New deck for Honda HRG415C

 
My parents have had a Honda HRG415 for a few years now. Engine still
runs very nicely but the deck has started to rust and now has a large
hole in it which allows grass cuttings to blow everywhere when mowing.
The hole is about 4 inches long and half an inch wide.


I've had a quick look and although there are spares online for every
other part of the mower I can't find a replacement deck. Does anyone
have any idea where I could get one from?


I thought if I couldn't get a replacement it could be welded. Does
anyone know what sort of place could do that?


Another quick question: the blade is pretty blunt now, is it more
economical to buy a replacement blade or should I get the existing one
sharpened?


Thank you




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benjyman

 I would assume that the deck can easily be welded, at a minimal expense if
you find the right shop.   Try to find a small machine shop or welding shop,
and take it to them for an estimate.   Welds of this type don't always look
great  (an obvious patch) but functionally, they are perfect.  I know
because I have one done, and the old deck then outlasted the engine.

For the blade, call any mower shop and tell them your model mower, and ask
them for a new blade price and a sharpening price.   The sharpening price
should be cheaper.  Make sure that they balance the blade when they sharpen
it, otherwise you will get vibration.

Hope this helps.

James