Fixing a Honda Mower with a lot of problems.

[@ArtWilborn]

"This is an automatic choke, so all you have to do is make sure the fuel valve is on and pull it 'til it starts." 🤣😭 Man, thanks for the laugh!

[@spacecowboy98]

It's a Honda! They are so easy to start, work on or troubleshoot. And Honda sells the parts for their mowers dating back to the 80's. No joke!

[@shanew7361]

I dont care for the auto choke on the new engines. Its a stupid wax plug

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for commenting I appreciate it

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@shanew7361 it definitely has a few issues sometimes

[@watermanone7567]

I do because I get non-ethanol gas often and I always add a small amount of stableier. Also I usually remove the emulsion tube and clean the tiny holes if possible. Great fix, and thanks.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Me too however I couldn't get it out so I didn't want to damage it.

[@EzRay11]

Greetings from Niagara Falls Canada. Sure. I use the last bit of gas but when it comes to the end I use a funnel with a shop towel and pour through that. I try to keep my gas can clean but there’s always some debris caught in the towel. Thanks for the videos. They’re always interesting. Murph

[@HomeGaragechannel]

gotcha that sounds like a great idea

[@samuelvelez1643]

Took apart the trimmer carburetor and cleaned up with carburetor cleaner, taking extra care with the metering diaphragms

[@HomeGaragechannel]

How did the metering diaphragm look and feel?

[@samuelvelez1643]

@@HomeGaragechannel still in great shape,not hardened yet...

[@butler386]

As usual excellent fix. Good check on the automatic choke. I have been buying ethanol free gas for my lawn equipment for the last few years but I still check the last bit in the gas cans just in case. If I have old gas I put it in my lawn tractor which gets used a lot so should be able to run it through as long as the gas is clean with no debris. Have a great 2021

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you D Butler

[@williamsnow1531]

Yes I do use the last bit of gas in my gas can. I go through lots of gas every summer so no chance of any water or dirt in the bottom.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes that would definitely keep any water from building up

[@shanew7361]

I use only non ethanol fuel with star tron fuel stabilizer. I also use same for my 2 stroke engines with Echo Red Armor.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@shanew7361 what station has star tron?

[@shanew7361]

@@HomeGaragechannel Star tron is an additive fuel stabilizer sold auto parts stores online etc. Like a sta bil

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@shanew7361 thank you I appreciate it. I'll have to look into it

[@nashguy207]

We do use all the gas out of our containers but we buy several containers a week so its always fresh. Those auto chokes can be a problem on the honda mowers but I like there mowers and use them myself. Merry Christmas. God Bless!!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Merry Christmas nashguy207 I appreciate it.

[@mjg263]

Great idea regarding pouring out the last bit of gas into a jar before putting it in the equipment. I’m going to take it a step further and pour it through a coffee filter (got that tip from James Condon’s channel) and into a jar, if it’s good then into the snow blower. Even though I always use Sta-Bil you just never know about that last little bit of gas left over from the end of the mowing season.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I'm going to have to try that method. thanks for the comment

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I do BUT as it gets really low I pop- the top and check to see if there is dirt or water in a corner of the container of which all mine are red plastic and I check it in the sunshine where I can see really well.I never had trouble with water when I was running ethanol either. Just keep everything sealed up. Good fix and Blessings!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I like your technique

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@HomeGaragechannel It works is all I can say and you can see the trash as well as the water if there is any. The jar is just as good too.

[@VacMaster2020]

I have a two cycle lawn boy from 2004 and it still works perfectly I bought it about a year ago and I have Replace the coil but that’s it

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that seems to be they're weak point but glad you fixed them

[@VacMaster2020]

@@HomeGaragechannel I would say it’s better fixing anything that breaks versus buying some thing modern

[@HomeGaragechannel]

true

[@Amedeus1756]

At 3:05... I have a newer Honda lawn mower and the air filter cover keeps falling off when I'm mowing. When that happens I stop, snap it back on making sure the hinges are locked in place but after a few minutes of mowing the cover falls again, very aggravating.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are absolutely correct. thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@smallengines1018]

That's like the 2nd Honda on tho channel I have one on my channel and it's the best mower I've ever had

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I've stopped counting how many times a Honda shows up on here but it way way less than the other brands I have on here. They are my personal favorite.

