I have come to the conclusion I have simply lost prime, so I'll assemble it as before and crank it with no plugs in it to gain prime. Hopefully I'll be able to get done soon enough to run tomorrow at the state fairgrounds.

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.