WHICH GAS LAWN MOWERS TO BUY AT HOME DEPOT IN 2024 (And Ones To AVOID)

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WHICH GAS LAWN MOWERS TO BUY AT HOME DEPOT IN 2024. Which mowers CUT the BEST? Which mowers have FEWER ISSUES? And what BRANDS are available this season? In this video, I answer those questions to help you make an EDUCATED DECISION on which mower is BEST FOR YOU to BUY! But is there a mower HOME DEPOT you should AVOID? LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!!!
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[@GarageGear]

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[@Laughinghawg]

@GarageGear Went into HD last Sat to buy $20 worth of rattle can paint, walked out with $549 worth of Honda mower! Wasn't planning on spending $549 on the mower, but been waiting for a year or so trying to get one. This is in the Atl metro area and best I can tell, all the stores around here got an allotment of them. FWIW to your viewers, Best info I have says HD were allotted 1000 units. When I bought mine, they had 915 'available to ship', today 3/27/24 they have 789 'available to ship'. Spoke with Honda, mine has a green dot on the box. They said these units were fixed at the SC plant that used to assemble them. (cam and pressure release valve were replaced if the unit was in the range of serial numbers that were bad)

[@GarageGear]

@@Laughinghawg thanks for sharing this info hawg! But did you get the paint? 👍😂

[@Laughinghawg]

@@GarageGear I did 😁

[@shangrilaladeda]

Until Honda comes back, do not buy any lawnmower to send a message to the government we want Honda back and need the healthy competition, American companies are getting too lazy to be considered good anymore, along with most other companies bring back Honda you have a huge platform spread this message

[@GarageGear]

Good message to share! Thanks for watching 👍

[@shangrilaladeda]

@@GarageGear thank you also

[@LL-mt2nz]

Honda still makes lawnmowers. Just not in the US market

[@shangrilaladeda]

@@LL-mt2nz I know that, but I want Honda back in the United States, American companies complained to the government that they can’t match them so the government kicked them out, that is against common business practices, I want the best companies not just from 1 country but the whole world has something to offer that is the best as of now

[@LL-mt2nz]

@@shangrilaladedaMy understanding is that Honda is now using the factory for ATV’s and similar products since they have a higher margin. Honda makes great OPE but I like Toro for mowers and snow blowers and Stihl or Echo for the rest.

[@Rebel9668]

What I did with my old Murray 20" was when the first wheel broke was go to Ace and get steel rimmed, ball bearing wheels. They were slightly smaller in diameter than the original wheels so when I installed them into the holes on the frame I just lowered the bolts to the bottom holes which made the frame sit higher. Now, if I ever buy another Murray I'll just go ahead and put the steel rimmed wheels from my last mower on it when assembling the mower out of the box.

[@GarageGear]

Good plan rebel! Thank you for sharing!

[@Esmith93903]

This comment will be all over the place 😂. Found your channel this past winter when my I had an issue with my brand new snow blower burning up the drive belt. Found out they put the pulley on backwards so it wouldn’t spin an burned the belt up. Binge watched all your snow blower guides to make the snow blower last many years to come! Got a free toro 22 inch recycler about 3 years ago when I bought my house always had issues with it starting an needed to spray starting fluid in the air filter to get it going. Did a 50$ tune up off Amazon (spark plug air filter an oil change) an a new blade today. First pull after it was all done today started up no issues. Deffinitly glad I found your channel an your guides! Let the free lawnmower live on!

[@GarageGear]

Awesome esmith! Glad these videos are helping you out! Long live the FREE lawnmower! 👍

[@RiseT14]

Getting my Honda HRX217HYA this week🙏🏻 thanks for the help!

[@GarageGear]

You got it Rise! Enjoy the mow!

[@dylanconn6079]

The green dot on the honda box means it's been repaired already! Once I found that out I snatched one up

[@GarageGear]

This is an AWESOME TIP! Thanks for sharing this Dylan! 👍👍

[@cwcole]

Bought one last spring and had the cam recall done in the Fall.

[@ES-zw8cb]

I had a conversation with a Home Depot employee about that this weekend, they basically were saying that if a recall is issued that they won't sell it to you at checkout as it should be pulled from inventory. So although the boxes look opened, they are as you said, repaired ones and you could check from the circle dotted sticker and by checking the serial number when you open the machine up with the online recall checker from honda.

[@michaelmactavish4445]

im looking at DR and stihl mowers

[@joemarchand8313]

Was the price the same as a new, non green dot one?

[@nickjaroma]

Just bought the Honda last week! Thanks for the advice

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Nick enjoy the mow!

[@MrMattDat]

Another great video. Very comprehensive and a great recommendation. Time for me to pick up a used HRN!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching Matt! I see them pop up on marketplace all the time for a couple hundred bucks! 👍

[@stephenrickjr.7519]

Thanks for your review!

[@GarageGear]

You got it stephen! Thanks for watching

[@danielwillliams9669]

Another great video. Thanks - got me binge watching.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Daniel! 👍

[@STho205]

Push mowers are now $400 for a lower grade mower than a 2010 $120 Murray. It makes more sense to get a mower from a trash pile and buy a $14 knockoff carb from Amazon or eBay and fix one. Briggs carbs aren't even bolted on. Just slide on after removing the wind cord cover. A 10 minute first time DIY job and you'll likely have a wonderful little mower for under $100 even if you buy a used non running one for scratch. Tecumseh mowers have two bolts...but not much harder. Typically if the cylinder has complession the problem is a gunked up carb. Rebuild $20...replace in 1/10th the time for $11 to $15.

