Garret
autozone (if you have 1 by you) has a tool lending program
you pay for the tool but then they refund you 100% when you return it

the tools are of eh quality
but its a good way to borrow a free tool if you have no other options

make sure your points are good and adjusted properly
good spark will be able to jump a gap of 1/2 - 1 inch with a bright blue spark

a yellow or red arc would indicate a weak spark