Well last night around midnight I was bored and since I dislike my neighbours thought I would have a better look at the blue one.
Good news is it has spark and compression. Bad news is carby is suspect and the pull cord is almost snapped. I must remember to replace the cord before it snaps ...
didn't get it going but the engine was close to seizing. A little oil in the plug hole and it now moves freely. Not sure what damage is in the bore - going to leave that alone unless absolutely necessary to take it apart.
Really good news ... My wife is in Italy for a month so I get some time to play
Pete
