I just picked up a blaster, never been one for the 2 strokes but thought i would try it. The problem is that it is hard to start, i have spark and the only way to start it is to just remove plug and put fuel in. Thats the only way it will start. I am going to guess that it has to little compression and needs a rebuild?
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If it runs when you dump fuel into it, then it obviously is not getting any fuel. Check the screen in your fuel petcock and clean/overhaul the carb. How old is the fuel? If you don't know then replace it with fresh.
If you are unsure about the compression, do a test and post the numbers.
Good luck.
If you are unsure about the compression, do a test and post the numbers.
Good luck.
It gets fuel, because once it has been started it will start again after that without dumping fuel in. And whne i try to start it without the fuel i remove the plug and it is wet. I cleaned the carb drained the gas changed the plug. And when it is running there is obvious piston slap.
if you get the time...pull the head off and see if the cylinder sleeve is worn or if there is any signs of piston scratches
how was the spark plug?? did you use a new one? I'd try to get it running, or at least figure out why it's hard to start before tearing into it. Definitely compression check it before tearing into it. you can rent them at autozone for a buck.
good call!! i learned that the hard way, 160.00 hard. haha, busted the engine stud, had to take it to the shop, find out there was a piece of the choke assembly missing!!
