I do have 12 volts to the resistor and the same on the other side. I know they remove the amperage so as not to toast the points but I will check out what you suggested on the starter wires. One side of the starter solonoid is not used. The side towards the fender on the passenger side. The one closest to the block does have a wire on it. Its purple. The main wires are a faded pink. I just went out and checked as I going to retire for the night. The engine when it ran and after I fixed two vacuum leaks sounded great and idled real smooth. I had it balanced and bored .040 over with propane pistons to help out on the compression. About 9.0:1. Should I hook up a wire on the other side of the starter and where should it go to? Thanks so VERY much. Henry