I haven’t had an issue with the pump, been doing it for years. But, I also only use non ethanol in all our gas engines.
You can pick up a sprayer cheap at yard sales or auctions.

Don

Edit: Don’t pump it too much or the gas will open your needle valve and overflow the carb.

Last edited by 2-Ton; 04/11/2021 11:39 AM.
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