Reply To: Back To The No Spark Issue

[John Gragg]

Frank,

I responded to a 2015 post and ‘quoted’ a response you sent back then. Can I ask if I understand what you said back then?

The OP was asking about setting up the timing on a ’48 Sea King.

OP:

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Finishing a rebuild on a Ward Seaking 84GG9007A that I started 6 years ago. Its a 3hp single cylinder. I am not sure how to set the timing on this thing? I have a manual for similar models but it doesn’t specify for single cylinder. Plus I dont see any timing marks on the armature plate. Any help would be appreciated.

OP: (after your answer)

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Thanks.
Is there supposed to be a special relation between where the pistons sits, where the throttle advance lever is and when the point is open?

You:

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Yes, but it is fixed by design and not adjustable. Except by moving the throttle lever when you change speeds.

My question:

I pulled the rotor magnet and advance plate off my ’49 Monkey Wards GG9014A but failed to note any installation marks or reference points. Also did not think to TDC either of the cylinders. I’ve searched every inch of the flywheel, rotor magnet and advance plate for alignment marks. Can’t find a thing.

If I’m reading what you are saying correctly, I didn’t mess up too bad? Just reinstall the plate in a position that allows proper advance and set the points and coil heel gaps, correct?

Thank You

Best Regards,

John Gragg
RIverside, CA

Just starting in the hobby, please be patient.

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