GCV160 Carburetor with Air Filter and Spark Plug for GCV160A GCV160LA GCV160LE Engine HRB216 HRR216 HRS216 HRT216 HRZ216 Lawn Mower

What It Is

This is a complete carburetor replacement kit for Honda GCV160 engines, bundled with an air filter and spark plug. It’s designed for push mowers in the HRB216, HRR216, HRS216, HRT216, and HRZ216 series, commonly used on residential lawns.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Engine check: Only fits Honda GCV160A, GCV160LA, or GCV160LE engines. Confirm your engine model on the valve cover or engine shroud—other GCV variants (e.g., GCV190) won’t work.
• Mower deck size: Works with 21”–22” decks on the listed HR series. No deck size restriction, but verify your mower model number (e.g., HRR216VKA).
• OEM vs aftermarket: This is an aftermarket set, not Honda OEM. It’s a direct replacement for OEM carburetor part 16100-Z0L-802 and filters/plug equivalents. Expect slightly different plastic finish or gasket thickness.
• Measurements: Carburetor mounting bolt spacing is 50mm center-to-center. Air filter housing is standard GCV160 size—check your old filter fits the new carburetor’s intake neck (30mm outer diameter).

Key Things to Know

• Quality variance: Aftermarket carburetor may need a quick debris check inside the bowl—blow out any packing dust with compressed air before installation.
• Installation difficulty: Moderate. You’ll need to remove the air filter housing, disconnect the throttle/governor linkage, and swap the fuel line. Plan 30–45 minutes if you’re handy.
• Common gotcha: The included spark plug is a generic J19LM equivalent. If your mower has a different gap spec (usually 0.028”–0.031”), re-gap it before installing. The air filter is foam—oil it lightly before use.
• Tuning: After installation, the idle mixture screw may need a 1/4 turn adjustment (factory set lean). If mower stalls, turn screw 1/8 turn counterclockwise.

Should You Buy It

Yes, if you need a budget-friendly, all-in-one fix for a GCV160 that won’t start or runs rough. It’s not for perfectionists—OEM parts are more consistent—but for $12, this kit solves 90% of carburetor issues on common Honda mowers. Avoid if your engine is heavily worn or you want exact OEM fit from Honda.