[@GarageGear]

Absolutely right ST!

[@albertpintor3522]

I have a craftsman m110 and it's 350 now instead of 300 like in 2019

[@STho205]

@@albertpintor3522 Craftsman (a company that no longer exists as a factory just a rebrand label) exclusive to Sears that also no longer exists. That mower is identical to the Green generic Lowes sold 7 years ago for $150. The M90 the bottom of their line is exactly the same as the store brand they sold a decade ago for $99 in green to compete with the $99 MTD in red. List price, now in red, $300, sale price $279. Craftsman is just a new deck paint color and red label. M110 was a solid mower for Sears in 2004 when it still had a Tecumseh motor. It got switched to a Briggs next year. That one was $129 when I bought it from the Sears floor. Still runs after 20 yrs. Hope the new one holds as well at list 3x the price

[@kencurtis228]

TY for Sharing

[@GarageGear]

Hey Ken! Thanks for watching bud!👍👍

[@fredohnemus7685]

I bought a 22 inch Toro self pace mower the first year they came out. Love the all wheel drive feature. At my age in the seventies, it is a game changer. In all these years, I replaced one wheel and the original cutting blade last year. The wheel was replaced under warrenty. Have never had an isuue with the mower deck clogging itself. I have had clogging at the discharge chute for the rear bagger, when the grass is wet. It needs a bigger opening in my opinion. I would love having the 30 incher, but it's three time the cost of the mower I have. As far as cleaning the mower with the hose attachment, a waste of time. Not worth a darn. Easier to tip the mower and clean it with a jet nozzle on my garden hose, and a 100 percent better job too. If I didn't have my Toro, I'd be paying someone to mow my yard. Don't doubt your opinion on the other mowers, but as for me, Toro all the way.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing that my friend. Glad they have worked out well for you.

[@rogerclark3]

Great video. I hope your right. One is on the way from HD. Lowes changed their return policy. Apparently effective 4-1-2024, returns for many items must be unused. Otherwise it's a warranty issue. I was reading the policy on their site, and was very confused so called customer service who is also not being very clear but said that's the new policy. So I checked HD, and theirs is the same old return policy so ordered. If it's true, Lowes is in big trouble... I did not get the extended warranty and will be sure to register the mfgr warranty. Thanks.

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate the positive feedback Roger! Thanks for sharing! Enjoy the mow!

[@JenniLudes]

Love my old Honda Hydrostatic mower I bought 20+ years ago. I've only had 2 issues with it. Broke the pull start recoiler (easy and cheap to replace) and my son...he decided to do me a "favor" and mow my lawn for me. I was changing the oil in it had just drained it and went to take a call. Yep, he ran it without oil. After a lap around the yard, it seized. Fortunately I was able to get her running again. Took out the spark plug, put some 3 in 1 oil (or some sort of penetrating oil...been a while so don't remember which) into the cylinder and let it sit on its side for a couple of days. Then took a wrench to the bolt that holds the blade on the bottom and a 3 foot cheater bar and got it to turn. (this was all under the advice of a local honda shop/dealer). It's run great since and that's been at least 10 years ago. Starts first or second pull every time. I figured the rings would be shot or the cylinder scored but at this point, every year I get at this point is a bonus year!

[@GarageGear]

Wow! What a story! They just keep running apparently lol! Thanks for sharing Jenni

[@POOKIE5592]

JenniLudes Jeff Spicoli once said people on Ludes should not drive mowers.

[@cwcole]

Thank you! Another excellent and informative video.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@TheFuersty]

I just bought the Honda HRN216VKA from Home Depot based on your recommendation and it really fitting what I was looking for in a new mower. (And just mowed my 2 lots with it, super happy!) But I will say I filled out the registration and they expressly say that for warranty purposes you do not need to fill out the registration. But along your lines of thinking, if you do register, you will (presumably, if we're being generous) be notified of recalls or issues with the mower / motor. But, even more kudos to Honda. If you don't send in the card, you seemingly get the same warranty as someone that does. Which sounds good to me.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Fuersty! Glad to hear the mower is working out great for you! Can’t go wrong filling out that paperwork. Enjoy the mow my friend!

[@TheFuersty]

@@GarageGear Even though I bought my mower, still watching a ton of your other videos. Thanks for the great, very professional work!

[@GarageGear]

@@TheFuersty you got it my friend! Thanks for being a cool fan!

[@Silverface1987]

Hi JB… here’s one for you. I have a 1992 Honda with the “plastic” deck. Bought it because I would go through mowers because of rust,hence the plastic deck Honda. This mower is INCREDIBLE,so I gave it to my son-in-law and purchased a new Honda from a commercial dealer on County Rd. This time,of course a PLASTIC deck AND KEY start… remember, I’m 30 years older now 😝. Yes,its warranty card was sent in,and I called Honda to make sure they got it… I have an hour meter on it, with 30 hours clocked. All starting by key,not one issue, my question is… does the camshaft problem only appear during PULL start?…. Keep up the great work… I also Crown proof where you do. Go Bills

[@GarageGear]

You might be in the clear. I would say you would already see that happening by now. I think you are all good. Enjoy the mow! Awesome you’re local by the way! Go Bills!

