Honda Lawnmower Clutch Noise Repair

[@doublewide6]

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[@pabloperez5031]

Really good video I did my self but I wish if you make a video how to puts back the clutch spring on Honda harmony hen 215 hax

[@handydad7608]

Great video, what is the torque setting for that clutch nut? Blades are about 40ft/lbs but I can’t’ seem to find the setting for that one.

[@martincyrany7544]

Ive had this noise for a couple of years. Progressively getting worse. I was getting geared up to repleace the trany. Took my bearing out and i could barely move it. You just saved me a wack of money and time. Awesome video. Thanks.

[@rbarr775]

For me, this was your most useful video of all. I hit an object with a nearly new $725 HRX217HYA and immediately noticed a disturbing vibration that would disappear when I engaged the blade. Obviously, here's the solution. I followed your method exactly and installed a new SKF 6204-2RS. All fixed. Thanks a bunch!

[@donaldbruno3017]

Thx for your excellent video, this was the problem on HR217 and repaired it with your tips. However this repair is not for the faint of heart ! You need a big vise to remove the bearing just like yours. And on HR217 you need to use the old bearing that you removed behind the clutch plate to press in the new bearing when you use the vise. Your video is excellent and it worked for me.

[@rahoulloubles]

Took clutch off to inspect, put some on blaster on bearing to see if it would help any. Put it back together and now blade is full on, I'm wondering if I put spring backwards. Honda GCV170

[@cliffordduhh45]

Came here to check if I had put the clutch ring back on the wrong way after replacing the drive belt. Ended up learning a whole lot more! Thanks for your videos.

[@RegSchmo]

Thanks for the video - you have given me some hope and something to check out. My 'horrible noise comes when I engage the blades - disengaged and fully engaged it runs fine but when Im in the process of engaging the blade the engine revs drop and I get an awful metal screeching sound (with a little puff of smoke) and once it picks up all is good??

[@DigZworld]

Any solutions?

[@LesHarrisT1leads]

Great Video... Have a HONDA HRX 5374 VYE and have a problem with the clutch not disengaging. Have replaced cable and clutch bearing as in your video. When I tighten the clutch center bolt the clutch locks up? Have tried everything and it is driving me nuts. Have you any idea what could be wrong? Your advice would be much appreciated.

[@Lanninglongarmmowing]

I need to get one of those adjustable height tables from harbor freight so bad. I could use it for so many different things. Great fix doublewide6!!! It's a lot cheaper to replace a bearing than it is the entire thing.

[@MrGoosePit]

It's nice that you were able to replace just the bearing and not the whole clutch. My neighbor has an old Honda. If I hear that screeching sound I'll be able to point him to this video! Thanks doublewide6!

[@doublewide6]

Yup you could save a few bucks by doing it this way.

[@DigZworld]

Great video. Used floor jack against my truck frame as press. Freezer trick worked great.

[@DigZworld]

Replaced bearing and no luck on squealing noise. Noise is worse when blade is engaged. My HRR2166VXA is making a squealing noise especially when the blade is engaged. What should I look for now? Everything works just fine but squealing is driving me crazy. I even put belt dressing on drive belt and it didn’t stop the noise. Thoughts?

[@ChristopherTreadway]

So I have an HRX that’s making a noise like that. Previous owner said motor was going bad but I’m thinking it’s something like this. Great video, thanks.

[@BrucesShop]

If I need the bearing I can come back to this video Thanks Bob.

[@doublewide6]

That is why I added of the video of how it sounds when it is bad.

[@billludwig287]

Question: My HRB216 when I engage the blade, it typically stalls several times before working correctly. Any suggestions to fix?

[@saygrey]

Why so they use a bearing with only the one side sealed. Im putting in a double sealed bearing in tonight $15

[@JimONeill-i1x]

After watching, I think that is the problem I have. Would this repair be the same on my Honda HRX217 mover? Thanks.

[@joachimpucher1115]

Thanks a lot for this video! I managed to repair my clutch. In my case the bearing was completely rotten and fell off with the blade. 😁

[@ramdanelimam7620]

HELLO THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO I HAVE THE SAME MODEL, BUT IT MAKES NOISE WHEN THE BLADES (CLUSH) ARE NOT ENGAGED, BUT AS SOON AS I ENGAGE THE LAMPS THE NOISE STOPS, IN YOUR OPINION DO I NEED TO CHANGE THE BERING?