[@smallengines1018]

@@HomeGaragechannel same if you go to my channel I have a Honda hrn 216 and my dad has a Honda hrx 217 and it's like 13 years old

[@irksome100]

This has been my favorite mower over the years. I've experienced the same problems as presented here on this video, but I can tell you from personal experience, they can take a beating - mine definitely has.

[@smallengines1018]

@@irksome100 yes, you can't go wrong with a Honda.

[@THOMASM-u8p]

great advice on fuel added when it gets to bottom. I performed my spring tune-up and first time user with the auto choke system by Honda. found the turmolcoupling choke pin needed replacement due to leakage of fluid. after checking carb and all components placed mower back in service. Started after 2nd pull but as it warmed up it started missing like before service. Fuel tank cleaned and tank filter cleared. Air filter changed, plug changed and starts on first pull. after 2 minuets it goes into choke mode and runs but rough. butterfly valve seems to be opening ok and closing when cool down occurs. can't seem to locate any disconnected issues. any ideas that I may have missed. Runs like a top for the first 2 minutes and then turns rough. Love your self help page!!! Thanks TOMKAT

[@HomeGaragechannel]

do me a favor, remove the air box and filter and use large nuts or spacers on the long bolts to hold the carb onto the engine and try starting it. Let me know, how the choke flap behaves before starting, right after the start up and right when it starts to run rough. thanks

[@THOMASM-u8p]

@@HomeGaragechannel OK, opened everything up, re-check made sure everything clear and moves freely, carb choke flap closed, started mower on first pull, flap closed, runs great for 1 min 48 sec and then starts missing, flap open so thermostatic choke pin working. Let run for 2 min and no change, will not smooth out. Turned off. Choke flap open acts like water in fuel, new fuel and tank filter changed as well.

[@mr1pearl]

I learned something new about that auto choke thanks , you must live down south no snow?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

the video is prerecorded probably around August or September

[@jamess.putman1779]

I really enjoy your videos. Thanks Have a Great day

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you and I will.

[@themowerman]

Merry Christmas mate

[@smallengines1018]

Why u Call him mate

[@themowerman]

@@smallengines1018 because in the UK that's what we say when being friendly.. why do you ask?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Merry Christmas Micks Mowers.

[@smallengines1018]

@@themowerman just curious

[@mrmerhtin3625]

I get a refill as soon as there is a gallon or less left in the 5 gal tank. I've considered keeping bad gas for cleaning if it ever came to that

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Its works well and its a form of recycling

[@jamess.putman1779]

I'm working on the same 3 in 1 Honda the drive system will not roll backwards got to clean the axle on each side. Bad rusty . Also changing air filter ,and oil this mower hasn't been serviced in 2 or 3 years . Plus sharpen blades clean and grease all wheels .

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow, very nice work!

[@tonym6920]

I don’t use the last bit of gas but I use K100 stabilizer which has worked great.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I've heard great things about k100. Where do you buy yours?

[@garylollman5339]

I like you use the last bit out of the can. I use non Ethanol gas in all my yard equipment.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Gary Lollman.

[@IvanOchoa461]

When was the first video recorded and made

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Probably August or September

[@wikeddf]

Merry Christmas Home Garage!😂

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Merry Christmas Brother's Lawn Equipment

[@Jim-ie6uf]

Yep, I have a Mr. Funnel that filters out water. Available on Amazon.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Wow I need to look that one up. Thanks Jim S

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

Yes I'm guilty of pouring the last ounce of fuel in my equipment however I don't mix a container at once I just mix what I need

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it's not a big issue, it's just something to be aware of. I'm more than guilty of it, it's just habit to use every last once.

