In this episode, I replace the cast iron flywheel with an aluminum variant from an old push mower for a weight savings of 4.1lbs. I also fix the nospark issue by replacing the pointsbased ignition system with a newer solid state electronic ignition coil.
Links to auctions listed below:
Ignition coil, condenser, break points, and cover https://www.ebay.com/itm/255821258560
6.0 lb Cast iron flywheel featured in this video https://www.ebay.com/itm/255821266086
6.7lb Cast iron flywheel that originally came with this engine https://www.ebay.com/itm/255821263497