Stop in for a cup of coffee

Well to further support @toolmanmike findings, initially figured to drop saw off at local dealer for repair assessment. Manager told me he had no staff and absolutely best case scenario was he could look at it in about four weeks as he was backed up. Provided I left it with him. WTF
Yep. I wish you were closer. I have a couple small engine shops on my old route that could help you out. I dropped off my old Mantis mini tiller in the middle of snow blower season and said whenever you get it done. I got a call a few weeks ago. It was done. Yep, a new carb, plug and some hoses. $100 later but it was junk before and it was given to me. He sold me some of that 2 cycle gas too. It's supposed to help with the carb issues.