Given that the GCV190 engine does not have an iron cylinder liner, ball bearings on the crankshaft, etc., how long should the engine last on an HRX217HYA mower, assuming it's used once a week on a residential lawn? Will the engine last 5-10 years, or 15-20 years, as is the case with Honda's commercial quality engines?
My neighbor has had two HRX217s and both developed rough running and hard starting problems within the first two years of use, due I assume to dirty carburetors.
Questions:
1) What is the expected lifespan of the GCV190 engine?
2) What are the main differences between the GCV190 and the commercial quality engines?
3) Is it recommended that owners install a fuel filter to keep the carb clean?
4) Assuming the carburetor stays clean, should an owner expect the engine will start easily and run smoothly for the life of the mower?
My neighbor has had two HRX217s and both developed rough running and hard starting problems within the first two years of use, due I assume to dirty carburetors.
Questions:
1) What is the expected lifespan of the GCV190 engine?
2) What are the main differences between the GCV190 and the commercial quality engines?
3) Is it recommended that owners install a fuel filter to keep the carb clean?
4) Assuming the carburetor stays clean, should an owner expect the engine will start easily and run smoothly for the life of the mower?