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New to the forum, I own a 2006 HRR216K3VXA, S/N begins with 729. No troubles so far, just reg maintenance.
This year it took 4-5 pull to get it started, a new E3 brand plug, fresh oil, and air filter solved that problem, it now starts as quickly as when new, i.e, first pull. Yea!
Back in 2007 had the Roto-Stop replaced in warranty as part of a recall, along with a Smart Drive update, now I'm considering blade replacement or sharpening.
Took a look underneath and the blades do not look bent or too dinged, and mows my Bermuda quite well. I like to mulch and the clippings I see left on the lawn look pretty evenly chopped up.
So my question is: am I best to leave well enough alone or should I attempt a DIY sharpening, or instead, a routine blade replacement?
Also is there a link anywhere to a n/c shop manual? I tend to be a tinkerer and even if I don't undertake a repair, I like to look at service or shop manuals to "see what makes it tick." I find it helps me to understand the type of machinery I use better if I know the layout of components and parts.
Appreciate any comments or advice, good forum too, I look forward to checking in often!
New to the forum, I own a 2006 HRR216K3VXA, S/N begins with 729. No troubles so far, just reg maintenance.
This year it took 4-5 pull to get it started, a new E3 brand plug, fresh oil, and air filter solved that problem, it now starts as quickly as when new, i.e, first pull. Yea!
Back in 2007 had the Roto-Stop replaced in warranty as part of a recall, along with a Smart Drive update, now I'm considering blade replacement or sharpening.
Took a look underneath and the blades do not look bent or too dinged, and mows my Bermuda quite well. I like to mulch and the clippings I see left on the lawn look pretty evenly chopped up.
So my question is: am I best to leave well enough alone or should I attempt a DIY sharpening, or instead, a routine blade replacement?
Also is there a link anywhere to a n/c shop manual? I tend to be a tinkerer and even if I don't undertake a repair, I like to look at service or shop manuals to "see what makes it tick." I find it helps me to understand the type of machinery I use better if I know the layout of components and parts.
Appreciate any comments or advice, good forum too, I look forward to checking in often!