KCvale
In memory of KCvale 1959 - 2019
Nice important details daobs99, it sure helps find a solution.
Old over oiled fuel isn't going to help troubleshooting, and may even be the cause.
If I was you I'd...
Drain and dispose of your old fuel including draining the carb and filter.
Pull the spark plug out and pedal it up and down the street with the clutch released to blow out any gas in the bottom end.
Get yourself a nice clean if not brand new gas can and put exactly 1 gallon of new premium in it.
Pour in 4oz (1/2 cup with a clear measuring cup is the easy way) general use 2-stroke oil.
Shake well for a 32:1 ratio and serve with a dose of fun ;-}
It may not solve what's wrong, but when you find it fuel won't be an issue and you will see a performance increase from more actual nice new gas and less oil.
Tip:
Remember to turn your carb or gas tanks petcock off when not in use.
Gas evaporates, oil does not, and these engines are a gravity feed open air vent system, fuel will flow.
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