CHAZBO1975

Hi Peter Fuel pressure seems a little low, stock, pump runs 5 to 8 lbs, but what you have is plenty to start and idle the engine. it starts cold so dont think you have drain back. I'm thinking heat problem. If you have a heat riser on the exhaust manifold that is stuck closed or are using the stock air cleaner and the thermac valve is stuck closed, either will cause the carb to get hot enought to boil off the gas in the carb when you shut it off.

Hi Murphy Get youself a set of automotive wire stripper/crimping pliers. some have plug wire crimping capabilty. I have two pair one has it one doesnt. I did a quick search and found these http://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/MST47E/WIRE-STRIPPER-CUTTER/ if you look close to the handle you will see the crimp for 7 & 8 MM wire. You should be able to pick up a similar pair at some of the larger parts stores. You will get a proper crimp that wont come apart when you remove a wire.