On Sat, 24 May 2008 00:37:11 GMT, Al Thomason
wrote:

I remember seeing a 'spring' starter for motors. It replaced the
existing electric starter and had a pull cord on the side. In normal
use, the spring would auto-wind, but if needed the pull cord could be
used to 'recharge' the starter.

That is based on the certainty that the engine will start instantly.
I can't imagine accumulating two minutes cranking time. That motor
better be in top shape. Air is the way to go.

Casady