Update...
Got the ignition wiring sorted and a ballast resistor installed. Adjusted the pickup coil air gap. It was out by a few thousands. Got the coil to spark but it still would not start. It tried desperately to fire but couldn't. I tested the spark from the coil with a gap tool and found the coil spark was weak. So I put in a new coil, it fired right up. Two separate issues. The coil ohm test was within spec albeit secondary winding was at low limit. An experienced mechanic probably would of checked that reluctor gap sooner but it's running and my wife is happy.
Happy wife=happy life.