echo model GT-220R. hard starting. fuel squirts out of muffler/spark arrester? all responses appreciated.
Had it run recently? If not the float in your carb could be stuck in the down position.
No float in them. Howver, same principle- metering diaphragm is stiff from ethanol deterioration, holding needle open so fuel bypasses and floods machine out. As said before, rebuild the carb.
I'm selling a bunch of VP Racing's SEF fuel for part time users, eliminates that issue and storage problems. For day to day use I recommend Startron, quality mix and (ideally ethanol free) premium gas.
thanks to all who responded. I did rebuild the carb including replacing needle valve.
Did it work, Pete?