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Now there is no way I'm qualified to even consider debating with Lynn about anything rotary but some ether based starting fluids are recommended for gasoline engines such as this one http://www.valvoline.com/pages/products/product_detail.asp?product=41 The two rules I've heard to keep you out of trouble for gas engines are to never use ether while cranking the engine over and never use more than a couple second squirt to minimize drying .

I've not tried it but I've heard the formula for WD-40 has changed and the new stuff does not work very well as a starting fluid.

Perry Casson

Never use ether in a spark ignition engine.

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Anyway WD-40 is the answer. Another feature is that if you get a WD-40 fire going you can see it. Not the case with either. Also, WD-40 is a lubricant, (sort of), and you can buy WD-40 anywhere. Either is for diesels, WD-40 is for piston and rotary engines.

Lynn E. Hanover