In an earlier contribution to this discussion,
mutley wrote:

Can anyone advise on 2-stroke engines? or is there a newsgroup
dedicated to them?

The Q is if the flywheel magneto may function perfectly when cold,
but fail when hot. I have a Stihl tool which starts and runs fine,
but if it stalls when hot refuses to start again. Fuel is OK, as is
spark plug.

2-stroke engines can often be a pain to start or re-start - even when
everything is in order!

Have you checked whether the plug is actually sparking? [Take the plug out
and lie it on top of the engine. Re-connect the ignition lead. Make sure
that the body of the plug is making good electrical contact with the
cylinder head - using a wire with large croc clips on if necessary. Pull the
cord, and watch the plug's spark gap. If there is a good spark, the magneto
is ok].
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