Honda HRC216 Commercial Mower Tune Up and More

DIY tutorial for a complete tune up for a Honda HRC216 commercial lawn mower, including oil change, air filter replacement, spark plug, and other maintenance. Tips to reshape a warped air box and an unexpected discovery at the end. Honda OEM Air Filter 17218-ZG9-M00 with Pre-filter 17211-ZG9-M00: https://amzn.to/3pY5ZrV Honda 10w3 Oil: https://amzn.to/3t2mhBS NGK BPR5ES (# 7734) spark plug: https://amzn.to/3I1Z9YP Magnetic spark plug socket set: https://amzn.to/3CzmpvO Tachometer I often use: https://amzn.to/3sHibiH 00:00 I'm not Allan 00:59 Gap and replace NGK BPR5ES spark plug 03:36 Oil level check 04:08 Remove and replace air filter 05:23 Check and lubricate throttle and choke cables 05:55 Fuel tap and carburetor bowl check 09:03 Clean gaskets and carburetor exterior 10:17 Clean airbox 10:50 Reshape warped airbox 13:18 Replace airbox, air filter and prefilter 16:15 Drain and refill crankcase oil 18:09 The money shot 19:38 Bonus tip The tools I like and use most often: My absolute favorite tester - Spark Check'r : https://amzn.to/453axCG Mityvac MV8500 Vacuum/Pressure tester: https://amzn.to/4iN2YDj Mityvac Small Engine Compression Tester: https://amzn.to/4jGC1CA Magnetic spark plug socket set: https://amzn.to/3CzmpvO Tachometer: https://amzn.to/3sHibiH Vessel Megadora JIS screwdriver set: https://amzn.to/363RFqO Channellock Bent Needle-nose pliers: https://amzn.to/3I5DbnA Long 1/4 Quick-connect Torx Driver Bits: https://amzn.to/3HUNgnm Another Spark Tester I like: https://amzn.to/3CxW2qi OTC Leak-down Test Kit: https://amzn.to/3CyUhJn Wear your safety glasses, or you'll shoot your eye out. Try on some gloves. Take off that spark plug boot. Clean your room. Open the windows, those fumes are nasty. Just 'cause I do it, don't think it's the end all, be all solution. There's plenty more ideas out there, I can't take responsibility if you slice off a few fingers after watching my videos. And don't just pour that toxic stuff down the sewer or in the ditch, dispose of waste responsibly. Just be safe, OK? Follow along with me elsewhere:   / thelawnmowerlady   https://the-lawnmower-lady.blogspot.com/ Titles, opening graphics, and music by AbleVFX. Any links to products are likely affiliate links, and I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases (Thank You!), with no additional costs to you. Disclaimer: The content of this video is purely for my entertainment, and is available to you for informational and educational purposes only. It's not substitute advice from small engine mechanics with professional training and certifications, nor does it create any kind of relationship between the The Lawnmower Lady and you. Your situation may be different, and the The Lawnmower Lady makes no warranties, express or implied, as to the fit, accuracy, or applicability of the information shown in this video, and implies no guarantee of results. The Lawnmower Lady and any sponsors of this video are not liable for any damages of personal injury, property damage or loss of any kind that may result from the use or reliance on this video and/or any parts and procedures represented in this video. You are using the information presented in this video solely at your own risk. #honda #HRC216 #tune-up #lawnmower #smallenginerepair #DIY