I was bored, so I made a cold start video!

[mechanicalman]

Originally Posted by 1972BlueC20

Oh and to answer your question regarding the spark plugs. They came with the engine and they are gapped as recommended in the instructions

R44LTS - .040 gap

Long reach plugs, copper core, perfect.

Good I hope you don't have to go manifold vacuum I just don't like to do it but it is a legit fix for dieseling.

So, what happened in regards to your hesitation? Did you check the accel pump linkage on the carb?