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Majorxlr8n

Location: Freehold NJ
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Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Original Message Jun 11, 2005 7:44 pm

Here's my latest project before.......

.... and after

Its a nice little Honda riding mower model HT-R 3009, 9hp 30" rider. Bought it for $50 not running. The carb was a BIG mess, it needed a new blade & battery. Runs ok but smokes a little because I added too much oil to the crankcase (no owner's manual). It cuts & bags extremely well - not bad for a $100 total investment...

Marty

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robmints

Joined: May 13, 2003
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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #1 Jun 11, 2005 11:08 pm

Beautiful Marty.
It would be nice if the previous owners took as good of care of the machines you fix as you do.

Highwind

Despite the high cost of living, have you noticed how it remains so popular.

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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #2 Jun 12, 2005 12:08 pm

As usual Marty, you did some fine work on that machine. Another OPE saved from the scrap yard before its time.

Honda stable: HS 724 snowblower; HRS216 lawnmower; BF2 UWWW; 5 HP, 2200 psi/2.9 GPM pressure washer.

Electric: BV2500 B&D Leaf Hog/snow duster; old 12" Weedeater.

AJace

I have an Ariens 926 Pro because I like Orange

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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #3 Jun 12, 2005 12:59 pm

A little polish and we're good to go.

Ariens 926 DLE Professional; Toro S200; Craftsman LT1000, Echo ES-230;

Vangellis

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Location: Factoryville, PA. (NE PA)
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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #4 Jun 12, 2005 1:28 pm

Marty, your before and after pics always amaze me. Nice work.

Kevin

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buttlint

Joined: Oct 14, 2002
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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #5 Jun 12, 2005 2:24 pm

Marty....great work again.

How many pieces in the fleet now? How about a group photo?
Better watch it buddy.........you are in danger of becoming the Citizen Kane of OPE.

Termy

Location: Washington
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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #6 Jun 12, 2005 4:46 pm

You did a great job, looks great...

Marshall

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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #7 Jun 12, 2005 8:30 pm

Ohhhhhh Marty, you've done it again.

Majorxlr8n

Location: Freehold NJ
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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #8 Jun 13, 2005 12:36 am

Thanks Guys!

I actually remembered to post a BEFORE pic this time!

I did the entire lawn (3/4 acre) with this Honda on Saturday. It took quite a while with that diminutive 30" deck, but the lawn sure looked darned good afterwards. I'm amazed on how quiet the engine & cutting deck operate. I took a chance & sandblasted the carburetor's float bowl, as it was heavilly varnished & rusted up - it cleaned off that crud in seconds. I refrained from following suit with the carb's main body, as I didn't want to get any particles stuck in it's insides. Instead, I used a Scotchbrite pad with carb cleaner to get the rest of the carb spic & span.

I know its summer (almost!) but I have to throw a little snowblower story in here! I missed a KILLER deal by a mere minute Saturday on an early 1980's Sears Craftsman 7hp, 2 stage, CLEAN & RUNNING snowblower that I saw at a yard sale for $25. I watched it tool down the driveway with its new owner smirking.

Marty

AJace

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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #9 Jun 13, 2005 1:58 am

That's right Marty, it was the first time you posted a before and after. Too bad about that Sears.

Ariens 926 DLE Professional; Toro S200; Craftsman LT1000, Echo ES-230;

cleanmaxx_brian

"At least I am enjoying the ride"

Location: Wantagh, Long Island, NY
Joined: Mar 12, 2005
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Re: Honda HT-R 3009 Rider Before/After
Reply #10 Jun 13, 2005 9:03 am

Nice job!!! Looks great!

Brian Chang

Ariens 8526LE, Bradley 32" 12.5HP walk behind mower, Echo BP200 blower, Troy Built 4.5HP Pressure Washer, Craftsman 4.5HP Yard Vac, Homelite line trimmer, Scotts 21" high wheel mower, MTD 3.5HP Edger.

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