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Posted: 4/20/2014 11:21:15 AM EDT
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I broke down and bought a Honda. By far, the best mower I've ever owned.
ETA...l wanted a fast mower. I almost have to run to keep up with it. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 11:32:23 AM EDT
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I broke down and bought a Honda. By far, the best mower I've ever owned. ETA...l wanted a fast mower. I almost have to run to keep up with it. Another vote for the Honda, best one I've ever owned too. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 11:46:53 AM EDT
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Cousin owns a vary large landscaping company. He swears by Honda for walk behind mowers.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 11:49:13 AM EDT
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Cousin owns a vary large landscaping company. He swears by Honda for walk behind mowers. This. HRC216. I owned 25 of them at one point. I've tried everything. Nothing held up as well. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 11:52:23 AM EDT
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Toro rear drive if you have any hills if not front drive is fine. I have one with a Kohler engine. I also have a Husqvarna with a Honda engine also a good machine. But frankly Hondas are over rated the Kohler I think performs better.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 11:52:43 AM EDT
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I would really like to have a Honda, but spending over $500 for one is just not an option I'm afraid.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 12:18:48 PM EDT
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I've been using a Toro for about 6 years now. No issues at all.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 12:19:20 PM EDT
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Goat.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 12:20:14 PM EDT
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Rear wheel > front wheel
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Posted: 4/20/2014 12:39:45 PM EDT
[#10]
Honda end of story.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 12:41:42 PM EDT
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I have a Husqvarna with a Honda motor. The one with the big wheels on the rear. I don't live on a Golf course.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 12:44:39 PM EDT
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Another vote for the Honda, best one I've ever owned too. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I broke down and bought a Honda. By far, the best mower I've ever owned. ETA...l wanted a fast mower. I almost have to run to keep up with it. Another vote for the Honda, best one I've ever owned too. Honda. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:13:53 PM EDT
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Troy Bilt with Honda engine.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:18:18 PM EDT
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Are Honda engines that much better? The B&S in my old Murray still starts on the first pull.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:21:43 PM EDT
[#15]
For non commercial (hell even light commercial use) honda hrx217 models are great.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:23:43 PM EDT
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Are Honda engines that much better? The B&S in my old Murray still starts on the first pull. I'd be willing to bet that it's like anything else; higher-end Briggs are "better' than lower-end Hondas and vice/versa... |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:25:14 PM EDT
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Husqvarna AWD push or a Honda.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:29:19 PM EDT
[#18]
wanted to ask this in my riding mower thread, but if I dont go that way, which walk behind mulches the best?
supposedly the troy built ones are good for that? |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:30:29 PM EDT
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I would really like to have a Honda, but spending over $500 for one is just not an option I'm afraid. I got a Husqvarna 7021r on the recommendation of a member here. It has a honda engine and has been excellent. Eta: the husqvarna is my backup mower. My primary is a toro 20057 which is only better than the husqvarna because of slightly more power. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:33:36 PM EDT
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I'd be willing to bet that it's like anything else; higher-end Briggs are "better' than lower-end Hondas and vice/versa... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Are Honda engines that much better? The B&S in my old Murray still starts on the first pull. I'd be willing to bet that it's like anything else; higher-end Briggs are "better' than lower-end Hondas and vice/versa... I got out of lawn care in 2011 so my opinion in 3 years old. For years a higher end briggs was very good. Then they cheapened them up a bit and a higher end briggs became mediocre. Then they got even cheaper and a higher end briggs wasn't as good as any name brand on the market. Absolute piles of garbage. I won't buy anything with a briggs. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:34:16 PM EDT
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I don't need/want a rider. My yard is not big enough for that, but it's "pushing" it when it comes to a push mower. Right now I have a 10 year old Wally World 5hp Murray that works just fine so I don't really need a new one, but age + size of yard has made mowing more of a chore than I'd like. I want a walk behind self-propelled one. I'm thinking one that is variable speed depending on your pace. An old self-propelled one I had years ago was too fast on some parts of that yard, and slower than I wanted on others. In some cases wrestling with it was more tiring than a pusher. I'm thinking about either the Toro 20332 or 20376. I want something that can do a decent job of bagging/mulching leaves in the fall. I'd really like to spend no more than $400, preferably less. Thanks If its not a Honda, I don't fucking want it. My Craftsman (Honda engine) finally gave up the ghost late last year (after 12 years hard use, best lawn mower I ever had..engine still ran, deck cracked, wheels worn out) and had to get a new one. This time I opted for the 100 percent Honda made mower. LOVE IT ! One hell of a mower. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:34:49 PM EDT