[@nationalwheel1]

If you have the bad camshaft it'll also show with the electric start, you'll get as far as 1/2 turnover, that's it. that's how mine went. At 30 hrs like he said it's probably all good.

[@brandongallahan5537]

Thanks for the info! I’m in need of a new mower and I’m leaning towards a super recycler. I’ve watched all your videos on the 190cc model. Not sure in the differences between the others. Lowes has 2 163cc models. One is 799$ and the other 999$. The 190cc is 850$ but it’s not available online. Any tips and which you one you think is best?

[@GarageGear]

I had the 190cc last year. Cut and ran great! Only major thing with the super recyclers is they have issues backing up. The rear wheels lock up. This is common on all super recycler models.

[@thatsmyrc]

I bought a time master at home depo on a managers special sale. On top of that it was considered used since someone had bought it put gas on it and brought it back. I haggled price down to $575. Aprox 10 yrs give take a yr I still have that mower works like a champ starts on first second pull and zero issues. Just about always bagged but realize it doesn’t like a full bag only aprox half bagger but started this yr to you side discharge

[@thatsmyrc]

Price new at that time was $999

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing this rc!

[@jaybooth4815]

Wow, I’m surprised the Honda HRN is still available at Home Depot JB. I checked to see if the HRX is available also and was surprised it was. $799 is the price tag on it. Yikes! The price tag on the other mowers are getting crazy expensive. I’d probably bite the bullet and get the Honda. Awesome video as always JB! Have a great weekend my friend! Cheers!

[@GarageGear]

Many people are scarfing them up and buying two. Keeping one in the box in the attic until they need it down the road! I hats going on this weekend Jay?

[@jaybooth4815]

⁠I actually thought about it JB. But if you take care of the you have, by watching your channel, it will last a very long time!! Cheers bud!

[@GarageGear]

@@jaybooth4815 RIGHT ON my friend!

[@jpconard]

I bought Toro RWD not personal pace for $399 at Lowes. First use, would bind up when pulling backwards. Returned and got Toro FWD for $459, also 22" deck and stow and go. Haven't used it yet, still in box.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Jp

[@Jennifer-me7mu]

I just bought the Honda today and used it. It started on the 1st try & cut well!

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Jennifer! Enjoy the mow!

[@apexiumim2741]

Couple of great vids in less than a week… well done JB! Prices are absolutely crazy, I’m torn between selling my 3 times used Toro Super Recycler I bought last year and paying a higher price for a new Honda… or just keep this and live with the quirks it has. The Toro cut, bag, no deck clog and startup is really good. Just wondering if it’ll last. Have a good one JB… I’m off to continue the 3000sq’ fenced area for my bitches.. err.. chickens. Lol

[@GarageGear]

Hey Apex these prices are nuts! It’s been a very busy week filming and editing let me tell ya! You got some things to think about! Good luck with your chickens!

[@tempusveritas8901]

Thanks JB My Lawn Boy Dura force is still running.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching Tempus! Keep her that way 👍

[@Robert-ug5hx]

I am glad aI bought two honda HRX2176HZA, one is in the box atill. The recall cam was easy with my lical dealer ,they out the spare mower baxk in its box after they finished

[@GarageGear]

Wow that’s awesome! Thanks for sharing Robert!

[@classicxl]

I’m having a hard time deciding if a cheap lawn mower like a powersmart 21 144cc would be enough for my small yard vs the toro 21445 i just paid for but haven’t pick up yet . the price difference is $288 for powersmart vs $565 for the toro both is before 13% tax . my reason for ordering the toro was long term ownership with things like getting parts vs trying to get parts for a cheap powersmart down the road . being that everything is going battery this might be my last gas powered lawnmower and that’s also why i’m thinking toro but the $316 difference is making me rethink this purchase

[@GarageGear]

I would go the toro route. There are no parts an available anywhere for the PowerSmart mowers and their customer service is terrible!

[@NathanKull]

Just picked up the Honda. I've been using a 80v battery mower for the past few years (Kobalt), 2 of my 4 batteries are already shot and the price to replace them is stupid high. I've also always been annoyed by the mower changing speeds based on what it thinks I need to cut, suction on the mower is also meh. Had to get what's left of one of the best gas mowers again before I can't anymore. I really do like many of the benefits of the battery powered mowers, but I'm ok returning to gas for the mower, still have a gas powered snow blower anyway. Will keep my battery-operated trimmers etc though.

[@GarageGear]

That Honda will last much longer! Thanks for sharing Nathan!

[@ACE20495]

Thank you for all the product review & maintenance videos you do. I've been on the fence re: 30inch toro time master to be purchased for some time now.. have to find similar option with less problems.

[@GarageGear]

This mower isn’t worth the headaches it causes. Scag and Ferris are good but they are expensive.

[@jasonbrueggeman4364]

I’m in the market for a larger push mower that 30” range. Don’t really want a rider if you don’t recommend the timemaster there’s not many options out there for a residential homeowner. Any suggestions?

[@GarageGear]

There is a craftsman/cubcadet 30 model but that model is very much the same as the timemaster. Scag and Ferris make 30 inch mowers but the prices are sky high. Selection is limited

[@JoshuaOverman]

I thought the Honda mowers was completely gone but I was happy to see they brought them back to my Home Depot this year so I could get another

[@shangrilaladeda]

It’s just old stock, until they release the new models with the updated fixes it’s not worth to buy

[@GarageGear]

I was surprised they had so many left over! Thanks for watching Joshua!

