Re timing a 5hp briggs?

[spudkilla224]

Hello everyone I was wondering how do I set the timing on a B&S 5hp engine with points for ignition?

 

[Russ2251]

Timing is self setting as long as key is in place.
Magneto gap should be set to .010".
Points should be .020".

 

[spudkilla224]

Ok will do that then.

 

[Kenny_McCormic]

If feelers are not available, a matchbook cover is 20 thou.

 

[mike75925]

wait, the cover or the box? i've never measured, but have always heard the box. i think

 

[Russ2251]

Don't cheap out.
You'll need the gauges more than a few times.

 

[Kenny_McCormic]

A set of fellers is worth the $5.