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    afphinfan Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 8, 2006, 06:35 PM
    Honda riding mower problem
    I have an older Honda 3011 Riding Mower that won't start without jump starting it. I just replaced the battery with a new one and I checked it with a voltmeter and it reads 11.8... I seem to remember car batterys usually reading 13+ so is this OK or too low?

    I have already checked the belts, changed the oil, sharpened the blade, cleaned the carb, replaced the air filter, and spark plug so this is the last thing I need to do before using for the season. Also, if anyone knows a good website to buy Honda mower parts from let me know... this stuff is $$$$$. I have found Plano Parts and Pats Small Engine Plus online but have not used them yet.

    Thanks!
    Mark
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    Apr 8, 2006, 06:52 PM
    If your battery isn't being charged by the engine, then it will keep going down... have the charging system looked at... as for cheap parts... this is a honda, I doubt you'll find that cheap of parts...
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    Apr 23, 2006, 04:16 PM
    Hey mark I also have a 3011.sounds like rectifier.as for parts I found this web site. Plano power equipment, on line store, honda rider.have the parts for the 3011.
    God luck,iamneno
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    Apr 24, 2006, 03:40 AM
    Just to let everyone know, I got it fixed. It was a combination of weak battery (I recharged it) and a bad spark plug... I had changed the ones in all the other lawn equipment tools, but was waiting until after I had changed the oil, etc. in the rider; after that I just forgot :-{

    Just so you know Pat's Small Engine Plus has a ton of OEM and Aftermarket parts for much cheaper than Plano... and shipping is only $5.95. I got an air filter and blade for ~$30 shipped.
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    Dec 23, 2008, 10:26 PM
    OK.If Its not your battery,motor,or starter it hast to be your key ignition switch... replace and try that...
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