Hi Jeff, now this machine is fit for purpose, it starts easily, a bit heavier than a standard PT but that is to be expected but to achieve this you need to add at least 800 grams to the crank. Not a problem for the factory to do it but they were obviously happy to sell these machines that were near impossible to start. I now need to find another one just to prove my theory. Good news is they can be fixed. I just have to keep on the lookout for small barbell weights
