i am using a socket driver bit in a 9.6 volt cordless drill/driver around the nut on the crankshaft to crank the engine, not my hand.
also, the kill wire is not touching any grounded surface.

if i am spinning it fast enough to see a spark, could i be spinning it too slow for other things to happen that are to key to ignition? in other words, what else is caused by cranking the engine besides creating a spark and moving the piston?

the spark plug is brand new. i always thought the spark should basically encompass the center electrode on the plug when it goes off, not be a tiny little flick!

thanks for the suggestions