[@HsingSun]

Thank you for the video. What cause the noise when I press the Smart Drive?

[@8racer51]

Where did you get that scissor lift table from?

[@retrorestore]

Nice simple fix Bob. Common problem on those mowers.

[@doublewide6]

Thanks Martin.

[@pandyahk2004]

I've HRU216 M2 mower and I've similar but little different issue here. I can't start my mower without pushing blade engaging lever in. It's very hard to pull cord without engaging the blade lever. I don't know is it a problem with clutch assembly? Any idea please.

[@martinradtke5181]

Thanks for the video...my HRX makes a squealing noise on shutoff. I was wondering where the noise was coming from. I'll check my clutch bearing this winter. Wow.... I'd replace those lawnmower blades...Thanks again for the video!👍

[@nathanielevans3084]

Great vid mate. Clear and no BS. How do you stop the engine turning when impacting the crankshaft bolt?

[@chipsjuicemoney5978]

These videos mean so much more now that Honda has discontinued manufacturing Power Equipment

[@nowaydefnotlex]

I have a more modern Honda like the one you didn't work on, the mower keeps disengaging. Can you give me advise on what's going on? I have no problem with the engine just the deck cuts out after only a few minutes.

[@vincedeluca226]

Good info. Thanks. My blade still won't engage fully. It does slightly, but when a load is put on it from average height grass, it quits spinning. The bearing has a few rough spot but is not making noise like your was. It could use replacement but is not frozen and spins freely. Was else could be wrong? The belt seems ok as the self propel works fine. Is the clutch bad or the belt stretched? I would appreciate your insight. Thanks.

[@Pureservize1]

I own a Honda mower had it for 7 years now. Thanks for making this video I will like it and if I need to replace mine this will help.

[@doublewide6]

Yes, but be aware Honda makes several different blade clutch versions. The ones with the big springs are a bit trickier.

[@Ramakan]

My Honda mower blade won’t DISengage. Any help?

[@steveanddara]

Great video. My Honda HRX217 has the opposite issue. It runs smoothly until I engage the self propel - then it "squeals". The faster the self-propel setting, the louder the squeal. Any thoughts??? Thanks!

[@ekavoian]

I just got a HRM 215. Have you done a video on replacing the Kill Cable on this lawnmower. Mine does not have spark?

[@zimm5352]

Great video, just what was wrong with my mower. Saved me a lot of grief!

[@mikeditomaso4451]

Good job. Have the same problem and you just gave me the solution. Thanks

[@philta9446]

Hey, great video, my clutch bearing is complete gone /broken down, I'm trying to take out the bolt that goes through the clutch assembly (after I take off the blade) but it keeps spinning,.. any idea how to get it to stop spinning, so I can remove it?

[@aleblanc3547]

Great way to press that bearing in and out. That bad bearing isn't one I've experienced on either of the two Honda's I've had , but if it does happen I'll know what it sounds like and how easy it is to fix. Thanks, Bob!!

[@doublewide6]

This mower was a landscapers and judging by the wheels it has high hours. Also the blades have some serious gouges.

[@danlaskowski]

Weird thing. My clutch slips when my mower warms up. I put a new clutch spring on. It seemed to help the last time but this time the mower is getting worse. Slips after I cut 1/2 the lawn.

[@nbpt1000]

I have a similar issue with some vibration. The Noise seems the same when the blade is engaged or not. I took the clutch apart and the bearings seem to be ok visually and by feel. However I realize there could be some tiny runout that is not noticeable by eye or feel. Is that the case here?. Could you tell the bearing was bad by sight and hand? Also there are 2 bearings. Any reason you did not change both? Thanks! Good video.

[@D0nk3yzz]

I am trying this and my bearing just will not budge. That thing is stuck in there. Any other tips on getting it out?

[@DrDennis]

I was told there is a lower and upper bearing on Honda HRR2166vxa? Is this true? Mine has this exact problem with noise. Thx

[@raulescobedo6915]

The bearing you're showing in the video will it fit a hrc216 or is there a different number that I need

[@bojantambur6296]

Hi friend,please help if you can :) I haw exactly same nois and simptomps like you on this video,my honda is HRB 476c hydrostatic,I'm check that bearing but its good,I replace it but problem and noise not go out... Thanx a lot.

