I always use my decompression lever even though cold weather is rarely an issue for me for two reasons.First is like a savey Mechanic buddy of mine told me years ago in his opinion that the most engine wear comes from cold starts.The engine running intil the oil pressure comes up.Secondly as others have stated that it is easier on the starter to get the motor spining.I had issues with my starter when I purchased my tractor getting hot and draging with a full charge on the battery.New cables and cleaning the solinoid terminals also useing an air compresser to blow out all of the brush dust corrected that problem.These procedures seem to work but thats just might be me.
Did anyone see or read the thread on, Pics of moving snow.Looks life fun but dang we planted potatoes and onoins yesterday.I think after liveing in the NE.for 20 yrs.and having to deal with that white crap once or twice is nice but I believe i'd rather stick with tilling and planting this time of year.
