Honda HR194 - weak transmission.

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c5vettster

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I am new to this forum but I figured this is the place to look for an answer to a potential project I am thinking of undertaking this winter. The house I purchased came with an HR194 lawn mower. A really solid unit. Despite its age it starts on a first pull and the blade-clutch system is bee's knee since my front yard is wooded with lots of small branches. The mower has a two speed self propelled system. However, it is too weak to actually propel the mower. If I lift the back, it will spin the wheels but I can hold the wheels with my hand and there is little resistance. In other words, it is slipping badly. I have seen some youtube videos indicating that this may be due to transmission needed to be refilled with lubricant. Can the experts here confirm that this is indeed the case. I wouldn't want to go through the troubles of removing the axle if the clutch is burned since the internal parts are no longer available.
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mechanic mark said:
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Oh how nice, it looks like the parts are readily available after all. What do you reckon is the matter with the unit? Is it the gears? It looks like I maybe able to buy a new one on ebay for $130. This may be cheaper than buying parts for it.
 
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c5vettster said:
Oh how nice, it looks like the parts are readily available after all. What do you reckon is the matter with the unit? Is it the gears? It looks like I maybe able to buy a new one on ebay for $130. This may be cheaper than buying parts for it.
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Absolutely, I am also suggesting this manual if you plan on performing maintenance & repairs.

Amazon.com : Honda HR194 HR214 HRA214 Lawn Mower Service Repair Shop Manual : Lawn And Garden Tool Replacement Parts : Patio, Lawn & Garden
 
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c5vettster said:
Crap, I was hoping it is something simple like a worn shift fork.
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No point in further speculation until you start to properly diagnose the unit. It could also be a slipping belt - check for grass buildup on the drive pulley on the crankshaft.
 
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redmondjp said:
No point in further speculation until you start to properly diagnose the unit. It could also be a slipping belt - check for grass buildup on the drive pulley on the crankshaft.
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Thanks, No I ruled out the belt, it is fits very tight, indeed.
 
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check out you tube for videos on all the Honda harmonies. There are a lot of transmission fixes on there.
 
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