[@bluelude2001]

Welp. I know what I'm doing tomorrow. My HRX217 is starting to make a bearing noise when blades are disengaged. Thanks for making this video.

[@ramdanelimam7620]

BONJOUR MERCI POUR LA VIDÉO J'AI LE MÊME MODÈLE, MAIS IL FAIT DU BRUIT LORSQUE LES LAMES (CLUSH) NE SONT PAS ENCLENCHÉES, MAIS DÈS QUE J'ENCLENCHE LES LAMPES LE BRUIT S'ARRÊTE, A VOTRE AVIS DOIS-JE CHANGER LE BERING ?

[@MissouriOldTimer]

what's behind the idea of two blades right in alignment , I could see if they were staggered for mulching?

[@doublewide6]

Together the blades create high lift, also if the bolts don't go through both blades the top blade will need spacers to make up for the difference, or a different hub design. In manufacturing respect an extra blade staggered would require 2 more bolts adding to the bottom line as far as cost. Just a guess?

[@leaf6307]

That what it is.That is Honda mulcher Da best.

[@chugger172]

I have a Honda HR214 with the same blade noise symptoms. Is there a replacable bearing in my mower?

[@fendermann1825]

DW6 I’ve got a push mower Huskavarna and it runs good carb (checked that) I can start it but when I let go of the handles and the mower turn off it won’t start up it’s got compression, fly wheel is good too. It acts like it wants to start but it just can’t. Any ideas ?

[@jmj267]

I learned how to pull that bearing. You going to replace that jagged blade?

[@doublewide6]

I probably will. It has a few dinks on it where stuff was hit. I put an edge on it for testing it out. My buddy that wants this mower for his rental property is going to have to decide if he wants to pay $40 more, so I will leave it up to him.

[@berardia4]

Any way to remove/tighten that center bolt without an impact. I can't get it off only thing I can think of is a rope in the cylinder which I didn't want to do. Maybe I have to buy one.

[@DieselBenz]

al b if you do a lot of wrenching, an impact is a great investment. Makes brake jobs on cars a breeze! Just don’t use it to put stuff back on as you can over-tighten. That’s where the other must have investment comes in: a set of torque wrenches! I got a Pittsburgh set of three for like $70 on amazon. They’re accurate (buddy who runs a shop read an article that compared Pittsburgh to snap on and it made this claim) but not going to last if you use it everyday.

[@youwantmetotakeit]

I Used An Impact And Couldnt Get The Central Bolt Off, Bummed Me Out It Just Kept Spinning

[@Military-Museum-LP]

Thanks. I have HRD pro with a vibration till the blade is engaged. I will try your fix this week.

[@math020]

Hi hope you are doing well I have a honda hr214 When i try to put it on rabbit ( fastest propulsion speed) its clicking and not moving low speed is working tho Did you ever encounter this problem ? Thanks

[@manolomiranda7526]

Bob I have two Briggs and Stratton mowers and I put new carb,spark plug but they're sputtering how I can fix the problem.

[@DieselBenz]

manolo miranda hopefully the gasket that goes between the carb and the engine was new. If it leaks you’ll get poor performance due to air leakage (affecting air/fuel mixture.) Play with the adjustment screws on the carb. Sounds like the air/fuel mixture is wrong.

[@petefroud5308]

Nice fix Bob the older ones with the big spring are a bit more tricky.

[@doublewide6]

Yes, it is funny Honda has many different clutches. This one is pretty easy to repair. I have had several of these that just about stall out when you engage the clutch because it requires so much torque to get the heavy clutch and double blades spinning.

[@mieludo]

For the honda harmony ii hr216, looks different how do I know if I have that problem

[@lmalino695]

Surprised to see so many nicks and gouges in what appears to be a fairly new unit. Wonder whether the bearing failure was caused by misuse?

[@jmj267]

L Malino that's a old ass unit. Fixed many of them. That plastic deck is now dark gray and shinny.

[@doublewide6]

The mower is older probably from the mid 90's. It was owned by a landscaper and they beat on it pretty hard, but it does not smoke and works well. I would guess it has pretty high hours on it. I'm putting new tires on it, and it will make a decent machine.