[@philliphall5198]

Just saleing off the left overs is All

[@ald7248]

@@shangrilaladeda There will be no new Honda models. They have exited the USA market.

[@shangrilaladeda]

@@ald7248 no they did not, they came back they also have electric ones

[@ohiotrent]

Just picked up the Honda. Excited

[@GarageGear]

Enjoy the mow my friend!

[@cwcobo]

Good video with good info. Many of the others are extremely thin in useful info, some are just a video of a guy using the mower.

[@GarageGear]

I keep it real around here CW! Thanks for watching!

[@bartalgozzini7262]

Got 2 lawn boys. Only mowers I will ever need.

[@GarageGear]

Great mowers!

[@rkt88403]

I bought the grey Murray push mulch/side discharge that is not shown here for $200 on clearance at my local Home Depot last week.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing rkt

[@BigDaddysGarage]

I really want one of those Hondas!

[@GarageGear]

You can knab a used one for a couple hundred! See them all the time on marketplace!

[@ScagsWH13]

Love my Honda. Purchased in 2020 when I bought my house. Even after winter storage in NE Ohio it starts on the first pull or two.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome thanks for sharing scags!

[@electroddxful]

Great video JB. Have a bless weekend together with family 👍🙏👍🙏

[@GarageGear]

Thanks Ray! Will do! You do the same! 👍👍

[@PhonePhone-qh6hz]

I use my time master for Commercial work And it only breaks a couple times

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@notsure2024]

The Murray use blade that oval tab on it hard to find and if you hit something it will mess up the blade adapter

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@Corporal_D]

Just bought the Honda HRX217VKA from HD online yesterday, delivered today. Looking forward to unboxing and setup, been on a rider for over 20 years bought a zero turn last year but still wanted a Honda before they were all gone. Could’ve had it for a few hundred less several years ago but everything costs more now. If you want quality you can’t go cheap.

[@GarageGear]

Spot on my friend! You’ll wonder why you didn’t get it sooner once you start using it. Thanks for watching

[@steveybiggunzgaming8118]

My Home Depot has gas dewalt mowers too

[@GarageGear]

Good to know. I’m in NY they are trying to go all electric..

[@joecellino485]

JB - I am a new homeowner (also from the Buffalo area) and am trying to figure out how to setup my garage. Can you make a video touring your garage setup?

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Joe! Congrats on the new house! Many have been asking about this! Perhaps this could be a video coming up! Stay tuned!

[@elebeu]

I remember being able to by Murray mowers at Walmart for $99.

[@GarageGear]

Times are a changing!

[@mx-racer88]

I agree with you recommending always using non ethanol fuel. The problem is all the pumps are now blender pumps multiple fuels one hose. According to the American Motorcyclist Association you have to pump a least four gallons of fuel to clear the line from what what pumped before to hope to get good fuel and that's if you can even find a station selling non ethanol.

[@GarageGear]

Yeah, that might be the problem in some cases. Sometimes you can find at a single pump. Hope you some place near you that has it.

[@martinp.9853]

@GarageGear, I see multiple Honda mowers on the Home Depot website. This one is least expensive. Which one is the one to get? Next one up after $549.99 is $799.99......

[@GarageGear]

Hey Martin! I would probably opt for the 799! Youll get some better features like a slightly bigger engine, rubber tread on the wheels with ball bearings, etc! Great cut too! 👍

[@martinp.9853]

@GarageGear thank you all the way from Chicago, brother!!! I'll opt for the 799.99.

[@GarageGear]

@@martinp.9853 ROCK ON MARTIN!

[@angelicaconiguliaro3179]

Thank you JB! I'll go with the honda. Can you do a Tractor Supply or Ace Hardware video as well? If the box is damaged just ask the manager or customer service and you can get 10-40% off. Insider tip if you find the same product at another retailer for less they will match it plus give you another 10% off.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing this information. I’ll look into that and will also look into TS and AH for future vids.

[@halseydan]

What is you thoughts on that areins razor ? I'm considering getting one.

[@GarageGear]

Full review coming out this weekend!

[@dustyhammer7569]

Use a Honda to deliver the Rural mail, dependable CRV. For just my yard, have the Toro Turfmaster. The transmission is impressive. My backyard used to take 25 min to do with a Troy-Bilt 21” (it was a good mower, just didn’t like mowing) now it takes like 12 minutes, it’s ridiculous

[@GarageGear]

Wow! Cut your time in half! Thanks for sharing

[@jadd6810]

I love my TimeMaster.

[@chadialhajkadour7198]

Hi JB, Someone in my neighborhood has a Honda HS55 snowblower for free (needs some repairs), I'm thinking about getting it and learn my way around the thing, before I mess with my brand new Ariens 😅 Am I making any sense?

[@GarageGear]

Yeah, why not. Have some fun with it!

[@johnpatterson7522]

I just bought Toro 163cc, 22". I have had Honda up to this point but the Honda recall and news Honda was discontinuing production of walk-behind mowers made me consider Toro with Vortex technology.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing John

[@erinm9534]

I recommend weedeater branded push they are out of business now but they used to sell at Walmart and home depot for a very low price and would last 20 years

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@smallblock412]

Even with the cam problems, the Honda is the only one worth buying in my opinion. Forgot about the Toro Crapmaster 😂

[@GarageGear]

Hahaha I forgot about that one Smallblock!! It truly is a big pile of crap. They sell for an absolute fortune though! Made money on mine when I sold it. Any plans for your Sunday?

