Erratic Timing
Definately leaning toward welding the inside of the slots.
Using the '72 318 timing curve as the example.
Taking 4 distributor degrees out of the slots and setting the timing at 8* would get exact same curve but with more initial.
If you want the advance to start moving before 950 rpm, we know how to get that, right?
Take a little tension off the primary spring by turning the perch.
Worst case, bend the spring hooks open just a bit.