Hi folks, thought I would ask here on the ease of starting a Suzuki 2 stroke.
My step father, who is nearing 72, owns a Rover Procut 560 with the above engine. I was at his place on the weekend due to the mower playing up. I got it sorted for him as it wouldn't start at all.
When cold it takes up to 5 decent pulls to get going. Dad says this is usual. It is a fair strain on him to get it running. Once running it does run well.
Before I pull things apart, are these things a one pull start when in tip top shape? If they are I'll give it a good going over, if not maybe an engine change is on the cards. From my brief inspection, the carb bowl was spotless, the plug was fine and compression is excellent.
I didn't pull the carb down, just removed the bowl. I also checked the throttle linkage worked through its full movement engaging the choke etc.