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wanted to ask this in my riding mower thread, but if I dont go that way, which walk behind mulches the best? supposedly the troy built ones are good for that? The expensive snappers (don't remember model) were the best mulcher by a long shot. We always kept snappers for the crews that had a few mulched lawns on their list. High end Hondas for bagging. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:37:59 PM EDT
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Honda, starts on first pull after setting all winter with old gas.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:47:29 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:48:52 PM EDT
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I broke down and bought a Honda. By far, the best mower I've ever owned. ETA...l wanted a fast mower. I almost have to run to keep up with it. This. It sets you back around 7-800 but it will last forever. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:50:32 PM EDT
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Honda gets my vote if you can swallow the upfront payment.
If not, save a hundred (or more depending on which one you get) and get a Toro Quoted:
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I broke down and bought a Honda. By far, the best mower I've ever owned. ETA...l wanted a fast mower. I almost have to run to keep up with it. This. It sets you back around 7-800 but it will last forever. Negative. Home Depot sells a Honda for $399 all day. They also sell a $999 model that brews espresso 
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:58:51 PM EDT
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Has anyone mentioned Honda yet?
I have an HRX217HYA - it is a pleasure to use and it performs flawlessly. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 1:59:48 PM EDT
[#28]
Get a Honda.
Or get something else and just wish you got the Honda. Then when that mower craps out you will buy a Honda. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:13:28 PM EDT
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Get a Honda. Or get something else and just wish you got the Honda. Then when that mower craps out you will buy a Honda. Handas are nice mowers....but.. I have a piece of shit I picked up on Craigslist for $20. Tuned it up, sharpened the blade...5 years later, runs great. People don't take care of stuff...that's why it doesn't ever run right after the first year. And to the OP...riding mower with CD player and cup holder...your welcome. 
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:14:26 PM EDT
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The only Honda that might be in my price range would be the HRR216VKA. I believe Home Depot might have that for around $400.
Good enough?
Should I buy from them or go with a Honda dealer? |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:25:18 PM EDT
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Honda, I own this one, best mower I ever owned. http://www.maxtool.com/us/products/HRX217HYA.asp Had a similar thread a while back, opted for this model. Still in the box in my garage, almost time. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:25:40 PM EDT
[#32]
Take a harbor freight coupon and head over to home depot!
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:26:13 PM EDT
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The only Honda that might be in my price range would be the HRR216VKA. I believe Home Depot might have that for around $400. Good enough? Should I buy from them or go with a Honda dealer? Get it, and HD is fine. I bought mine from them - I would have bought from a local store because I like supporting small local business, but I didn't know they sold them at the time. But HD did a fine job. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:26:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Take a harbor freight coupon and head over to home depot! |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:26:53 PM EDT
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scag
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:27:01 PM EDT
[#36]
Get a honda
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:29:41 PM EDT
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The only Honda that might be in my price range would be the HRR216VKA. I believe Home Depot might have that for around $400. Good enough? Should I buy from them or go with a Honda dealer? The mid range hondas from home depot are great. I've had mine--same model as you state here (or the previous years model equivalent) and it's been great. I've had it going on 8 years and never had problem one out of it. Starts on the first pull most days. Home Depot is great to buy from, good luck. Remember for something like this that paying an extra $100--considering the length of ownership is worth it to get the model you really want. You'll have it a long time and if you are missing a feature which would help you out, it will be missed for a long time. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:30:09 PM EDT
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I am drooling over this mower -
Toro 30 in. TimeMaster Variable Speed Self-Propelled Walk-Behind Gas Lawn Mower The only thing stopping me? $999 at Home Depot. I can buy a nice can and the tax stamp cheaper than that mower.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:34:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I am drooling over this mower - Toro 30 in. TimeMaster Variable Speed Self-Propelled Walk-Behind Gas Lawn Mower The only thing stopping me? $999 at Home Depot. I can buy a nice can and the tax stamp cheaper than that mower. http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/productImages/400/e2/e2f9a61d-a219-4737-9454-88c7e524db0c_400.jpg 
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:36:45 PM EDT
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I own a 4 year old Honda HRX217VKA.
