Rob,
Yes you would need a 1.80 size starter and battery. These engines once broken in (a long time) will be easy to start and run forever. I have several engines from .40 size on up and use this way to start them. If I don't have to grab the electric starter that makes it that much easier. I used an electric starter once on my ST2500 because the temp was about 40deg. F. I doubt you will encounter those temps!