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VKA K1-K5 or K6 ?
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cruzenmike
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K1-K4 had the Smart Drive self propelled system and the 190cc engine. Small changes over the years likely included odds and ends in the hardware but as far as I know the engines and decks were all the same. K5 introduced the Select Drive self propelled system with the rotary knob to determine our max speed when the handle is depressed. I believe that this model has a different transmission part number as well as some other small parts in the drivetrain. K6 brought the new 200cc engine. I am not sure of any other significant changes from K5 to K6. It is always best to get the correct manuals for your specific mower. As for the service manual, it is not likely that you will need to do anything outside of what the supplied owner's manual instructs. If you care to go beyond those maintenance items, just get the correct manual and be cautious as some work is intended only for a professional.
Congrats on the new HRX by the way!
Congrats on the new HRX by the way!
Thanks. My previous mower was a 21" Snapper that I bought 25 years ago. I have always liked the Snapper but secretly lusted after a Honda for many years. This year I tallied the repair parts I needed to bring the old girl back to her prime, including replacing the original Intek 6hp B&S engine. Came up with around $380 in new parts, not including my labor. So I sold the Snapper and bought a HRX217VKA last week. It's a big machine compared to my old Snapper. The Honda started first pull but died a minute or two later, that had me worried till I figured out the fuel valve was closed.
I would go back to the dealer you purchased it from and ask them if they have one you can look at. If you like it, purchase through them. This will get you in good graces with them and you will have a friend who you can ask questions down the road if needed.