What ten years does to a brake disc!Occasionally a brake disc gets so rusted in place that it will not come free using normal methods.A ten year old Honda CRV came into the household this week that was riding on it’s original brake discs, yup, ten years old! They were incredibly rusty and corroded.I tried the usual methods to try and dislodge them based on 25 years of doing this kind of stuff. Gentle (and not so gentle) tapping around the brake disc edge with a soft face hammer.
Soaking the rusted parts with a penetrative oil and more tapping. Using the caliper bolts in the ‘push out’ screw holes, which just cracked the disc and ruined the bolts (only available from the Honda main dealer). Using a pair of bolts in the caliper mounting holes to try and force the disc outwards (whilst hitting rotor). So much tension built up in the mounting that I feared it would break.OK then, what to try next.
The video above shows how to remove stuck rotor screws in Hondas. It is important to have several Ball Pein Hammers on hand in order to perform this repair. Eric also uses an Impact Driver in this video. Another good thing to have on hand is Anti-Seize Lubricant to put on your new rotors to prevent the screw from seizing after you replace it. Regardless of the Honda Accord OEM parts that you are in the market for, such as front brake rotors or door lock actuators, you can peruse our parts catalog at PartsGeek.com to find the Honda parts that you need to repair or even accessorize your Accord.
Nope, that could ruin the wheel bearings by dimpling the ball bearing races inside. Judicious application of heat with a torch? Nope, a brake disc is big and would need a LOT of heat to work which might scorch the grease in the wheel bearing and anyway it’s way too risky.But then I had an ‘aha’ moment. Remember how easy the disc cracked when I tried to use the caliper bolts to screw the disc out? If the discs are so brittle why not try cutting part way through the outer edge of the disc and then splitting it the rest of the way.OK, I know that sounds extreme, but was actually not too bad once I’d accepted that this was the only sensible option. The tool: a 4″ mini grinder fitted with a very thin cutting disk.Of course suitable eye and hand protection is a must with this kind of job and you’d be a fool to attempt it without them. Wear something to protect your hands and eyes for this job.Find a space on the disc where there is already a hole, either a wheel stud hole or other fixing hole.This makes it easier to split the disk once you have cut part way through it.Rotate the disc so the hole you’re cutting towards is in a place free of obstructions.
Usually at the top is good just to the side of the disk shield etc.Slowly cut through the disc from the outer edge towards the wheel bearing in the centre. Cut down and into the hub part of the disc slightly. Stop and lift away the cutting disk every few seconds once you hit the hub, looking for a dark spot which indicates that you have cut through the disk/hub to the backside.
Don’t cut further or you risk cutting into the wheel hub itself. Nice one Don, great minds think alike! One tool I don’t have, but one I suspect, should it join the stable would lead to another ‘how did I manage without this tool’ moment (the first, many years ago the purchasing of a Fein Multisaw).You’re right about the narrow radius of the mini grinder, hence the gentle tap with the chisel to crack the tiny last little bit.
I still like the method, I always hated using a big hammer on anything with a bearing.Glad you got the blooming things off, amazing how rusty they get huh!?Thanks for the kind comment and for stopping by,Have a great weekend!Ian. Thanks Peter, you have a keen eye! I have to agree with you, I should dress the end of this particular chisel and your observation is perfectly valid. But also I have to note that the said chisel was manufactured in the 1950’s and in all my 32 years on the tools I think I’ve only had a piece break off once and that just fell harmlessly to the side. I recon the steel was better tempered in those days (softer and more malleable maybe?), I doubt the more common cheaply made Chinese chisels would fare so well (I suspect the tempering may be the same throughout.) so, yes. Keep your chisel ends tidy folks!Thanks again Peter, well spotted!Best regardsIan.
Below are general locations where the model ID plate may be located on a Honda PowerEquipment product. Scroll to find which Honda Power Equipment product you have,and read the information provided to help you determine what model you have foryour Honda product. This information is important to your local Honda Power Equipmentdealer to help you find the correct replacement parts or service for your HondaPower Equipment unit. If you are having difficulties locating the model ID plate,contact your local for assistance.Commercial Mowers:Use the pictures below for help finding the model name of your commercial mower.HRC215, HRC216HRC7013, HRC7113, HRC7018/7020Consumer Lawn Mowers:See the picture below for help finding the model name.General Purpose Engines:To find the model number, look for a model number sticker on the engine. All Hondaengines model numbers start with the letter ' G,' such as ' G100',' GX610', or ' GXV160.' Honda engines are designed and certified to run on regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10% ethanol (E10).Gasoline is allowed, by regulation, to contain a variety of additives.
The sameregulation limits how much of some additives, such as alcohol, can be included inthe fuel and still allow it to be sold as gasoline. A maximum of 10% ethanol isallowed in gasoline (other oxygenates are also listed). Honda engines are designedfor good performance and efficient operation using gasoline containing from 0 to10% ethanol.E85, a mixture of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline, has been in the news recently. E85is an alternative fuel; it is not gasoline.
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Honda engines are not designed or certifiedto run on E85 or any other alternative fuel. Always refer to your manual for the recommended fuel and the currently approved additives.
American Honda's Distributor's Limited Warranty coverage starts from the date ofthe first retail purchase.American Honda only manufactures new lawn mowers; we do not refurbish products forresale. Since Honda is not involved with the refurbishing, we have no knowledge ofwhat work has been done to refurbished units, nor do we know the reason why theywere returned to Home Depot.