[@smallblock412]

@@GarageGear grocery shopping, yay

[@GarageGear]

@@smallblock412 mans gotta eat right?!

[@smallblock412]

@@GarageGear After snowblowing, eating is my next favorite thing. 🤣

[@GarageGear]

@@smallblock412 you and I are cut from the same cloth!

[@fergusonto-2032]

Are the Murray riding mowers at Home Depot any good ?

[@GarageGear]

For a basic homeowner with a relatively flat lawn they should be fine.

[@TecumsehRulesbcserk]

Personally I’d recommend a commercial grade mower with a Kawasaki engine if you plan on doing any serious mowing, they’ll hold up a lot better than the Briggs or Honda engines due to being built tougher

[@GarageGear]

💯agree and would love to get my hands on a commercial mower that is newer! Have an awesome weekend BCSERK!

[@scott1564]

This is the way to go if you're looking for a newer, 4 cycle mower. I'll truck along with my 25+ year old Toro Commercial 2-cycle. Started on one pull the other day after sitting for a few months. I still need to do a fuel line and spark plug replacement but hasn't had time. The Gator Blade mulching blade works pretty well on it (not quite as good as a Craftsman mower I had years ago, but well enough). Honestly, the mowers sold today at big box stores -- to me anyway -- are junk. I hope I never have to use one.

[@chrisparman2080]

Hey Garage Gear guy. I'm going to Nit-pick you :) The underside picture (at approximately the 2:32 minute mark) shows a Honda model with the Roto-Stop drive/clutch, it's not of the HRN216VKA model. Just saying :)

[@GarageGear]

Hey Chris it still has the dual blade design I was going for

[@fernherrera29]

Hey JB! Thoughts on the recycler max ?

[@GarageGear]

I got a peak at it but doesn’t seem like there is anything different compared to a normal recycler.

[@skytrip5273]

I bought the self propelled Murray mower. It went 3 ft and died. Never started again. Took it back. Looking fo something else.

[@GarageGear]

Oh wow! Thanks for sharing sky.

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

What ever you do if you buy a self propelled mower make sure it is rear wheel drive. Not enough weight on the front wheels for good traction. Maybe if you yard is flat otherwise please listen to me and buy a RWD mower.

[@ed0c]

what about dewalt gas mowers? they use the 163cc brig straton motor

[@GarageGear]

I know the battery ones are junk with shallow decks. Poor for mulching. They’re relatively new to mowers. I would stick with a know mower brand.

[@Gillysaurxx]

That same Honda is $549 at my local Hone Depot. Crazy!

[@GarageGear]

They were $400 3 years ago.

[@MudMonsterRacing4]

When are you gonna review the new Ariens push mower? Really intrigued by them.

[@GarageGear]

Videos coming soon. Couple of weeks out! 👍

[@MudMonsterRacing4]

@GarageGear ahhh looked at one. Don't even need a review. The plastic adjuster tabs at the front wheels tell me all I need to know. Cmon Ariens do better!

[@GarageGear]

@@MudMonsterRacing4 I agree they could do better!

[@tomacquilano1304]

About a month ago I bought a Toro 22" smart stow. I've used it about 6 times. Now I'm looking to replace it. It cuts or, starts ok, the back wheel only fell of twice and the height adjusters are hard to navigate. What I hate the most is it leaves piles of clippings all over the lawn. When you make a 180 degree turn it leave a larger pile of clippings. I'm cutting normal height grass. I've had lots of different mowers in my 60+ years and this one is garbage. What makes the Honda better? I love Honda products but what makes one mower perform better than others? Does your Honda leave piles of clippings everywhere? Thanks for putting this video together. It made me decide NOT to get the 30" clog master.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Tom check out this video right here SHOULD YOU BUY A HONDA LAWN MOWER IN 2024? (3 Things To Check) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqe0iaxsbNuesK8

[@tomacquilano1304]

@@GarageGear That was the very next video I watched last night! The question is, will it leave piles of clippings everywhere? This mower is for a new property we're renovating. It's a little less than a half acre lot with a small ranch on it so there's a lot of grass. Takes just under an hour to cut with the 22" Toro. My Nextdoor neighbor has the clogmaster and I see lots of grass clumps in his yard. Now I'm looking at larger walk-behind mowers or tractors. Pros and cons with them as well. Thanks for the help!

[@GarageGear]

@@tomacquilano1304 hey Tom. I would not buy a time master but if your lawn is bigger consider a zero turn or tractor to save time. The Hondas I have used do not spit out clippings if you’re cutting at the correct height

[@tomacquilano1304]

@@GarageGear I have used both but I really don’t want to add another piece of equipment to our garage. Maybe I’ll try the Honda! I cut my grass 2 days ago. Wanted to knock it down a little more so I lowered the height 1/2 a setting and cut it the next day. Spit clippings everywhere. The height difference was so minimal it was sometimes hard to tell what was just cut and what needed to be cut. Sorry to drag this out! Thank you!

