Changing the oil in your Honda GCV 160 lawn mower engine

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I'll show you how to change the oil in your Honda engine. Changing the oil using manufacturers suggested oil weight will keep your Honda engine running for many years to come.
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@nearlynormal 5 жыл бұрын

To prevent oil spilling on mower deck and floor as you tilt the mower, leave the dipstick screwed in until you have the mower completely tipped up on its side. Then loosen the dipstick until the big notches in the threads of the dipstick are exposed allowing the oil to drain out. Do not completely remove dipstick.Just enough to allow the oil to drain. When drained, re tighten dipstick before righting mower. Again, this prevents oil dripping on floor and mower deck. Remove dipstick, wipe clean and re fill engine with oil

@gabea.2123 4 жыл бұрын

I wish I had read your comment an hour ago... I didn't make a big mess but I could have avoided it altogether.

@nearlynormal 4 жыл бұрын

@@gabea.2123 Don't feel bad, I spilled oil too before it finally occurred to me there had to be a reason for those big notches in the dip stick threads.

@gonzaloabril9737 4 жыл бұрын

thanks ! this is going to be my second time , I'm definitely going with your technique- no doubt

@LouisEmery 4 жыл бұрын

Often the comment section is better than the video itself. Thanks

@ChromeArty 5 жыл бұрын

No disrespect brother. But to everyone else tuning is, video starts at 4:00 mark

@BBoxn 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@quienmas5746 3 ай бұрын

Thank youuuuuuu

@pacquiaowright 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the guidance on where to examine for signs of overfilling, e.g., by the governor and air filter, good stuff.

@raysmyth8596 Ай бұрын

I have a GCV160 on my lawn mower for the last 24 years, it's still running perfectly. Had to replace the deck after about 15 years due to corrosion. Well worth ones while to look after the engine diligently, it'll reward the tlc!

@marshallborder9089 5 жыл бұрын

I buy my oil by the 5 quart jug , cost saving that way . But I measure 12 ounces out for my Honda and add a bit more to bring it up to the max level on the drip stick . That's the life of the motor changing the motor oil and always using ethanol free gas .

@joshkustes9328 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir, I have a Troy built but same Honda motor .. Going to change mine when I get home thanks to you . Just picked up my Pennzoil 10W30 🙌

@BradleyWine-zr1uf 11 ай бұрын

Cut the top off of a gatorade bottle place it on the filler tip with one hand and hold the bottle with the other viola no mess every time

@DIYivan04 Жыл бұрын

I have a Troy built with the same engine. Going strong 9 years, runs like new. Hondas reputation is well earned

@SmallEngineDIY Жыл бұрын

Cool! They will last a long time if you take care of them. 👍👍

@joej.4170 6 жыл бұрын

They make a suction pump works great for changing oil in small engines.

@coache5898 25 күн бұрын

If you’re just trying to change your oil skip to the three minute and 20 second mark and he finally tells you what to do.

@hakansundstrombmwsweden7645 4 жыл бұрын

Oil should be shecked with the dipstick not screwed in. So level is just right....not overfilled

@AngelaBendrien 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the help ..you are awesome !😊

@jonlevinson3000 Жыл бұрын

thanks for this

@hourofbats7984 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this instructional! My boss wants me to change oil in our pressure washer with the same engine and I couldn't find any drainage valve on the bottom

@AK2WI 4 жыл бұрын

That dog is killing me 😂

@Whiskeyagogo519 5 жыл бұрын

12 to 13 oz according to the Honda manual

@jimiguitar6324 5 жыл бұрын

This mower is perfect for medium to large yards ...I'm on one Acre I use the craftsman for front and back yards and a Earthquake String mower for the open larger part of the yard works out perfect the Craftsman mower has the GCV Honda Engine and the Earthquake String mower has the Viper Engine....Both these engines are some of the very best and will last many years

@jonathanionescu130 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man

@marcbrown6131 2 ай бұрын

You don't screw the dipstick in on when you check a Honda lawn mower motor oil so it probably isn't overfilled

@TJMessianic1 7 жыл бұрын

Thank u for this video. N thank u for being kind to ur pets. They're awesome !

@SmallEngineDIY 7 жыл бұрын

TJ Yes, they are awesome!

@SmallEngineDIY 7 жыл бұрын

TJ Yes, they are awesome!

@moto1p1 4 жыл бұрын

They are just like human members of the family, just considerably more loyal.

@TJMessianic1 4 жыл бұрын

moto1p1 SO true ! 👍❤️

@leester9487 7 жыл бұрын

good helper

@SmallEngineDIY 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I hope it helps.

