Have You ever had this Problem with Your Lawnmower?

[@bobkernahan6340]

been praying for you and hope all went well

[@SmallEngineDIY]

Thanks! I am up and walking around, so a few more weeks I should be good to go.

[@dalestanley506]

Warm engine shouldn't need the choke, that's what the thermostat does. I would have checked the bowl gasket to be sure the engine wasn't sucking air instead of fuel. Hope you rehab goes well.