Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Honda Mower, bolt torque, nut torque


Question
Good day.
I recently ran over a large metal pipe and bent my crankshaft on my newly acquired Honda push mower.  I am planning to replace it myself (with the help of a friend) and he said I will need the follow specs:
1.  Flywheel nut torque
2.  Connecting Wheel nut torque
3.  Crankcase Cover bolt torque

Any chance you can help me obtain this information?
Thank you.

Mower Model# HRR2162SDA
Mower Serial# 8610200202
Engine Model# GJAEA 1654364 MY1* 160cm3

Answer
Hi Josh,
The exact specs are never really needed with a small engine such as this one unless you always run it really, really hard or unless it is made for high performance. All of the things that you need to tighten can be done by hand. The flywheel nut should be tightened with a breaker bar considerably tight, so that it is difficult for it to be removed. Tighten this to the point where it will not come off even from excessive engine vibration. The connecting wheel nut and the crankcase cover bolts should be hand-tightened with a regular wrench or rachet as hard as you can. WARNING: Do not use a breaker bar for these. They can strip and are very hard to repair. They are not sold individually; you must buy a set. So be careful not to strip them. Hope I helped!
-Steve