Questions & Answers for: Troy hard to start when hot

hard to start then won't stay running this unit is 5 years old and has always performed well. suddenly it has become hard to start and stalls if you try to accelerate. it seems like it's not getting ...

...start hard when hot because the exhaust valve is leaking at the seat.If you hear a hissing noise from the muffler when you are trying to start instead of a good crisp pop it that is a good indication ...

...hard to start but does run rough once it is started. it blows light blue smoke once it get warmed up but it still cuts as good as it did when it was new.the blue smoke doesnt show up until it gets ...

...hard to start if warm or hot but ok if cold have you checked for restricted muffler ?- is fuel system working properly ? a air leak could also cause this too ---vaccuum and pressure impulses are ...

...hard to turn by hand will start fine but have to keep rpm high to keep head turning Bushing is worn out. You will need to replace the shaft. Fairly inexpensive. Could be the gears are dried out if ...