Thank you for the replies,
As far as a diode goes I am using a 1N5822 Schottky which was on the datasheet for use with the 2577. I also tried an SS34 Schottky that was used on the premade units and still didn't have any luck.
And in case I didn't mention it the LM2577 is the ADJ model.
The inductor I am using is a ELC-15E101L, 100uH. I also tried the 330uH version of that and the SMD 100uH inductor that was on the premade.
My initial intention was 12 Volts in, and 28 Volts out, but I figured I had better start with smaller voltages to make sure things are working properly and I don't let out the magic blue smoke. So I have 5volts going in, less than that out because something isn't working. I am also not seeing any sort of oscillation on the scope. One would deduce from this statement that something is shorted or wired wrong, but I can't stress enough how many times I have checked. Still scratching my head... :-/