You would need to contact the store where the productwas purchased for more information.Refurbished mowers are sold 'as-is', so any damaged or missing parts are the responsibilityof the buyer or retailer, not American Honda. Warranty terms are shown in the back of many of ourowner's manuals. You can also click below to view American Honda’s most currentDistributor’s Limited Warranty Terms.For all other products contact your selling dealer or Honda Power Equipment CustomerRelations at 770-497-6400.Please note: general purpose engines have an international warranty. If you havea question regarding this type of warranty, please contact the or contact Honda Power EquipmentCustomer Relations at 770-497-6400. If you are in a country outside the United Statescontact the distributorin that country.
You may take your Honda product to any that carries your particular product line for warrantyrepairs. When taking your product in for warranty service, you must provide proofof purchase.NOTE: To qualify for warranty, the product must be purchased in the United States,Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
and the product must be an American model.General Purpose Engines (engines installed on non-Honda equipment) carry an internationalwarranty so country of origin or country where sold does not exclude warranty coverage. American Honda's Distributor's Limited Warranty coverage starts from the date ofthe first retail purchase.American Honda only manufactures new lawn mowers; we do not refurbish products forresale. Since Honda is not involved with the refurbishing, we have no knowledge ofwhat work has been done to refurbished units, nor do we know the reason why theywere returned to Home Depot. You would need to contact the store where the productwas purchased for more information.Refurbished mowers are sold 'as-is', so any damaged or missing parts are the responsibilityof the buyer or retailer, not American Honda. Your lawn mower engine is not factory-equipped with a spark arrester.
In some areas,it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester. Check local laws andregulations.
An optional USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) approvedspark arrester is available from an authorized Honda servicing dealer.toview a list of optional spark arresters you can purchase from an authorized Hondadealer. Specific page for spark arrester kits is 2-9.to find an authorized servicing Honda lawnmower dealer in your area. (Applies to the HRB216, HRB217, HRR216, HRS216, HRT216, HRX217, and HRZ216 modelsonly) The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioningas designed. Allow the engine to cool, and disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent accidentalstarting. Remove the three flange bolts and the heat shield. Remove the two set screws and the spark arrester from the muffler. Check for carbon deposits on the spark arrester and the exhaust port.
Brush carbon deposits away. Be careful to avoid damaging the spark arrester screen.
Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten all hardware securely. Reconnect the spark plug cap. If you look closely, you’ll see that most grass has stems and leaves. If you cutoff the leaves, you’ll scalp the lawn. Let the grass recover between mowings.
Yourmower will work better, and your lawn will look better.If your grass gets too tall, cut it once at the highest cutting height setting,then mow again in 2 or 3 days. Don’t take off more than one third of total grassheight in any one mowing, or brown patches may develop. Consult a local nurseryor lawn and garden center for cutting height recommendations and advice about specifictypes of grasses and growing conditions in your area. Cutting height adjustmentis explained in the owner’s manual. For an even lawn finish, overlap each mowing swath by a few inches. If the grassis very tall or thick, use more overlap and a narrower mowing swath.Your Honda mower will work most efficiently if you use the following mowing patternsas much as possible.
Mower deck and equipment design and the direction in whichthe blade rotates cause these mowing patterns to give the best results.MulchingUse a counterclockwise mowing pattern when the mulching plug is inserted or theClip Director® knob is in the full MULCH position. If the lawn has an irregularshape or many obstacles, divide it into sections where you can use counterclockwisemowing patterns.BaggingUse a clockwise mowing pattern. This will give the best bagging performance, leavingthe least amount of clippings on the lawn.Rear-Discharge MowingRemove the grass bag and close the discharge guard. Remove the mulching plug oradjust the Clip Director knob to the desired setting and begin mowing in a clockwisemowing pattern. If the lawn has an irregular shape, or many obstacles, divide itinto sections.
Your mower can be used to pick up fallen leaves for disposal. If using the mowerto bag large amounts of fallen leaves and not for mowing, set the cutting heightadjustment levers so the front of the mower deck is one or two settings higher thanthe rear.If you want to mulch fallen leaves into your lawn, don't let the leaf cover gettoo deep before you begin.
For best results, start mulching while grass still showsthrough the leaf cover. In places where fallen leaves completely cover the grass,remove the leaves by raking or use the grass bag so your mower can pick them upfor disposal. Insert the mulching plug or position the Clip Director® knob in theMULCH position.To bag leaves with the HRX217 mower, position the Clip Director knob in the #9 position(not quite full mulching) to start. This setting will allow the leaves to be recirculatedand recut until the particles are small enough to pass though the sliding door openingand into the grass bag. Depending on the size, type, and water content of the leaves,it may be necessary to open the Clip Director to allow for best bagging results.Using the Clip Director correctly will allow better grass bag filling, resultingin less grass bag emptying. Be sure there are no obstacles, including rocks, hiddenunder the leaves.To bag leaves with rear discharge mowers, install the optional leaf shredder inthe discharge opening.
The leaf shredder helps to chop up the leaves to better packthe grass bag so it won't have to be emptied as often. Be sure there are no obstacles,including rocks, hidden under the leaves.fora list of available leaf shredders for Honda lawn mowers. Specific page for leafshredders is 2-7.to find an authorized servicing Honda lawn mowerdealer in your area.