Hi,
I have a Honda HRN216VKAD, with the GCV170 engine bought new in the box from Home Depot on line this year. The engine model is GJAUA 2361122MY03 with a punch mark on the data plate and blue dot so the recalled camshaft on these engines was done I assume at the factory, Runs great, it leaks oil out of the valve cover (its not like they skimped on sealant either) easy fix, I can live with it for now and I plan to deal with the warantee at the end of the cutting season. My concern is that when it sits for a few days there is a puff of smoke when it starts. Maybe 12 hours on the engine, not above full mark on the stick, 10w-30 etc. Would think this indicates valve stem seal issues leaking oil into the cylander when it sits rather than rings Any thoughts,
If so thank you
I have a Honda HRN216VKAD, with the GCV170 engine bought new in the box from Home Depot on line this year. The engine model is GJAUA 2361122MY03 with a punch mark on the data plate and blue dot so the recalled camshaft on these engines was done I assume at the factory, Runs great, it leaks oil out of the valve cover (its not like they skimped on sealant either) easy fix, I can live with it for now and I plan to deal with the warantee at the end of the cutting season. My concern is that when it sits for a few days there is a puff of smoke when it starts. Maybe 12 hours on the engine, not above full mark on the stick, 10w-30 etc. Would think this indicates valve stem seal issues leaking oil into the cylander when it sits rather than rings Any thoughts,
If so thank you