[@camerontyson5347]

Just purchased my first Honda! Hopefully it will last. Had toro Briggs and Stratton. It lasted a season before replacing the carb. Even using fuel treatment while sitting. My wife was cutting the grass ran it dry now it won’t start. I think the carb needs to be cleaned. I said screw it rather just invest in something that last and I heard Honda was the best! Also realized every Briggs and Stratton engines on push mowers are pretty much the same and have issues with the plastic carbs.

[@GarageGear]

Yep briggs makes them pretty cheap nowadays!

[@nateh.4414]

Get a can of carb cleaner. Remove the air filter and spray into the throttle plate and any small jets you can see. A lot of the time this will get it going again. I always have a can of carb cleaner on hand for this. Even my honda has done it. I haven't had to take the carb off yet to clean.

[@GarageGear]

@@nateh.4414 that’s a great idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@camerontyson5347]

@@nateh.4414 yea I tried that with carb cleaner, starting fluid , or break cleaner whichever I find lying around first. Runs for second then dies. The new mower I’ll run non ethanol and drain when the season ends which unfortunately is only like month from now because it gets stupid hot in Texas with no rain for 4 months weather is like 105-110 when I go to bed and 98 when I wake up. I definitely don’t take care of the yard during the summer and fall because everything is dead lol

[@nateh.4414]

@camerontyson5347 I know how it is man. I'm in Houston and summer sucks. My hrn216 acted up after a couple mows, brand new. This got me going again and has anytime it's been fussy. These jets in the carbs are so small, anything will clog them. I add startron to my fuel can. It keeps things running pretty smooth.

[@tylerist8]

When i saw the timecutter last year i was excited to get it fir this season. After multiple marketplace sales and huge price increase im glad I didnt. My old toro has been a nonstop machine but im considering going with that hrn126

[@GarageGear]

Can’t beat a Honda!

[@warpig372]

I switched over from a Craftsman to Honda almost 8 years ago. I wish Honda still made Lawn Mowers. It was by far the best mower i ever owned.

[@GarageGear]

Great mowers! 👍

[@Zack.G23]

I got the Honda. It cut grass long time.

[@GarageGear]

Sure do!

[@The_Mace]

Two big-box stores down, how many to go? Menards should be good for a few laughs... 🤣 Also, this is why I prefer used mowers, particularly older ones. Better quality for less money.

[@GarageGear]

Unfortunately I don’t have a Menards near me. I do have an ace hardware though! Perhaps I could see what’s happening there! 🤔 as for funny things happening I really gotta leave my camera on all the time because at both lowes and Home Depot a manager came up to me and asked what I was doing. Both were kind enough to let me keep going. Perhaps I should interview their RYOBI sales reps. Could be fun?! Have a good weekend bud!

[@The_Mace]

@@GarageGear There's always Wal Mart! 🤣

[@GarageGear]

@@The_Mace that would be a good one lol! Tons a of memes to throw in that video! Too many even!

[@DarrellWefel-ts2kr]

Lawn Boy makes the best mower on the market PERIOD

[@GarageGear]

They still make mowers?🤔

[@Thomas63r2]

At these prices its better to just keep repairing an old mower when needed. I have a 2010 Bolens 21" side discharge with a 158cc Briggs engine that I mow my 1/2 acre lawn. I work it hard, clean the deck after every use, change the oil once a season. I think I paid $170 when I bought it at Lowes - its a great simple mower.

[@GarageGear]

Good point thomas! Thanks for sharing

[@lifeintornadoalley]

I'll stick with the Toro vortex technology. I'm in love with it.

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey What do you like about these Vortex machines

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching!

[@thomasdowneyjr.4162]

I got the 190cc HRX 217 i got used it runs great

[@GarageGear]

Great mower you got there

[@thomasdowneyjr.4162]

@@GarageGear i got it off facebook yes i still have it i found my friend one 4 yrs ago for a 100 dollars

[@richardharrison1493]

Prices now days for a gas powered push mower is ridiculous. Last summer Rural King was running a sale on Pulsar 21" 200CC for $100.00. I bought it as I needed something to keep at my mother-in-law's so I didn't have to keep lugging mine over there and local used prices were about the same price. Reviews were very poor for the mower. But $100 new with warranty versus $100 used and no warranty, new won out. This has been one of the best running mowers I have ever own. It starts on the first or second pull every time so far and sips gas. Only issue with it is the flap on the back sometimes goes under the mower when pulling and makes it harder to pull. I may end up taking that off eventually.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing this info Richard!

[@masonpelton3300]

In Canada We've got rid of the time master at home Depot since like 2018, but still have the Toro recycler in the base model Toro

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing mason!

[@garyalensr]

There is a huge recall on the Honda mower. Something lik400 thousand mowers recalled. If you register it Honda takes care of repair. Honda equipment is a fantastic product line!! Its a shame they stopped the gas power mower. I really enjoy your content JB, keep up the great stuff

[@GarageGear]

Yeah, I’m glad they figured it out. I appreciate you watching, my friend. Stay tuned for more vids.

[@marktennier8238]

The SN I checked at Home Depot were outside the recall.

