call Honda Power Equipment headquarters in Atlanta and ask to speak to a Engineer per the differences.

Do this Doug. Provide me a picture of the Carburetor with all intake off. Also, these Carburetor are very rebuildable if you have Skills and a Ultrasonic cleaner and free time. I rebuild these Commercial grade carburetors often and with great success. You will need to fabricate a slotted screw...

Here is what you can do. Provide me the Model number and VIN of your Lawn mower. Here's the deal if the VIN is: MAMA-1000001-1158895 -> 16100-Z9M-811 MAMA-1158896-9999999 -> 16100-Z9M-J61

Along with what Mark said (need pictures at different angles), check for a bent crankshaft at PTO (or Power Takeoff) means lower portion of the crankshaft that is exposed after the oil sump and the blade attaches too.

GXV120

GXV120 Startup and initial break in.

I think those are my pictures, I recognize the corner of my garage and fence.

With respect to the first question. No rebore spares are unavailable. Is it splash or forced lubrication in that engine? This particular Honda Engine (GXV120) would probably be considered "splash lubrication". Perhaps someone else can verify. Can't see your updated pictures? I don't have...

Yes, I opened the case. See above for update.

Hello All, here are some pictures of the in-progress GXV120 build. Items done thus far. 1. Dissembled the engine completely and clean every part, bolt, nut, washer, etc. In a Ultrasonic cleaner. 2. Block bored to .50mm over and honed. 3. New piston (.50mm over), New piston rings (.50mm over)...

philipgonzales3 is a straight up Dude, he is going far.... :)

That sounds spot on there guy :)

This happened to me five years ago, a idle surging issue. Five years later, I'm refurbishing older Honda lawn mower models (E,g., HR214 and HR215, because they're plentiful and cheap and have a light aluminum deck) to their original luster. I would say I'm obsessed with Honda lawn mowers. Almost...

tadawson: O, shit you're right. That needs to be corrected first. The spring is not parallel between both ends. That could indeed explain some bad idle characteristics. Tadawson: I finally found a guy locally who bored and honed my GXV120 block to .050 over. This dude is actually a machinist...

Here is a page out of the GCV160 shop manual. It illustrates and has steps for proper governor adjustment. Providing the governor lever is not bend these steps should work for you. Also, have another person help you keep the lever secure while tightening down the faster. Here some advice, get a...

Hello Jeff, I found this online But I don't understand the clearance meaning of 0.20 +/- 0.02mm (0.008 +/- 0.001 in)

There is slight play for both the Intake and Exhaust valve to valve stem guide, more so with respect to the Exhaust valve. I can feel it at the spring end, as opposed to the combustion chamber end of the valve. If it's the valve stem guide it's going to be tough because I don't have special tools.

Here some pictures of the Cylinder head and Valves. I clean the cylinder head in a Ultrasonic cleaner and it came out pretty clean except for the exhaust runner and valve pocket, which I already started to grind out the carbon build up. I'm not entirely sure if this engine ever had valve steam...

Tom, no the cooling fins were clear of debris.

tom3: When I bought the HR214 (a month ago) I changed the oil and used 10W-30 (Conventional oil). Even after the oil change it still blow white smoke and today I tore it down.

Tadawson, thank you for the reply. By the way, before I tore the engine down it was blowing white smoke however the white smoke dissipated after it the engine warmed up. When it ware warmed up is was blowing less white smoke (if that makes sense). Let me know your thoughts.

Tadawson, did you replace the piston too?

Hello Everyone, I tore down my GXV120 and I took some pictures of initial important parts and surfaces. At a first look at surfaces, from a wear perspective how do the pictured look? I just need some advice on replacing or reusing?. Secondly, from a piston perspective replacing piston and rings...

Tadawson, this machine shop (Accurate Cylinder and Sleeve works) has services offered on Ebay and positive reviews. So I assume they do good work. Here is a sample service offered on Ebay...

Tadawson, here is the name Accurate Cylinder & Sleeve Works 24230 Kuykendahl Rd STE 310 #148 Tomball, TX 77375

I'm in Texas, I found a place near Houston that will bore & hone for $55. So I will tear down my GXV120 and GXV140 and send them down. I plan to go 0.50 over STD bore to get a little more HP.

Hello All, I was wondering if anyone knows of a small machine shop (in the Continental United States) that performs cylinder boring and honing with respect to lawn mower engines.

I bought a used HR215 (from original owner who bought it on 5/20/1994). Got it home and changed the oil, cleaned the Carburetor (just sprayed it with carburetor cleaner, didn't take it apart) and put the carburetor back on. The issue is the engine will only smooth out when it is in full choke...

Well fellas, I bought a package deal from the original owner. The HR215 SX (mentioned above) and a HR214 SX, both for $220. The HR215 (GXV140 engine) run clean and the HR214 (GXV120 engine) runs rich. I believe I got a pretty good deal. Here are some pictures while still in my truck bed.

Hammermechanic man, interesting. Thank you for the insight.

The Predator 173cc vertical engine is a Honda Clone. I do not know the name of the manufacture, I will only assume that the Predator 173cc vertical engine is not on par with Honda GXV series engines in terms of quality.

One more question. I know the current commercial GXV160 series engines have a cast iron cylinder. Does the GXV140 engines also have a cast iron cylinder?

I will be traveling (50 miles) to inspect the lawn mower in person and then determine its condition in person on Saturday.

I have a chance to buy a HR215 SXA in excellent condition. I have only talked to the owner on the phone (have not see the HR215 in person yet). The seller is the original owner and he has maintained the lawn mower religiously and always garage kept. My question is (to the Honda Guru's) is this...

I have a chance to by a HR215SXA model for $200 and it's in very good condition (from original owner), but I just don't understand the difference with respect to the transmission. Perhaps the Honda Gurus can help me out here, thanks.

I'm about 80% complete with my first GCV160 rebuild (replacing a bent crank shaft), just waiting on on two parts (flywheel bolt and PTO drive pulley). Then I will be able to test my skills. I found torque specs for the GCV160 and utilize proper nut & bolt specs throughout the rebuild. Hopefully...