On 7/10/2017 11:32 AM, Wade Garrett wrote:
On 7/9/17 11:14 PM, Ralph Mowery wrote:
In article , says...

Well, my 24-year-old Bolens lawn mower (old push-style, not
even self-propelled) died on me today with a BANG.
Obviously, something broke inside, valve, connecting rod,
not sure what. After nearly a quarter-century of service I
guess it's time for something new. I don't have the
facilities to repair it, and it's probably not worth paying
to get fixed -- money better spent towards sumthin' new.



I did a quick web-review of Hondas, folks actually were
so-so about one of their models (HRR216K9VLA), that's
generally available at Home Depot, etc.


Try to stay away from HD and Lowes anad such. Go to a local dealer.
The box stores usually have the less expensive lines. Even if not that,
if there is any problem with the mower you can get it serviced much
better at the dealer while it is under warrenty.


Beg to differ...if the less expensive model meets your needs and gets
the job done for you, why pay more for bells and whistles you don't care
about?

As for warranty service convenience...that's pretty much a non-issue. I
mean when was the last time you heard about a leaf blower/chain saw/lawn
mower, etc., needing service during the one-year warranty period?


At my local HD, if you sweet-talk one of the good ole' girls on the
customer service desk, they'll usually take the broken one back and give
you a nice new one-- with another year's warranty!

Years ago crappy chain saw oil pump failed and I took it to shop
manufacturer recommended miles from here. Should have taken it back to
HD and saved two thirty mile round trips.