ORIGINAL: SALMONBUG
I really don't understand why this engine have a so bad reputation, I enterly agree with you !
Many of the folks having problems with this engine are trying to run it with the fuel tank 12" or so behind the engine without assistance. No engine, other than a pumped/pressurized engine will run properly under such conditions.
I wish YS would bring back some of their pressurized two-strokes, but with muffler tuning and a thirst for 5% nitro.
Or, if they don't want to do the muffler tuning thing, include a muffler like the Ultrathrust or Jett high performance mufflers.
Ed Cregger
I know this is an old post, but the topic is still current.