[@LilMyers-dg3vk]

When the hrn had camshaft issues it was bad but now when they don't it's like a ce model

[@GarageGear]

Ce model?🤔

[@JohnNiehaus-iz1fd]

I've owned all the models described including Troy Bilt. OF all the mowers Honda is by far the best. The Troy Bilt is the very basic model but does the job and is easy to maintain. The Toro Personal Pace mower has been the worst. I've always had issues with the drive train going out after the warranty expires. They also had under powered engines (Kohler) that were difficult to start. My neighbor works for Toro and verified this. My Dad taught me, buy the best you can afford. If you can find one, buy a Honda. You won't regret it.

[@GarageGear]

Spot on, my friend! Thanks for sharing your experience

[@cardo1111]

Good stuff. Hard to believe how gas powered mowers have become a rare commodity. The Murray brand always bargain basement is what a quality mower would cost 5-10 years ago. The Toro was about a $1000. five or so years ago. Ironically the Honda seems to have gone up by the lowest percentage.

[@GarageGear]

I FULLY 💯 AGREE WITH THIS STATEMENT Cardo! Thanks for watching bud!

[@Johnny87-tq3dt]

My HD just recently restocked 16 of the Honda lawn mowers. Bought another one just to have. I originally own the hrn vya model and loved it now I own the vka model as well. Hawaii’s prices are ridiculous compared to where you are at. HD is the cheapest on the island at $649 vka model. I bought the vya model for $879 from a local Honda dealer last year. 30” timemaster at HD is $1949 so definitely higher here.

[@GarageGear]

That’s crazy! Def higher there. Glad you were able to score another one as a back up!

[@Johnny87-tq3dt]

@@GarageGear most definitely. Appreciate all your informative videos🤙🏻

[@GarageGear]

@@Johnny87-tq3dt ROCK ON Johnny!

[@Jfitzroy1]

Timemaster is like a juicer machine. It can squeeze moisture out of a tumbleweed.

[@GarageGear]

Hahahahha got that right! lol! Thanks for watching my friend! 🤣👍

[@charlieh5567]

Toro time master at my local tractor supply was $1,000 last year. This year it’s $1,599.

[@GarageGear]

Unreal! These prices are insane! Thanks for sharing Charlie

[@wolfpacva]

I like my Yard Max push mower i bought from Home Depot for $269.00 21" cut 3 in 1 side, mulch, bag.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing wolf!

[@shadwell749]

I bought the Timemaster a year ago before watching your videos. So far the pain on the deck started peeling off after a couple mows and grass clogs. Hoping the pulleys dont break this season because I do like the cut. Also it cannot pull it's own weight up a big hill

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing my friend! This is good info for the community!

[@michaeldavis6550]

Please tell me before i unbox my just purchased HRN 216. How do i have trouble free mowing given the known issue of the extremely exposed belt system for the drive & the blades & the hard labor it is to fix. This known issue makes me very worried about keeping this nower. I returned a ariens razor cause of known issues & a Plastic carburetor & i hate to have to return this one as well but i cant afford to have issues with the belts because of a serious design flaw. Whats your best advise please & Thank you.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Michael! I have had mine for 4 years with no issues. People who have belts problems with these are mowing sticks and letting grass clump up bad underneath. Mow your lawn regularly and keep your deck clean and you won’t have any issues 👍

[@michaeldavis6550]

@GarageGear Thank you for your response. I plan on not being easy with the mower cutting up big piles of leaves at customers houses that I blow into the yard & it's always to hard on his Toro lol. That's the part that really makes me think about this being the wright mower with that exposed belt & pully. Like why would they design it like that with no guard around the belt at all for all the debri to be able to get lodged in there. That is how I will be mowing sometimes with this mower so that's what I'm concerned about. After hearing this do you still feal the same about how I plan on using my mower. I just don't want issues like that with the mower

[@GarageGear]

@@michaeldavis6550 that Honda can handle leaves. The bag will fill quick because it’s small. Leaves won’t be a problem. Just avoid sticks and branches.

[@michaeldavis6550]

@GarageGear Thank you sir, I guess I should get it outta the box lol. Found a used Honda HRR in pretty good condition online with bag for $195. If the person would only answer the E Mail I'd jump on it lol.

[@GarageGear]

@@michaeldavis6550 some people are so slow to respond on there!

[@terrymaloney3973]

How long have the duel blades been around?

[@GarageGear]

On the Honda for many years now. Cuts great!

[@dave8115]

Does anyone know if the recalled units that HD is selling were actually repaired by Honda? My understanding is that the camshaft fix involved a pretty significant teardown, and at least in some cases, the Honda dealers were repairing their own stock (rather than the manufacturer). Makes me a little nervous buying a machine not knowing who fixed all of the HD inventory that was pulled from the shelf.

[@GarageGear]

Here’s your answer kzbin.infoxLxjudDQ54Q?si=qcahLznYjGa_EVTt

[@dave8115]

@@GarageGear Thanks for the reply! My question is whether the manufacturer itself repaired the machines with the green dots, or whether an authorized reseller would have done the work? The repair involves a complete teardown of the engine which seems risky depending on who did the work. Appreciate any insights you have. We may not know the answer in the end, but I am wondering if it is safer to buy a machine from a local authorized dealer. The local dealer near me says that their mechanics did the camshaft repair to the units they had in stock already. They did not send any units back to Honda for repair.

[@GarageGear]

@@dave8115 hey Dave I believe these cam direct from the manufacture with the repair and labeled as such. If you trust your local mechanics I would go for it and buy it from them. 👍

[@jimmckillip7975]

I used to have the Honda actually I had 2 of them I always had transmission problems the motor ran fine transmission would go out

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing with the community.

