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What is the spark plug gap for a Honda lawn mower?

Dennis WaldenSep 13, 2021

The gap should be 0.028 ~ 0.031 inches (0.7 ~ 0.8 mm). Correct it if needed by bending the side electrode. Step 6: Install the new spark plug by hand.

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People also ask, what gap should a lawnmower spark plug be?

between 0.028 and 0.031 inches

Secondly, where is the spark plug on a Honda GCV160?

Also question is, how can you tell when a spark plug is bad?

Symptoms of bad spark plugs can include:

  1. Reduced gas mileage.
  2. Lack of acceleration.
  3. Hard starts.
  4. Engine misfires.
  5. Rough idling.

Are Honda GCV engines good?

Quiet, Lightweight Reliable Power

Honda GCV engines offer a quiet, yet powerful and lightweight combination for a variety of demanding applications. Ideal for residential mowers and pressure washers, these engines pack a punch.

Do Honda lawn mower spark plugs come pre-gapped?

Champion spark plugs traditionally leave the factory pre-gapped for their most popular application. However, a plug may fit hundreds of engines, from cars to golf carts. Gapping the plugs to your engine's specifications is important to prevent pre-ignition, detonation, fouling and poor fuel economy.

What spark plug does a Honda HRX217 use?

Honda HRX217 Lawn Mower Parts HMA/HXA/TDA
Part NumberDescriptionQty
BPR6ESSpark Plug1
72531-VH7-000Blade Rotary (Upper)1
72511-VH7-000Blade Rotary1

What kind of spark plugs does Honda use?

Here's how a standard OEM Honda plug is constructed: Platinum or Iridium Center Electrode. A OEM Honda plug will have a platinum (90k mile rating) or iridium tip (120k mile rating). These are both costly metals, but prolong the life of your plug.

What is the difference between RC12YC and rc14yc spark plug?

What is the difference between rc12yc and rc14yc spark plug? The higher number is a slightly hotter spark type plug. The RC14YC4 is now the standard plug for the 990/992 Generac engines. The 999 in the new 16-22kW Evolution (7000 series) units and older 20kW units are still using the cooler RC12YC4 plugs.

What should the spark plug gap be on a Briggs and Stratton?

Flathead Engine Spark Plugs & Gaps
Replacement Part TypeBriggs & Stratton Spark Plug Part NumberSpark Plug Gap
Electromagnetic Suppression (EMS) (Replaces Champion QC12YC)691043 792015.030”
Extended Life Series® OHV Spark Plug Platinum (Replaces Champion RC12YC)696202 5066 (5066D, 5066H).030”

What is the spark plug gap on a Briggs & Stratton lawn mower?

Flathead Engine Spark Plugs & Gaps
Replacement Part TypeReplacement Spark Plug Options by Briggs & Stratton Part NumberSpark Plug Gap
Standard Resistor796112S 802592S 5095.030”
Electromagnetic Suppression (EMS)697451.030”
Extended Life Series® L-Head Spark Plug Platinum796560 5062 (5062D, 5062H).030”
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Dennis Walden

Dennis owns a small farm and loves to grill since his early childhood. He’s a professional cook, but hiking and enjoying the great outdoors is his no less favorite part of life.