My 54-3100 has been completely rebuilt ( engine ), for 43 years it has had the same starting procedure. Pull choke 3/4 out pump gas peddle twice while pushIng starter foot knob. It always started. After not starting for a week it would start after about 3 seconds. Now after setting for4 days it cranks way too long. It spins very fast ( 12 volt on six volt double batteries), very good Rochester B no leaks, new butterfly shafts and bushings #58 jet, accelerator pump, power piston and spring etc. After letting it set for two hours after turning it over for 15 seconds it started immediately. On my 42, 216 I have always had to dribble gas into carb. to get it to start right away. What I'm I doing wrong ? Doc. Help, help, I'm stuck in Central Florida and it's finally below 98 degrees, I can work outside.