Starts first time every time. Not a spec of rust on it and I live in Western Washington. The plastic deck is great. I just did a tune-up on it, cost me $45 because I bought new blades. Best mower I have ever owned. It was on sale for $50 off and $50 for opening a Home Depot card when I bought it. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:37:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Honda gets my vote if you can swallow the upfront payment. If not, save a hundred (or more depending on which one you get) and get a Toro Negative. Home Depot sells a Honda for $399 all day. Quote HistoryQuoted: Honda gets my vote if you can swallow the upfront payment. If not, save a hundred (or more depending on which one you get) and get a Toro Quoted: Quoted: I broke down and bought a Honda. By far, the best mower I've ever owned. ETA...l wanted a fast mower. I almost have to run to keep up with it. This. It sets you back around 7-800 but it will last forever. Negative. Home Depot sells a Honda for $399 all day. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:40:04 PM EDT
[#42]
Something with tall wheels in the rear.
Honda makes damn good motors. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:40:20 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Yep. That's the one I have. Best mower I've ever used. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Honda gets my vote if you can swallow the upfront payment. If not, save a hundred (or more depending on which one you get) and get a Toro Quoted: Quoted: I broke down and bought a Honda. By far, the best mower I've ever owned. ETA...l wanted a fast mower. I almost have to run to keep up with it. This. It sets you back around 7-800 but it will last forever. Negative. Home Depot sells a Honda for $399 all day. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:41:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Something with tall wheels in the rear. Honda makes damn good motors. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:43:44 PM EDT
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Does the 160cc engine have enough grunt? With a sharp blade, yes. Also, if you lean on the mower and push it then you use less power to drive the wheels. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 2:53:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: With a sharp blade, yes. Also, if you lean on the mower and push it then you use less power to drive the wheels. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Does the 160cc engine have enough grunt? With a sharp blade, yes. Also, if you lean on the mower and push it then you use less power to drive the wheels. The grass in my backyard is really thick and bogs my 5hp B&S motor down sometimes, especially if it's a little damp. I can't cut it as low as I'd like as a result.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 3:14:13 PM EDT
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I've got a Honda HRX2173. It's nice.
The lever to hold down for self propelled on a rear wheel drive mower takes a bit of getting used to (can't stop the "drive" by lifting the front of the mower). Very happy with it. If you're concerned with the composite deck - don't be. 
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Posted: 4/20/2014 3:14:32 PM EDT
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I got a 3 yr old Toro personal pace mower with bagger, rear whdr, for $125 on CL. Had it several yrs now. Very happy with it. |
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Posted: 4/20/2014 3:21:40 PM EDT
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Dumb question, but can the RWD mowers be backed up? Landscaping in yard dictates the ability to do that.
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Posted: 4/20/2014 3:23:45 PM EDT
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I found a real nice mower in the trash about 10 years ago. it would start but I could tell be the noises the motor was shot. put it in my shed. found another mower in the trash a few years later that was similar, deck was shot. combined the two and I have a real nice mower that's like new.
I only use it once a month to clean behind the bushes. |
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