[@rogeroconnor5182]

good to know since i own a similar model,i always look up bearing numbers before ordering any part.we hit 83 degrees here friday and saturday,then the bottom fell out. 34 degrees and wind driven rain with thunderstorms tomorrow

[@doublewide6]

The weather has been crazy here as well. It rained something crazy today. I can't believe it is mid April and I am still running the pellet stove in the garage everyday.

[@rogeroconnor5182]

i,m getting tired of buying fuel for my oil furnace in my garage myself.... crazy weather for sure

[@nashguy207]

Good video Bob. Should really help someone with this problem and save them money by just replacing the bearing instead the whole clutch assembly with bearing in it. I agree that some of the carb adjustments and Governor springs are easier to get to on the steal deck hondas but the nexite deck mowers cut and mulch better the deck design is a little different between the steal and the nexite decks I really like the newer nexite mowers with the versamow system it works well and they mulch and bag great. Have as great week. Tell the little hello and we are praying for him. God Bless!!!

[@doublewide6]

I have a newer Honda with the Nexite deck and it mulches anything really well. I didn't know the different deck designs make such a big difference with how they cut, but that would make sense because airflow has a lot to do with it.

[@nashguy207]

Yea that is one reason I have not bought the commercial push mower it doesn't mulch as well as the HRX does with the nexite deck.

[@grasshopper2769]

So what if after changing the bearing I’m still hearing that same noise?

[@DigZworld]

Did you find an answer? Same problem.

[@grasshopper2769]

@@DigZworld nope

[@DigZworld]

I found another bearing that was the culprit. I believe it is part of the the blade engagement assembly. 6006-2RS Double Rubber Seal Bearings 30x55x13mm. Replaced and noise is gone 😀

[@Goomer]

How do you sharpen those double blades?

[@jmj267]

Goomer seperately

[@KSMike1]

I sharpen them with files but those are beyond the point where they should’ve been replaced. A new set of Honda blades is about $20US.

[@doublewide6]

They come apart and you just sharpen them like normal blades. It is easy to do.

[@Goomer]

thanks

[@doublewide6]

I am putting on rear wheels and I just checked on the blades amzn.to/2qATza5 they are a bit more than $20 for the set.

[@clauslundberg9224]

Nice fix - love those Honda's

[@doublewide6]

I like the Honda's too. They start easy and give a nice cut. Mulching is second to none.

[@ncrdisabled]

Great job keep up the great help videos!!

[@fendermann1825]

Great video dude always need help with push mower repair. ALWAYS

[@doublewide6]

No problem hope it can help you out.

[@johnsmith-sw7ii]

Whats with the double blade???

[@jmj267]

john smith this has been around for many years and it minces the grass so nice you just wonder where it went. Bag gets heavy in the rear and lifts the front wheels if loaded though.

[@johnsmith-sw7ii]

Thx.....appreciate the info.....so its Hondas version of a mulching blade???

[@doublewide6]

Yes. The double blades really cut the grass fine. I have noticed that the newer Hondas mulch just about perfect any grass even if it is 4" tall.

[@KSMike1]

Nice video! It would be interesting to see a Roto Stop clutch replacement (HRX series) if you get the opportunity.

[@jmj267]

KSMike1 go to lawnmowermedic channel.

[@doublewide6]

If I get one I will post the video.

[@doublewide6]

TheMowerMedic has some of the best videos on Honda clutches check out his channel and subscribe. He has much more experience than I do, and he will always take the time to answer any specific questions.

[@KSMike1]

doublewide6 Repairs LLC OK I found his video on it. It’s no more complicated than this one was. I’ve got the factory service manual, sometimes a video is more helpful. Thanks!

[@doublewide6]

No Problem

[@ProlificInvention]

Excellent video, I like the double bladed design, and the clutch on that Honda. I will be buying one if I come across that model.

[@doublewide6]

The double blades cut quite well.

