yes - if I'm carefull to let off right away it keeps alive.. runs ok. Once up to speed I can do whatever and it behaves. really is good otherwise. it's almost like a hesitation/cough that's just enough to stall her out...I'll have give it some tryouts monday when it's dry again here...appreciate both you guys' comments. have to get this squared away.. Clothespins, really? don't think I won't try it...