Model L Magneto timing

I have a Hercules Model L. I am having difficulty to time it properly and the instructions I have, are difficult to follow. Clear concise timing instructions would be helpful. Thanks
 
Really NOT much to it, mag needs to fire #1 @ TDC when impulse is active (at cranking speed). #2 will then fire @ it's TDC 90? later.

Coarse setting is with mag drive gear, fine adjustment is by tilting mag "in" or "out" by loosening mounting bolts slightly.
 
Say bob could a guy get an L motor up on number 1 on compression tdc then just snap the mag for it then put in on or would that not work.
 
(quoted from post at 21:42:02 09/24/19) Say bob could a guy get an L motor up on number 1 on compression tdc then just snap the mag for it then put in on or would that not work.

That should get you within a tooth or two, try it, and if it's early or late beyond what the adjustment slots can correct, change the timing by a tooth, and re-check.
 

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