Re: 1957 Evinrude 18HP ignition issues

[RICHARD A. WHITE]

One thing to remember, that is to forget about that points cam once it is installed properly.
Especially when using the proper timing tool.
So I would recommend going back into the ignition and setting the timing tool between the marks, set the proper set of points to open at that point, rotate the tool 180 degrees and do that other set and your done… Ignore what you see when looking down on the points cam after you set the points, as if it is the correct cam, the timing tool will do its intended job… and that is to make spark at the proper time.

I have also seen points that just plain are junk and do not work no matter what someone tries… don’t skimp, get the good ones…

Let us know how it goes..

Respectfully

Richard White

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