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Just finished using the mower for the first time. I cut my 1 acre lawn and in doing so cut the back yard twice. I thought I would give some initial impressions of the machine based on my experience. I have broken this down into overall build quality, mowing performance, pros and cons...

Good Morning All. Sold my HRS215K5PKA to get a HRS216K6VKA. Updates from the K5 to the K6 include an adjustable, folding handle and a 1/2" higher cut. The difference in the PKA and VKA models is the self propelled drive system. I was injured in an automobile accident in 2018 and am still not...

Check out this page: https://peparts.honda.com/powerequipment#/browse/lm/hrr/hrr216/HRR216K3-VXA (Click on the bottom right image labelled "TRANSMISSION") There are two springs that are part of the drive system (items 8 and 9). Since the cable is connected to a lever of sorts, that is then...

A dealer in my town still has "new" vehicles as old as 2015 still on their lot. Don't ask me why, but so long as a paying customer does not take delivery of the vehicle and it does not exceed a certain number of miles it is still considered new. Despite how old your mower was, it was never sold...

You might also check that the belt appears to be under sufficient tension from the idler spring. Also check that the deck is level.

Machine weight, tire width/tread pattern and grass conditions are all important for getting traction. As for actually getting up the hill, the transmission must be capable of generating enough torque to move the mass of that machine and it's rider up that hill. With that being said, you want...

Any riding mower deck that is not pitched properly has the potential to throw clippings out from the front edge and back onto the top of the deck. Be sure to check the rake of the deck so that the back of the deck is 1/4 to 3/8 of an inch higher than the front of the deck. This is done by...

A brand new John Deere signature series comes with a 4-year warranty. although the transmission in the LX is a beefier one and that transmission is usually the one item in the riding mower that's going to take the most abuse, you cannot account for all of its use and in reality the new k46 in...

It's hard to see from the pictures but it is either a bent blade/spindle shaft or an unlevel deck. If you are able to safely get under the deck with a mower lift or similar you can check to make sure that the blades meet on the same level plane in the middle of the deck. Then while the mower is...

With decks more than 42" wide, or wider than the machine is almost certain that the left side (non-discharge) will stick out more than the the side with the chute. This is by design; referred to as the trim side of the mower. As for the stripes, unless you are being sure to line up the edge of...

This is the type of thing that you should be reporting to the Attorney General. Gather all of your facts including printouts and formal quotes from dealers and then send it on its way. At the same time notify the Better Business Bureau. I have had issues with manufactures but honestly the...

Not all is lost. New tires can be had for less than the $200 difference between your model and the new one. The dampened drive is not something that will make your operation any easier, nor will it make your cut any better. It is hard to know when you buy something whether or not a...

You can go for a Toro (32") or Hustler (34") with suspension seat (and/or suspension forks on the Hustler).

My LTX1050 cut beautifully. If you ever look at the tops of the older signature series decks and the new ones you will notice some slight design differences. One major issue with the old decks was the small idlers and the large angle that the deck blade would be subject to when the deck was...

Are you purely fishing for a reaction or do you legitimately have a problem with Honda mowers? First and foremost, I think you have a bit of a misunderstanding of how a mower is supposed to work. Under ideal mowing conditions, ANY mower with a sharp blade, running properly, and with a place...

While there are better machines out there, a Husqvarna riding mower equipped with a Tuff Torque K66 ELD transmission is the best you are going to get short of a Deere X500 series or a shaft driven machine such as the Cub Cadet XT3 series. The K66 in the Husqvarna is rated as "ground engaging"...

Can be done, and have seen it on YouTube but I would only advise on something with commercial hydrostatics, 3400's or higher. This is where it gets tough; ZTRs make excellent mowers, but they sacrifice versatility for the sake of being a task focused machine. I do not know what your budget is...

Rutting isn't just about machine weight, tire width will also factor into it. The lightest Rider type mowers are likely the 28"-30" snapper or Cub Cadet rear engine riders. With those machines the majority of the weight is on the rear wheels. A 42" front engine Rider will have a wider rear tire...

You will see a ton of people using an "impact wrench" while changing their blades but this is NOT advised. A torque wrench should always be used to tighten the blades back down. Follow your manual for the torque spec and whether or not anti-seize on the bolt threads is needed. ALWAYS start your...

Did you by chance ask why the person was selling it? Did you test it out before you purchased it? If it is only a year old it should still be under warranty. I am not sure if the warranty automatically transfers but you might want to ask the seller for the bill of sale from when they got it in...

You are correct, you cannot undo the harmful effects of ethanol once they have happened.

I don't know about a "month" but the issue is that Ethanol is harmful to the rubbers found in carburetors and fuel systems. Have you ever wondered why not all vehicles are capable of running E85? It's not just the computer that has to be capable of adjusting for the increased octane, but he fuel...

THE answer to your question: https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/faqs/browse/mower-oil-type-and-capacity.html Most small air cooled engines should run SAE30 should conditions permit. If running below 50 degrees F then 10w30. Both of those can and should be conventional oil...

I vote for Vanguard, then Kawasaki and then Briggs commerical in that order. I am not sure of pricing but my suspicions are that I have also listed them highest cost to lowest. My step dad has the 28hp Vanguard EFI in his Ferris IS2100 and it is a BEAST!

Either way, you have altered the rake of the deck by lifting up the front end. This rake is important to air flow and cut quality. If a mower is typically designed to have the back of the deck 1/4 - 3/4" higher in the back and you raise your mower almost 2" in the front, it is certain that you...

