Why does my Honda engine surge?
If an engine is not getting enough fuel (this is called “running lean”), due to fuel pressure (regulated by the fuel pump and regulator), restricted fuel injectors, a vacuum leak or really anything that throws off the fuel mixture going in to the engine, this can cause the surge.
What kind of engine does a Honda gcv160 have?
Official specs and features for the Honda GCV160 OHC engine. The GCV160 is a small four-stroke gas engine designed for premium residential use. Oil Capacity: 0.98 …
What was the problem with my Honda gx160?
Been working on a 5.5 HP Honda GX160 engine on a pressure washer. Older unit but not used a lot. The problem last summer was the engine would start, run a short time, and die. The first thing I did was remove and clean the fuel tank and the screen inside the tank.
Is the gcv160 powered lawn mower run fine?
Here’s the deal, I bought a new GCV160 powered mower this Spring, it isn’t used a lot, I only run non-ethanol fuel in it much like all of my craftsman power equipment. The first time or two I used it, less than 1 hour, it ran fine.
Why is my Honda gcv160 mower not working?
If the filter and fuel line are clear, in view of the fact that the problem arose after you lent it to a neighbour (something I would never do, by the way – you now know why) check that there has not been interference with the governor mechanism, in particular the anti-oscillation spring.
What to do if your Honda gcv160 stalls?
Cutting the throttle to idle will sometimes keep the engine running, wait 15 sec and then take it up to full load, will run 5-10 minutes and then repeats the stumble. Engine stumbled when new once or twice a weekend, but wouldn’t die. If it stalls completely I have to wait 1-2 minutes before I can restart.
Why does Honda gcv160 engine only run wide open?
The throttle butterfly in the carb is just a crack more then at idle. When a load is applied the governor sense’s the rpm drop and allows the throttle to open further to compensate for load. Full power output is achieved under heavy load that allows the governor to open the throttle to full open but due to te load still remains near 3200 rpm.
What is serial number of Honda gcv160 engine?
The engine serial # is GJAE1576258. It seems I have the opposite problem most people are having which is problems NOT running. Mine fires up on the first pull and it revs very high (sounds like it’s about to explode).
What makes a Honda gcv160 Rev 3200 rpm?
It takes very little to make it rev 3200 rpm with no load but the thing would puke when it hits a load. The purpose of the governor is to regulate and maintain the 3200 rpm at both no load and load. The gov needs repairing.