@TLMY2 2 жыл бұрын

Need to check the manual on how to check the oil level. I believe you don't screw it in then remove to check. You just stick the cover in, then pull it out and check the level.

@robertknight4672 Ай бұрын

I remember having a sticker on a Honda engine that said that although that was on a Honda brand lawn mower. I suppose the stickers good fall off.

@norge696 4 жыл бұрын

Oil is the first thing you should check.

@austinalvarado9070 Жыл бұрын

Thank ya 🤘🏼

@SmallEngineDIY Жыл бұрын

👍👍

@fredcloud9668 4 ай бұрын

15w40? Where did you get that?

@rayparkin8318 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video - thank you! I have a Honda Yardman 160cc that has been sitting for a couple years. I'm going to pull the oil, and thanks to your video, I'll be able to do it much easier! The gas has evaporated - do you think I need to check the carb, or should I be okay? Thanks again!

@SmallEngineDIY 7 жыл бұрын

Ray Parkin If the gas has evaporated, I would check the fuel line and the carb for varnish buildup. If the gad was not treated, the carb might be clogged.

@tjm52071 4 жыл бұрын

.58 qt = 18.56 oz. A better tip with the kitty litter,..... after putting it on top of the oil spill, grind the kitty litter in with your foot. That will pulverize the litter, making a powder that further absorbs, and scrubs the concrete. But now the big question. To check the oil, do you thread it in and out each time, or measure by just putting the dipstick into the hole and not threading it in ?

@robertknight4672 4 жыл бұрын

On Hondas they say not to thread it in to check the oil level. Usually there's a sticker on dipstick side that demonstrates this book they wear off.

@coryblocker2056 4 жыл бұрын

@SBow311 nope - just stick it in. don't screw it in.

@nickrandolph9749 4 жыл бұрын

This video played twice reading comments.😅😅 Usually is warm climates for mowing especially in most parts of America. If you live below Washington D.C. on east coast of America it's probably hot in your area during mowing season

@kengodin6800 4 жыл бұрын

Lol I thought that was a land mind from your dog

@WilliamMightyRed 2 жыл бұрын

4:56 Dog supervision!

@willpeony5534 Жыл бұрын

They know everything, even though they act dumb.

@willy541000 7 жыл бұрын

my husqvarna with Honda gvc 160 recommends sae 30 over 32F and 5w-30 under 32F. Not sure why different since they are same motor.

@SmallEngineDIY 7 жыл бұрын

willy541000 Yes, that is strange. On Honda engines I use 10w30, on Briggs and Stratton I use 30w. 30W especially if you are in warmer climates 90F +. 10w30 will work but might burn a little oil.

@garyjackson4068 6 жыл бұрын

I live in Lafayette,Louisiana and the weather is hot almost all year round.Is using 10w30 ok to use on my Honda GCV160?

@disrespectz 6 жыл бұрын

It's due to the oil viscosity and weight at different temps. Colder climates use a thinner oil because cold oil is thick at first then thins out as it warms up. Warmer areas use a "thicker" oil because it's already warm, and once again as it runs will thin out. Both situations the oil will be roughly the "same" viscosity..... This is of course in perfect world scenario..... Just a real brief quick explanation... Hopefully that kinda helps....

@ChromeArty 5 жыл бұрын

@@disrespectz question is... how often are lawnmowers used in the cold 🤔

@disrespectz 5 жыл бұрын

Some regions have colder temps and cool season turfs thrive in, meaning mowing at colder temps.

@haydenbrasson4324 4 жыл бұрын

Will 5w-30 work?

@conner5611 3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@fujinoyamicchan 3 жыл бұрын

I use plastic bag, it never mess floor.

@garyjackson4068 6 жыл бұрын

I have a Honda GVC160 lawn mower engine and the problem is that is when the engine is running,it acts like it wants to shut off.What i mean is the RPMs keep going down and going back up.Could that be the engine governor? if there is a engine governor,where is it located on this type of engine?

@SmallEngineDIY 6 жыл бұрын

Gary Jackson I would check the carburetor first. It could need a good cleaning.

@garyjackson4068 6 жыл бұрын

The DIY Tool thank you

@garyjackson4068 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@chrisroberts9516 6 жыл бұрын

@ Gary Jackson Mine was doing the same. Buy a set of welding tip cleaner/reamers. (Tractor Supply, Amazon etc.) Remove and ream the main jet on the carb. Spray carb cleaner in the carb orifices. Mine works great now!

@rls151 2 жыл бұрын

Also saw it could be the gas cap isn't venting properly