[mcorrell]

Here's the pointer. I got the idea and design from a video posted online. The pointer is attached under the RF engine mounting bolt. I painted the marker on the pulley and also filed a very small notch in the pulley for a more permanent marker. I thought this would look better than a fancy billet pointer set-up. Obviously you have to use an adjustable timing light with this set up.
When I set the points/cam I used a breaker light that I've had for 30+ years that I used to use on old dirt bikes, tractors etc. When I tested my initial settings I was dead on TDC when the spark rod was at full retard which is where I set the cam. I first thought I misunderstood the directions and that I should have had the rod at full advance or had the rotor button at the dashed position when setting the cam.
My advice for anyone experiencing overheating is to do this and check your timing before buying a new radiator. I hope to know soon if this cures my overheating and lack of power issues.