There is a lot to dissect in your post, but I will help give you some guidance with a few simple statements: Your mowing speed is not determined by the ground speed of the machine so much as it is the grass being cut, the terrain being navigated and your own ability to control that machine...

Be careful replacing o-rings or gaskets in caps as they are not all made to be "compatible" with fuel. Obviously an OEM part would be ideal. If I am not mistaken, all of these machines should have plastic tanks which can warp or the openings become "out of round" which would lead to persistent...

Cordless!! Most of the vibration in a trimmer comes from the motor and the fact that a single cylinder engine in naturally unbalanced. There are many options out there that would do all that you need as well as some having versatile attachment options. If you prefer to stick with...

The gas station that I get my E0 from has a separate dedicated pump about 50 feet from the others. It is very common for snowmobilers and boaters to trailer equipment right up to the pump and fill their machines. Back in the day you would see dedicated hoses at Mobile and BP for their three...

I do not have any experience with Troy-bilt equipment but I went back again and looked at the mower you are interested in. I do see that they have their own "tri-action" system which utilizes a couple of unique features to their line of mowers. There are hundreds of reviews on the XP lineup of...

Where I live, there has been no change in the price of ethanol-free gasoline. We still pay $3.59 per gallon for 90 octane E0. Regular octane 87 E10 is from $0.88 to $1.49 per gallon depending on where you go. I do not mind paying full price for the E0 in town, as I use it in all of my...

Reviews on these are pretty good, but I just cannot get over the fact that these mower manufacturers are starting to piece the deck together using both metal and plastic. While a "plastic" deck like on the HRX is certainly fine, using a lower quality material that is bolted to the metal on the...

I changed the oil on my HRX for 7 years not paying any attention to the amount of oil coming out of the engine, but I did always run it first for 5-10 minutes before turning it over to drain. If you have the ability to, you can also pull oh so gently on the pull cord while it is on it's side...

Any ONE person with a bad experience with their ELS, which has likely happened, COULD give you a warning about the ELS series of engines but what would that persuade you to do? A person with a bad experience is 10x more likely to share it than a person with a good experience, that is unless they...

Outside of a catastrophic engine failure, it should not be too difficult to get it running. Based on the age and the fact that it was likely used with Ethanol containing fuel, there are a number of issues related to hoses and gaskets to consider. Go through the normal array of checking and...

I was thinking a bit about this thread as I like the "idea" of battery powered equipment while it is not practical in my current situation. In my immediately family there are at least 7 household where cordless equipment is not only possible but practical. In fact, I would think that if they...

Improving the efficiency of the internal combustion engine or use of alternative fuels will be our salvation!!!!

As with all things cordless, the durability and longevity lies on the technology that the manufacturer chooses and in doing so, the cost that is passed along to the consumer. A battery is not to be considered a "fuel" source, but rather a source of "power." Electric-powered motors can...

The Price on the Ferris is pretty good!! I was in the market for a new mower last year and the 400S would have cost me about $4100 with the Briggs. And I am not bashing any of these brands either; my step-dad has a Ferris and loves it. As for the warranty, it speaks for itself. If a...

Not sure of which model you are using, but the manual for the HRX217HYA states "Operate the blade control lever with a quick and complete motion, so the blade control is always either fully engaged or released. This will help to prevent stalling the engine, and will also extend the service life...

I know one person with a Bad Boy, although I do not know which model, but it is a 54" deck with a Kohler engine and they really like it. One of the issues that they have with their specific mower is that the control levers are not adjustable for and aft which for this user makes the controls a...

I I do not have one personally, and I know that Exmark and Toro make ones for their lines of mowers, but there is a company down in Tennessee that makes a universal bucket holder that would work on many mowers, especially ZTRs that utilize a ROPS or tubular frame. Here is a link to their...

I wonder if this is some type of inherent design flaw with some of the small briggs engines? I was reading a handful of reviews on the new Toro Super Recycler with the 190cc 8.75 engine and multiple owners commented that it would randomly want to cut out and die as if it was being starved of...

I wan interested in this SuperTech oil so I started looking into it. I got a little concerned when Walmart's site only brought up an SAE30 that is a bar and chain oil with "tack additives." A Google search then found a non-detergent SAE30 lubricating oil that is "Not For Use In Automotive...

First mow of 2020. Exmark Radius E 48" cut at 3.5" side discharge, double cut. Grass type: likely Fescue and KBG.

I do not know the size, but Briggs makes two of their own drains. One is the plastic quick drain with the replaceable hose. The other is a permanent option which I had used on my 18hp Briggs. I have included a link to that hose. You can ask Briggs directly and they can tell you if it will fit...

Kawasaki offers an entire lineup of oils for their small air cooled engines. https://www.kawasakienginesusa.com/engine/accessories/kawasaki-4-cycle-engine-oil.html Pick whichever one fits your application. Most genuine tune up kits include the 10w-40 but if you can fit within the operating...

True mulch kit with baffles to isolate blades should ALWAYS be used with wavy mulching blades! Gators are still considered side discharge blades and will result in poor performance. Side discarge blades are designed to do one thing, move clippings towards the chute and out from under the deck...

If you read any reviews on the Ariens ztrs, especially the Ikon X and XL, there have been many complaints about deck noise and rattling. No offense to Gravely owners out there, but I think that the entry level mowers in these lines have some quality issues. I had a Cub Cadet years ago that I...