G'day

I have a couple of electric starters and use them quite a lot. One is a direct drive type, the other is a geared type. Both will start engines up to about 100 size.

I often start my Saitos up to about 72 with a normal flip. I make sure they are firing first and if the fire is particularly strong, I back flip using a chicken stick.

I always start my diesels by flicking. I often use a rubber "finger stall" for diesels.

For my larger four strokes (larger than 100), I generally prime, test for a fire by turning the prop over while firmly holding the prop, then back flip. My Saitos and Lasers all start well this way.

I don't flip my electrics although a friend has a motor that likes a small prod to get it started.

My worst starter experience was selling a Sullivan Dynatron for $20. I have been kicking my self ever since. I did not know just how good it was. AAAAAAAGH!

Mike in Oz