This machine has always started first or second pull (easy pull start) either hot or cold. Bought brand new by myself (and only used by myself) 9 years ago. Has had less than 40 hours use. Has had 2 oil changes using correct Briggs and Stratton oil.
Starts and runs as it should, aside that the hand throttle not connected. Works fine throttle fully open. Still has original teeth fitted Just sharpened, ready to use.
Comes with 12 brand new, unused teeth shown in last photo. Some paint flaking, but all steel work completely solid. Only advice I would offer is to obtain a spare belt from Rock Machinary as stand by, but see no reason why this not will continue to give trouble free use the same as it has done for me.