[@bidders77]

My blade is engaged permanently and the mower engine is braked to stop and feels seized but when I engage the blade it will run fine until I let go of the blade handle when it then causes it to stall. Very annoying. Anyone have any ideas?? Thanks for reading

[@conner5611]

The lower bearing might be completely seazed or there's a problem with the whole clutch

[@ramdanelimam7620]

BONJOUR MERCI POUR LA VIDÉO J'AI LE MÊME MODÈLE, MAIS IL FAIT DU BRUIT LORSQUE LES LAMES (CLUSH) NE SONT PAS ENCLENCHÉES, MAIS DÈS QUE J'ENCLENCHE LES LAMPES LE BRUIT S'ARRÊTE, A VOTRE AVIS DOIS-JE CHANGER LE BERING ?

[@jrsmowerrepairandlawncare4179]

Very well done sir!

[@doublewide6]

Thanks J&R!

[@jrsmowerrepairandlawncare4179]

doublewide6 Repairs LLC you got it

[@davidanderson3944]

The one I have is frozen up. Blades don't turn at all.

[@adrianhinds106]

Thank you very much for this great vid

[@rchrdschmidt]

Great info Thanks.

[@joelcordier6762]

Thanks for help 👍

[@frankpattijr4718]

I have a Honda hrx217 that when i start it is screeches immediately before I even go to engage the drive or mower blade is that the clutch bearing

[@conner5611]

Yep that's the bearing my 14sb is doing it sometime some spray grease will help but eventually you'll need to replace the lower bearing

[@tschanbacher]

mower cuts out when blade is engaged. Motor runs fine until blade is engaged at handle.

[@PageMarker1]

Nice impact wrench...))

[@jimgood4302]

Can’t get the crankshaft bolt off, it just turns the engine.

[@franktutfranktut1]

I have the Honda HRC2163hxa --- and I don't have an impact wrench -- so I took off the pull start mechanism on the top of the mower and was able to put a 19mm socket to hold the crankshaft from turning -- I had a helper hold the top nut as I turned the bottom bolt -- it came off in no time

[@redskool8498]

thanks dw ... have a good day .. †

[@doublewide6]

You bet!

[@tomdewey9907]

Those blades look to be totally chowdered; why not replace them??

[@doublewide6]

Maybe I will. I will ask the guy that wants this mower if he wants to put on a new set.

[@Lovinflyindrones2022]

Do u know Donyboy 73. ????? From you tube

[@doublewide6]

No, but I have been a subscriber to his channel. He does a great job explaining things.

[@RockinGuy1994]

Sounds to me the carb needs to be cleaned

[@doublewide6]

I did it, it turned out the fuel filter in the tank was restricted a bit also I found the one of the control springs was hanging up. Got it now.

[@spresc2180]

First time in my 68 years in seeing a walk behind mower with TWO stacked blades. Who knew? Not me.

[@doublewide6]

It helps out with mulching big time. They have been making double blades like this for a long time.

[@Lovinflyindrones2022]

How’s your family????

[@doublewide6]

Everyone is doing well. I was just saying to my wife today this is the best we have been for 4 years. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@jacksonsinflatablechannel]

cool

[@philliphall5198]

That spring is extremely high price

[@davidanderson3944]

That was too easy!!

[@ricktokle5848]

😎🇺🇸👍✌🏻

[@doublewide6]

I have been on youtube forever and I don't even know how you get those emojis up there?

[@ricktokle5848]

doublewide6 Repairs LLC my iPad has a emoji key which brings up all the different emojis just type them in 😎👍

[@propabilityfpv303]

Lol lawn mowers don't need clutches it's just another thing that can break on these things 😂 there a clutch on this free one I found today and I'm like wow why would someone pay $250 more for a clutch on a push lawnower you're gonna be using for no more than 50 minutes a month 😂

[@propabilityfpv303]

@Daniel 045 lol I totally get it for commercial use but we sell them up at my job too.. I get old ladies telling me to fix their Honda mowers clutch that has a bad bearing. Just kinda rediclous to me for your average consumer

[@beeslandscaping]

Dam honda’s

[@doublewide6]

Yeah they are a bit harder to service, seems like they are a little bit fancy and that takes time when repairing.

[@beeslandscaping]

doublewide6 Repairs LLC thanks for the video I need to fix my honda Just use it for small yards

[@nammai3031]

You talk too much.

[@propabilityfpv303]

Lol lawn mowers don't need clutches it's just another thing that can break on these things 😂 there a clutch on this free one I found today and I'm like wow why would someone pay $250 more for a clutch on a push lawnower you're gonna be using for no more than 50 minutes a month 😂