Alright, update: I got the new switch installed. I used butt connectors and heat shrink. Was a bit of a pain in a tight space and the switch is a bit too big and it pushes the plastic casing outwards, so in order to cover the gap in the back plate I just used duct tape. Not the end of the world.....anyways I do have good news: the starter continuously cranking problem is no more! Success! So the problem was either the connection to the old witch or the switch itself....... I tried to get the motor started tonight and found that the electric choke isnt functioning. I'm not sure if it worked before, so I'm going to test with a multimeter. Does that work regaurdless of key position? Beyond that issue I couldnt get the motor to start for more than a couple seconds. The carb does leak a little gas. Seems to be flooding too? After letting it sit for a while it would sputter. But after continuing for several tries in a row I would get nothing. And there was some fuel coming out of the prop. Lots of smoke too. Longest it ran rough was proabably like 4 seconds. Is there an idle adjustment screw or something? Could be timing since I replaced the flywheel? Inconsistant spark could be possible. Either way choke(manual) didnt seem to make a difference? Also tank was vented, it was primed, new fuel filter, and spark plugs. I know the best would be to just go ahead and do a carb rebuild as fuel is likely the problem. Was just hoping to get it running somewhat before having to dig into it. I know this should proabably be another thread post but thanks everyone for all of the help. My problem was fixed!!!
