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
Thank you,
Anybody else out the that is familiar with the GCV170 engine?
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sgkent
no but I have a 20 year old Toro with a Briggs that has done that since new. Is your Honda one that stores on end? If it is enough that it concerns you, I would follow Slomo's advise. You know it leaks oil. That should not be happening. Might have been someone's first day on the job, or they had a hot date to get to and cut corners.
