Hello and thanks for your reply. I am running the OE ballast resistor. So I should measure power on both sides of the resistor...and if it only shows up on one side, then I should jumper it to see if it starts? You are saying that if power doesn't show up at all at the resistor my problem lies with the starter relay (I just replaced this part) or with the ignition switch in the dash? If the resistor tests okay is the coil the problem? Won't I burn up my points if I wire 12v directly from the battery to the coil?

Sorry about all the questions. I just want to make sure I know what I am doing (for once). Thank you for your help.