I also connected a little tab to extend the choke lever. I just stick a long hex wrench in through the cooling slot and turn it on and off.

For what it's worth. I have found the best way to start the Taurus is to leave the ignition off, choke on, and almost full throttle. Flip the prop over until the engine sounds "wet." Then open the choke, reduce the throttle to idle, turn on the ignition and flip the prop. It usually only takes a couple of flips to get it running.