[@unisol2287]

I sugest if you don’t have access to pure gas than buy at Home Depot and forget about mixing

[@HomeGaragechannel]

That's a good suggestion

[@joshuaschannel1335]

How do you fix a push mower that runs way too fast?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It depends on the Make and model but most are controlled by a spring arm on the governor arm. You would have to adjust the spring tension. I would question why the engine was running fast to begin with first.

[@ahmedrayyan8667]

I have a 9 year old Honda lawn mower (GCV1600) that was running weak. I ran it on 100% karosene and it ran great for a full tank. And now it won't start. I cleaned the carb and that did not do it. I then put in a new carb and that has not changed the situation. The engine runs for a second after I spay carb cleaner into the carb. I put in a new spark plug and no use. The fuel is new. Any suggestion?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure, check the compression, the kerosene, might have "washed" the cylinder walls, of too much oil, or contaminated the oil, causing the same situation. Why did you use kerosene in the first place?

[@ahmedrayyan8667]

@@HomeGaragechannel engine was running poorly and I heard jet fuel cleans the engine, and the engine ran very well with the karosene.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

what do you think about the idea now?

[@hunter1953]

I never let my gas can get that low. Four bald tires tells me that its seen a lot of hours especially the two that aren't on the drive .

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes sir you're absolutely right about that.

[@samuelvelez1643]

Stale gas?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

This one was very complicated. It a choke problem as well at water contamination issues.

[@francisd8552]

I always pour the last of my gas into my equipment. If I have a fuel-related issue, I know how to fix it so I don't worry.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Very good answer. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@francisd8552]

@@HomeGaragechannel Thank you for continuing to make great informative videos about fixing engines. You have helped me a lot with your knowledge on 2 strokes.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@francisd8552 you're welcome Francis Drenth and thanks for time.

[@QuaabQueb]

Best way to get wd40 in those brake cables and free them up is get some long thin hypodermic needles (27 or 30 gauge) on ebay, JB-weld them to the end of the dw40 straw, and then you will be able to spray deep inside the cable until you see it dripping out the other end. Otherwise you are just spraying all over the ends of the cable.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Very good point. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@caseybszombiemowers2569]

Yes, but I use ethanol free gas.

[@Pendaws]

Why not CLEAN everything before you put it back together?

[@bl9531]

Great video, thx for posting

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem

[@jonathankuhn7837]

Great job!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@royc8186]

Those thermal wax devices are a common problem on this mower

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes I have to agree with you.

[@tdumford1]

I was given this exact mower. the starter isn't engaging and it has a bent crank.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

dang that sucks.

[@IvanOchoa461]

You worked on the lawn mower on Christmas

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Lol.. these videos are pre-recorded.

[@IvanOchoa461]

@@HomeGaragechannel when did you pre record this video

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@IvanOchoa461 without looking at the computer probably August or September

[@robertmailhos8159]

The most important thing is to store your gas cans inside out the weather one suggestion for a video on Your channel how to maintain the drive wheel,d on aoewr that is either rear front wheel not all wheel drive merry Christmas to you and your family young man

[@HomeGaragechannel]

That's a great idea. Thank you Robert Mailhos and Merry Christmas too

[@robertmailhos8159]

@@HomeGaragechannel anytime young man and your family as well

[@Patrick4959]

i prefer Ethanol free fuel and i normally use a fuel stabilizer in my outdoor power equipment and there,s no problem in my for sure unless it,s cold day or it,s been a long time since it,s last crank over etc and Honda mowers are made with qaulity in Japan etc

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You're definitely doing it right.

[@Patrick4959]

@@HomeGaragechannel yes too notch

[@samuelvelez1643]

All that remains to do is start the trimmer and again,make adjustments...

[@HomeGaragechannel]

So it hasn't ran after getting back together yet?

[@samuelvelez1643]

@@HomeGaragechannel hadn't tested yet

[@capeman10]

Great video, thanks for the info.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

No problem capeman10

[@noahdurfey537]

Yeah I use the last of my gas. Never had problems with it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

excellent. do you go thru a lot of gas then?

