Honda 663020 21 in. GCV170 Engine Smart Drive Variable Speed 3-in-1 Self Propelled Lawn Mower with Auto Choke

The owner of this home has a 1/3-acre lot that is mostly flat, but has some structures to work After considering other personal pacemakers to replace my 15-year-old Toro, I decided on this one A mower that is at least a year old. This Honda is exactly what I needed, so it was well worth the price. I rolled it out of the box rather than lifting it from the container as indicated. I used a box cutter to cut the end flap and drop the end flap. I like this idea very much. One of the first things I noticed was how easy it was to roll when it was When I used to push the Toro, I had to give all my weight to it in order to push it, but not with the TT. A mule's stubbornness was as much of a hindrance as it was a help. - That's a piece of cake- The difference is huge, so we are looking forward to the improvements. Almost without effort on my part, the handle extended upward and snapped into place. The factory-set height was perfect for me at 5'7", so I didn't need to adjust the height. An infant had chewed off a tiny piece of plastic on the adjusting screw for the height. There is no reason for this part to be made of plastic What's the point of them? They won't last, they will both break in time. When you remove the cardboard sleeves, the result will be a small hole. The glued ones peel off easily, but the unglued ones are not so easy to remove. The clipping bag has been assembled after the motor oils and gasoline have been added. There is an unusually wide hole in the gas tank, so I can easily see how much gas is in it. As you can see, it is a light gray color. Every time I filled up, I overspilled gas in the black, narrow gas tank I had in my Toro. With the first pull of the handle, the mower began to run. This does not require a hard yank. It probably took me over 25 times to empty the bag while I cut my lawn, and it started over again each time The start button was always on every time. It's easy to adjust the height of the front and back wheels with the large, easy-to-hold tools You should be able to reach the This is a big improvement over my Toro, which had a smaller handle and a more difficult mechanism to adjust. This handle is larger and easier to adjust, and the heights are marked with inches so you know where you are. On this side, I chose the "bagging" versus "mulching" setting, and it was just as straightforward as anyone could imagine. I then moved the small handle to the "bagging" setting. It's impossible for any of these three handles to extend enough to catch on a fence or a tomato plant support or anything like that outside the mower body. I had to be extra careful with parts of my Toro because they would gouge the aluminum siding of my house or hook on the fence if I wasn't When you drive a mower with your thumb, it works great You need to push a This is a comparatively easy piece to control with one hand, and the amount of power it has is more than my Toro ever had, so if you have the patience and drive, you can go fast with this one. Although I'm not one, sometimes I needed the power that power can provide from a dead stop in thick grass. Whenever I go backward or pivot in a tight circle, I use the touch to ease off the accelerator and the mower backs up smoothly without a fuss. Compared to the Toro, this is an improvement as well. Compared to other models, it seems lighter. These features make it easier to maneuver and control. It is more agile and nimble than ever before. Compared to other lawn mowers, this one is not that loud. As important as this is to me, it is probably quieter than average here. I can't imagine how much quieter our Sundays would be if everyone on my block had one of these! Okay, here are a couple of negatives. Because of its lack of a strap in back, the clippings bag can only be raised by the front handle when you remove it from the side stand. Secondly, the shape and size of the bag will not fit inside the opening of a standard brown paper bag at Lowe's or Home Depot. It requires two hands to tilt it into a can or bag, and you will wish it had a simple strap for the second hand. I think that right there is problematic. To the point of frustration, I spilled all my clips, and then attempted to empty them into a bag, but I eventually As well as the joining of the bag to the mouth of the chute, I would call it a problem. It's impossible to keep clippings from falling into the bag when you remove it, so if you want to keep the clippings in the bag, you have to flip it backwards as you remove This is a straight-forward method. You will see all the grass clippings fall onto your lawn when you pull the back of the mower. The ergonomics are the reason for my complaints. You have done a really good job here- I can be sure that it is well-made, durable, and reliable if it is anything like the Honda cars I've owned for three decades. It is recommended.

