Earlier in the post, there was a question about the reverse flip method. I had not seen this until recently, and now it is what I prefer to use. What I do is grab the very TIP of the spinner and, starting with the prop almost to the counter-clockwise compression point, I give it a quick flip clockwise. When it hits the compression point, it fires and sends it in the proper direction. I am REALLY big on safety, as I like having all of my fingers. I stay very clear of the prop, and I only do this with a large spinner. I make sure that my hands are clear of the spinner when it fires.

Sometimes, the engine can be a bit fussy in the morning, and I use the electric starter.

My understanding of hydrolic lock is when you get too much liquid in the compression chamber. The way this can hurt an engine is that you are giving it a quick jolt with the starter. The liquid can not be compressed, so somethinghas to give. The weakest point is in the engine parts, so they give. Please tell me where I am wrong in this.

Zee