[@noahdurfey537]

@@HomeGaragechannel I go through a fair amount,yes.

[@RussellBooth1977]

In my 32 year old Briggs and Stratton 3 horsepower lawnmower the older choke O Matic carburetor seem to be very forgiving with fuel including E10 fuel !

[@HomeGaragechannel]

That's nice to know. Thanks Russell Booth

[@paulburns3788]

Hello Home garage marry Christmas to you

[@paulburns3788]

I have the same type of mower like that one but mine is a old model of that type but still runs every year I took care of it

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Merry Christmas to you as well

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@paulburns3788 nice. Have you had it since new?

[@paulburns3788]

Yes I had it when it was new

[@bmfilmnut]

You think that air cleaner was fine? Are you serious? Also, the the crankcase ventilation does not suck anything. Lastly, when you have the carb off, why not clean everything and clean it?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

lots of question and comments I like it.

[@thatRBX]

I keep telling my self to change the oil I'm just to lazy to do it but I said I will do it by next week. That will be the first in like 3 years

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It happens and it's understandable, thanks for your honesty

[@chadriggs3322]

I have this model Honda I bought at Home Depot around 2015. It starts first pull everytime but after about a year of using it the back wheels would lock up and not pull backwards. It is a very heavy mower so it was very aggravating. It caused the tread on the back wheels to wear out faster from having to pull the mower backwards with the wheels locked up.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right. I just filmed a video address the issue. I had to go into the transmission and replace the oil in it.

[@chadriggs3322]

I also saw on another video that the bushings on the driveshaft are too small causing the shaft to bind up. They took off the drive shaft and sanded it down to better fit the bushings. I didn’t feel like doing that though. If I sprayed wd 40 in the area where the bushings were, it would fix the problem for awhile but then it would come back later. I finally get tired of it and found an old commercial grade snapper mower with a Wisconsin robin engine and it’s been great so far. Even though it’s as heavy as a tank.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@chadriggs3322 wow nice mower

[@chadriggs3322]

Thanks. Wisconsin robin’s are legendary due to durability. They are so well built you can hand them down as family heirlooms. Lol

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@chadriggs3322 I'll definitely have to keep an eye out for one.

[@johnhouli3450]

Ty houli

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you

[@heathwilson2572]

Honda is the best mowers better grass clippings with 2 blades

[@HomeGaragechannel]

absolutely. The cut is very good.

[@unisol2287]

Soon home you’re become like Danny boy check his work on you tube! He’s a Canadian and he does it for business

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes I've been watching him for a long time

[@conner5611]

Donyboy*

[@heathwilson2572]

Some people said you paid for the name

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes I completely agree with you

[@heathwilson2572]

Honda mowers are expensive to buy that’s what they paid for

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes they are pretty expensive that's why I would suggest buying them used.

[@dtsstreetrockets2536]

I REALY ENJOY LEARNING ABOUT ENGINES BUT MY HONDA LAWNMOWER WONT SELF DRIVE AND IT SQUEKS

[@HomeGaragechannel]

there's a plate on the top of the mower deck right behind the engine, can you tell me the letters and numbers on it.

[@barndogschwartz8370]

I blew a head gasket by pouring water into my tank

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thats a shame. Why did you pour water in there?

[@barndogschwartz8370]

@@HomeGaragechannel long story but i was told it was gas when they gave me the gas tank but there was sludge at the bottom of the tank and it wasn't taking it so seriously it was my fault but yea be careful with that

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@barndogschwartz8370 oh I see thanks for the information

[@conner5611]

What type of engine was it these honda ohc engine don't have a removable head and gasket

[@dtsstreetrockets2536]

I DON'T GET WHY MY MOWER ISN'T SELF DRIVING RIGHT.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

what's it not doing right? So it does work But not completely ?

[@loganpalazzolo6195]

First

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks Logan Palazzolo

[@emmams5]

@Logan Palazzo, does your partner ever say to you, 'I'd wish you 'come' second for a change'?

[@loganpalazzolo6195]

@@emmams5 no why I am willing to talk