Hey all, FYI,
Some of the old Kirby Tecumseh 2 strokes were fitted with a reed valve intake system, through the bottom end of the engine..... (I'd like to find one??)
After thought, hard starting on an old two stroke engine usually means hard leaking crankshaft seals (if all else tests good) and from my exp. if the engine runs ok cold then dies when hot and wont re-start till cold again, it needs an ignition condenser.
I'm sure Moderator Bruce will be able to sort you out a new set of parts plus gaskets if need be.
