They will actually run in both directions. Here is a link to starting mine. https://youtu.be/hKX0mZji7aA To run forward, you spin the flywheel counterclockwise. If you have the everything set properly, the sparkplugs fire and the motor takes off, running clockwise. Do the reverse, and it will run in reverse. Once you get familiar with your motor you’ll see how well this works. Too many links can make a post disappear. If you search for the videos below it will give you some understanding of how the timer works.
Thanks Tubs! I am definitely going to have to circle back to you when I have more time to tinker with this one. I think this is the coolest antique outboard I will ever own….because I will never be able to afford a Clarke Troller haha 🙂
Rob