Hi QSR, I would recommend following Jaffa's advice with the carby before worrying about the piston and rings.
Getting a stubborn 2 stroke to run is about following a series of suggestions (ie. the diagnosis) before moving on to the next parameter...chances are that the prob is carby related, and, with Jaffa's advice, may well fix the problem.
Please do not PM me asking for support. Please post your questions in the appropriate forums, as the replies it may receive may help all members, not just the individual member. Kindest Regards, Darryl