It REALLY should not be taking very long at all, the bevel should have been set or nearly set from the maker..

Something sounds "Off"

From what you wrote I don't see what it could be, try the Marker test and see what results you are getting for contact, this is the goto test for bevel setting issues..
It tells you what your technique is doing


This brings questions

Quote Originally Posted by dshaves View Post
I am using two pieces of thick tape to match the original tape used at the factory when the bevel was first set.

Can you explain that a bit more