The magneto armature is attached to the crankcase next to the flywheel. It can be located by following the spark plug wire. This leads directly from the spark plug to the magneto.
Magneto air gap is a critical measurement that refers to the distance between the armature and the electromagnet in a magneto. This distance directly affects the efficiency and performance of the magneto, so it needs to be precise. Minor variations in the air gap can impact the spark produced by the magneto, affecting the engine's ignition timing and overall operation.
No, the magneto provides the voltage for the spark.
No, a magneto is what creates electricity to send to the spark plug. Without a magneto, any gasoline engine will not run because it will not have a spark.
I believe its .020 with a magneto.
If the P-lead is grounded, the magneto doesn't generate spark. Basically it turns the engine on and off.
According to Wikipedia, a magneto starter, also called the ignition magneto, provides current or pulses for the ignition system of a spark-ignition engine, like fuel engines.
If you have access to a spark tester, use it. Otherwise, remove the spark plug, reconnect it to the spark plug wire, and rest the tip or threads on a good engine ground, AWAY from the spark plug hole. Attempt to start it, and watch for spark. If none, replace the spark plug and try again. If still no spark, the magneto coil may be faulty.
If the P-lead is grounded, the magneto doesn't generate spark. Basically it turns the engine on and off.
Use the same spark plugs as you would with a distributor, but reset the gap to .020".
No the spark plug wires have to be in firing order
magnets embedded in the flywheel signal the magneto to allow the spark to the plug. adjustment is not usually necessary to it and if you are having troubles getting a spark look for the grounding or cut off wire, this is normally connected to the throttle control and will ground the spark when the throttle is pulled all the way back or the off switch is flipped.