Hey guys, im back...
I guess i should have clarified the "weird noise". The engine sounded like a putt putt boat (as in you could really hear the cycles).
I also should have clarified that i have checked the basics at the start (compression, spark and fuel) and i was only really missing compression. (spark was nice n blue).
I swapped the decompressor for one which i know is fine and lo and behold, start on 2nd pull (and sounding fine).
I have not checked the bottom end crankshaft seal/bearing but have not noticed any oil/fuel leaks (and plus the engine sounds fine with the different decompressor).
MVC, the decompressor 'spark plug test' was also performed, it still felt loose compared to my other powertorques when doing the same thing ( i could get it to turn ).
One thing i am concerned about is the presence of a slight backfire at the engine start (and the presence of a spark which seemed to have flown out of the carby manifold, but i am not 100% sure about that). I have not checked the seal from the manifold to the cylinder (i assume a gasket or o-ring exists for this?).
I am also assuming that this could also play a role?
Is this the correct part for replacing? (im not looking for the carby to manifold o-ring, but the seal between the manifold and the cylinder).
https://www.outdoorking-forum.com.au/index.p...mp;cPath=193_514_225&products_id=597
