Sources for HR214 Parts and HR194 parts

So I've been collecting sources for honda parts, I thought I'd stick them in a single post to keep things neat and clean. Sources below, with links.

• Plano Power-Texas based, parts catalog is pretty easy to navigate, but they sent me an incorrect part and claimed it was my fault. Shipping seemed pretty high too.

• Boats.net-Looks like these guys aren't really focused on honda lawnmowers, but they do carry the parts, and Bryanst1 says they have the best price. Looks like you can chat live with a rep...kinda cool.

• Honda dealerships-You can get a listing of local honda dealerships/service centers here, but you'd better call ahead because its pretty rare that something is in stock for a 20 year old mower. If you have the part number from either boats.net or plano power, you can make sure they aren't hurting you too badly on the price too.

• Ebay-With a mower this old, I've been keeping an eye out for cheap used parts, or even new old stock.

• Craigslist.org-Just scored some wheels and transmission parts...tons of the hr194 and hr214 were made and sold, so they still wind up on C-list

Honda hr214 parts arrive!

The piston rings, blade, head gasket and tires all arrived today. I got the parts from plano power, and am happy with the cost and speed of delivery, but they included a wrong knob! So I'm waiting to see what they'll do. In the meantime, I got the tires put on; what a hassle! You wouldn't think that two bits of rubber would need a half an hour to install, but it took all of that and some sweat. Here is the offender:

Pro-tip: Use two screw-drivers like tire-irons to slowly pull the rubber over the plastic. Whew!

Mentioned in post:
Honda Tire for the HR214