Mine has been extra hard to start as of late... I'd think the carbs may need
a good cleaning too.. what about the fuel pumps on these things?


"Mickey" wrote in message
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Starting fluid is very very bad for a two stroke engine it washes away all
the lubricates that your oil provides. Rebuild your carbs!

Mick


"kozmo6969" wrote in message
m...
i have a 115 merc inline 6 1979. runs great, but starts hard when
cold. once its running, it will restart pretty easy. but when i first
try, it cranks and starts hard. it will start with starting fluid. is
there any special thing to do to start easier.? i pump the fuel ball
up till hard, and choke it, but still need starting fluid to start.
any sugestions??? thanks.