My generator is hard to start

Hello! I've got a generator that uses a GX200 clone and I'm trying to get it run right. It's got a new carb and spark plug. It will start and run reliably but the problem is how HARD I have to pull the cord to get it started. It's not that it's actually hard to pull but I have to pull hard to get the engine RPM up enough. A normal bend over and brace yourself on the machine won't work. I have to grab the cord with both hands and yank hard with my body to get the engine spinning fast enough to where it catches. Honestly, I'm not sure how the cord has not broken yet. Like I said, when it runs, it runs good. It's just super hard to start without tweaking my back. Any suggestions? I know for a fact this engine should not be this hard to start. My other GX200 on my log splitter starts with like 1/4 of the power I put into that pull. Doesn't matter if the engine is hot or cold, by the way.

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Hi,

Try removing the spark plug, pulling the rope, (is it easy to pull?) reinserting the plug again and then trying to start it to see if it is any easier.

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Jayeff, I did try removing//pulling rope/installing the spark plug. That did not change anything. I can remove the generator but I would much rather not. The resistance felt on the cord is normal resistance. I just have to pull it hard to get the engine to spin fast.

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Hi

With the plug removed there shouldn't be any resistance as there is no compression build up possible.

Don't know your exact motor but there usually is a compression release mechanism on the exhaust rocker, perhaps that is loose and not allowing compression to dissipate as you pull it over

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Oh no lol I meant that the resistance is normal with the plug in. With the plug out, there is none.

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Hi,

You may have to remove the cord starter and check that it is OK.

Sounds as though the cord starter is not engaged correctly and then when it does perhaps it's slipping when you pull the cord therefore not turning motor quick enough.

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