Hi Zippi, thanks for helping.

I'm running a screen filter on my fill line, but will check the screen on the side of the carb. You could be right about the mesh being blocked. I did think it might have been the Hall sensor so I've already checked that and it looks reasonably secure.

Got my fingers crossed, but then I must admit I don't think this is it cuz with a little effort, I can flood the engine and it still won't run. With my hand starting routine though, it generally doesn't get flooded. I know that if it doesn't pop after about 10 turns with the choke closed, its probably flooded.

I always thought the engine would still run a bit on the fuel in the crankcase even without a carb on?

Thanks.