GOOD NEWS. . . . The PICTURE UPLOAD FUNCTION IS WORKING !!! The tech folks at the parent company have been able to remedy the issue. You can upload pictures once again. Thank you for your patience.
I put a timing light on it and if I did it right it is way way off. I tried all three plug wires and the top cylinder was the closest so I figured that was the right one. It was a good 2" from the pointer setting on 17 degrees like the motor sticker calls for. Unless that is with the throttle...
I know a good bit about engines but never messed with a boat engine, especially 2 stroke. So I will explain the best I can. Motor starts fine. Idles a little high but runs. It seems OK but not the best at a "no wake" speed and really slow cruise. The BIG problem is it falls on its face at 3/4 to...