Retarded timing can contribute to running hot. So can a lot of other things. I do not belive running vacuum advance will help your concern. Knowing what you have done to the motor may help (cam,timing,exhaust set up ,etc,etc).
As mentioned,I agree a good fan and matching shroud really helps keep things cool.
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