Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

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

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.

You did a great job, looks great...

Ohhhhhh Marty, you've done it again.  

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

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

Nice job!!! Looks great!

Way to go Marty! Another decent machine saved from the scrap heap.

Excellent rehab ! 

Dave...

As usual my friend, awesome job!

C