[@jimmckillip7975]

@@GarageGear the mower that I replaced the Honda with is a toro

[@jameskennedy673]

Those mowers with the B & S motor, you better get the warranty papers filled out ASAP also, bad motors on some.I haven’t bought a new push mower for about 10 years

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching! Yes, Idk share in the video that warranty paperwork should be submitted right away.

[@johnkirkland7465]

Depot doesn’t stock the HRX series locally. Any chance you would know if I order one from HD that it would be shipped from their warehouse with an open recall? Thank you!

[@GarageGear]

Not exactly sure my friend! Did you call Home Depot about this?

[@doobielawson702]

I have a Craftsman mower with the Briggs 6.5hp engine. Bought it from Sears 20 years ago. Still starts 1st or 2nd pull. Change the oil and keep it out of the sun when storing it. Those two things go a long way. Paint still looks fresh, no rust.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome doobie! Thanks for sharing

[@clg_pro2009]

I have one as well for 17 years now. never changed or checked oil. bags slightly ripped and pull cord is bout 2 ft shorter and its hard to crank now lol.. when started up it runs solid still

[@stonz42]

I’ve been using a 25 year old craftsman mower with a 6.75 HP Tecumseh engine until last weekend. It died after an hour and will not restart no matter what I try so it’s time for a new one unfortunately. I’m considering scooping up one of the remaining Honda 216 models or a Toro front wheel drive without that dumb personal pace system. I have an old Honda non self propelled as a back up and it’s great but I’m afraid to buy a new one now that they’re no longer making mowers…major bummer.

[@ald7248]

I had a Weedeater 22" purchased in 2002 with that engine that finally died last month. My father ran that mower on E15 (!) for the first 19 years of its life and never did any maintenance on it apart from changing the oil. Those engines were *tough*.

[@landcruiser7936]

My craftsman with a Honda engine has served me well for 20 years. I plan on buying a Honda before they are gone but will keep the old girl as a backup

[@GarageGear]

Good plan!

[@WeSRT4]

Home Depot sucks for lawn equipment nowadays.

[@GarageGear]

They took a nose dive!

[@simmonsburner]

You should do a “Which Lawn Mowers should you buy” at Menards or fleet farm if you have those near you

[@GarageGear]

Unfortunately I don’t have those stores near me and went to tractor supply but they only had one gas mower out!

[@johnmartin5153]

Do you know if the depot Honda boxes have the green sticker on them? Also where do you get the ethanol free gas?

[@GarageGear]

All the boxes at my local Home Depot have the green dots. A lot of gas stations have ethanol free fuel. Usually it’s on a separate pump. If you search ethanol free near me you can usually find a pump nearby!

[@johnmartin5153]

@@GarageGear awesome thanks for the info ! I think I’ll try to get a green sticker Honda.

[@GarageGear]

@@johnmartin5153 oh yeah! You won’t be disappointed

[@johnmartin5153]

@@GarageGear cool thanks again man ! I’ll check back in in a few months and let you know what I think 🤔

[@andybub45]

My small engine repair business is absolutely exploding right now. These manufacturers keep lowering the quality of their equipment and raising the price, people seem to have caught on and would rather fix their stuff than overpay for a lower quality machine. That Murray is NOT a $300 mower! If you have to buy a new mower, try to find something with a Honda engine while they are still around. If you can’t, the toros are pretty good, especially the super recyclers. I own a super recycler with a Honda engine, it is a great mower.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing andy! I bet your business is booming!

[@harpoon_bakery162]

These prices are ridiculous, what happened , why are they so high?

[@GarageGear]

Inflation took a huge toll on everything.

[@prm5798]

I just ordered a HRX217 from HD today, this mower shouldn’t be affected by the recall correct?

[@GarageGear]

If you watch this video you’ll be able to tell! SHOULD YOU BUY A HONDA LAWN MOWER IN 2024? (3 Things To Check) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqe0iaxsbNuesK8

[@prm5798]

@@GarageGear I did see your video, I’m just getting one shipped to me. I’ll check it when I get it.

[@mattymatt1984]

I picked up the Honda HRX from HD. Going back to the store. Mulch door doesn’t close flush when in full mulch position. Tons of grass coming out the back in clumps. Huge QC issue on Honda’s part. Dissapointed…

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@josej-h1471]

Please review a commercial mower, I do lawn mowing part time to help with my income currently using a toro 21 in residential.. I’m considering a toro 30 commercial or 21in commercial!

[@GarageGear]

I’d go with the toro 21 inch commercial. They are built better with less issues compared to the 30”!

[@josej-h1471]

@@GarageGear thanks . Shoot for a used one or new? I do 10-15 lawns a week.

[@GarageGear]

@@josej-h1471 if you could find a gently used one (may be difficult) that could save you some money! If you buy new at least it’s under warranty! 👍 enjoy the mow my friend!

[@josej-h1471]

@@GarageGear thank you’

[@johnnytopside3702]

In your videos where you say ethanol free gas do you mean use premium gas?

[@GarageGear]

Premium and ethanol free are two different things. I would look at the pump and it should say ethanol free. It might be a higher octane.

[@mrRoverkane]

I’m surprised you still have Honda on the shelf

[@GarageGear]

Some places still got them other don’t! Thanks for watching bud!