guylogan, you drug a credit card through the points, not necessarily a good thing. I have seen a tiny spec of paper get caught and reek havoc. If you are going to check them or remove oil and or moisture from points keep that in mind. I recommend you get a "point file" or a good abrasive style finger nail file for doing the points. The abrasion will remove deposits and clean the surface for good contact.
Check the spark again and do look into the choke.
Doubt you broke a spring in the adv mechanism.
If you can use a spray on the valve stems try a bit of carb or brake cleaner, as these will actually break down the deposit that cause the sticking. It doesn't take a lot of it if you are careful. And do change the oil after you get it started the cleaners are not good for the oil.
Dave Neptune
