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Guys thanks for the help. Ignition timing is critical and makes the difference between a ok running outboard and one that purrs. You will not get this from simply setting the gap, why else would they have timing marks. I did find the timing marks on the flywheel and believe the ignition was slightly late, hence the hard starts. (Although it was gapped correctly) I expected them to be a little more obvious. I am sure Frank’s tool is great, but for now pulling the flywheel off and on to tweak the points is just as good especially since I simply do not mess with many of these. Now I have no doubt it will start a little easier.
There’s is no better feeling then your 60 plus year old outboard running as well if not better than the brand new motor next to you. This old bigtwin definitely gets some looks.