Christina Allen

| Sep 09, 2020

A Honda mower for the first time Since I purchased this Honda HRN216VKA myself, I have used it a lot I used the mower for one mowing for this review and for a large 2 days only. Getting used to all the Honda features is a little hard since my old Craftsman came with so many things in it. The mowers on which the engine propels the blades. As an example, Smart Drive. This feature is presented in such a clumsy way There is still room for Honda to improve on its five positions by just a couple additional video seconds. (An update As a result of my attempt to reset the Smart Drive lever position, In a Honda video there is a demonstration, but it is not exactly the same as that It's actually much simpler than that. Furthermore, there is no cruise control on this computer For easier handling, one lever position is all that is needed In order to make the lever and handle frame even, I changed its position. In that case, you need to press the lever down to engage the self-locking mechanism By pressing the accelerator lever, you can make the mower move faster. Pulling it back or stopping it will slow the mower down. let's go back to where it all began. A brief version of the story is as follows April 2020 will mark the death of the Craftsman I loved My Stratton) engine wouldn't start. A very highly regarded Ace repair shop in my region for all mower models had difficulty with it, so it was time to look As for Ace and Craftsman, I believe their reputations were damaged by my repair. According to my guess for the Craftsman, the oil reacts with the gasoline and causes serious So, I purchased an expensive 2020 Toro model 21386, but when I saw the Toro on day two, it had only one spinning wheel for itself - and it was leaking. The Toro is equipped with a two-speed transmission. The rear axle of the cart can be viewed by lifting it up In practice, HDepot tool rental doesn't actually repair mower problems in the way they claim, so I returned the Toro to them and they fully refunded me. My next step is to read CREports, and I see Honda near or at the top, so I try this HRN midcap A model that is reasonably priced. I can walk as fast as I am cutting my dense grass with the HRN Even pulls me in a hurry when I walk fast. The last three Craftsman mowers I've owned didn't reach that fast of a speed (4mph) In fact, this has been going on since the 1980s. In the HRN, there are just two lifters for the deck height, instead of four. Generally, the owner's manual is pretty good, but make sure you learn the terms for the spark plug (found This is the back-side of it The four 8" wheels are driven by four While you ease up on the speed control on turns, the vehicle's speed drops to zero. The deck is made of steel. Unlike the Toro, it cannot be stowed vertically. There is no noise reduction (some reviewers say the HRN is quite), so I wear earplugs. If you store your cheese multiple times, it is a good idea to turn off the gas supply and empty the carburetor each time (approx. 3 minutes to empty the gas line). In comparison to Craftsman and Toro, it has a slightly refined look. As of now, this mower seems to be a good one. While reading the reviews of the newer yr 2020 electric cordless mowers, I was a little disappointed to read that they cut only an inch max off the top of the blade. When I had a corded mower decades ago, I had no choice but to stick with it, and I will not consider switching to electric mowers until it's power problems are resolved. The size of your lawn must be at least 1/3 acre to have power my lawn is It is estimated that there is about 10k square feet of lawn left after subtracting the house, drive, deck, and sidewalks. It would be nice if an electric performed You should not settle for $500 for 1" of space. In spring, I need to mow the lawn more than once per week, so playing with a lawn mower that is underpowered is a waste of energy and time. A well designed electric motor(s) and an energetic battery could accomplish the task A horizon we can hope for This should be here by now, but it's not. I have updated my timeline (update For the tall fescue grass, I just wanted to let you know that my lawn service, which adds fertilizer and weed control throughout the year, told me that the mowing height should be raised to 4". It is confirmed by the MD Extension service at the Univ. of Maryland To mow tall fescue, set the height at 4". With now what the "tall" means, and seeing how different grass types can be mowed, I realize that mowing heights differ by grass type. The last time I cut at 2, it was a little bit too much. I was able to do the 5", so now I'm putting forth an effort at I haven't seen my lawn look better since I began using the service a few years ago. Generally, I used the equivalent Scotts lawn products from Home Depot and Lowe's often in years past, never got past ugly, and kept good records. It is therefore critical to mow the lawn at the right height in order to maintain its beauty A weed control program is more important than weed control. I've noticed that the grass on the best looking lawns in my neighborhood are mowed to a higher height. Early September is the best time to overseed because of the cool soil, rain, and heavy dew).

Kara Fuller

| Mar 31, 2021

Because you wrote "I bought this lawnmower, and I had to spend a lot of money on it. ". A Honda GCV170 engine can be used for the following applications The most challenging mowing conditions are no match for its reliable, easy starting power. I know how to run lawnmowers since I've had them in the past. But it won't start right now. I haven't been able to start it. After dealing with it for half a day, I ask What a terrible thing to do. The lawnmower I purchased has cost me more than $400, and your website is useless there is no chat option, This left me feeling very In return, refund my money and I'll try to find a lawnmower that'll work.

Shiloh Moses

| Jun 18, 2021

I am very disappointed in you. In spite of the malfunctioning of my lawnmower, I could not get a refund.

Davis Ryan

| Apr 08, 2021

During the manufacturing process, errors occur. The blades rub against the deck, causing an extremely loud engine grinding noise as well as extreme vibrations and difficulty operating the My product seems to have been modified from the factory in an improper way, so I received a lemon. It was a disappointment. The full amount of my purchase will be refunded That's unacceptable for a mower that costs $400 or more. As a Honda owner, I expected more from the company.

Yaretzi LEES

| Apr 21, 2021

The last mower I will need to buy will be this one. Mowing the lawn is still something I enjoy doing even at the age of 66. I found it very easy to assemble the mower and get it A start was made on the I love the way the mulching action works. There is no need to bag your food. Using the controls on the front and rear wheels, we were able to raise the deck easily. Although it wasn't cheap, cheaper mowers won't last nearly as long as this one. Probably one of the best mowers on the market.

Finley Downs

| Oct 22, 2020

I have updated I ripped the power cord apart after using it a second time.

I love the Honda quad cut Mulching is easy with this product! This mower always starts on the first pull and cuts my yard pretty quickly since I don't have to go over anything twice. The only complaint I have is the wheels aren't completely level, which makes it tricky to mow with all four wheels in contact with the ground.

Marley Sanders

| Nov 02, 2020