well, not sure exactly what fixed it, but it running like it is supposed to. Loosened up the distributor, wiggled it, then tightened it back down, hit the key, she started and idled great. no issues. thanks guys!

1985 Crew Cab W250 4x4 - daily driver, 5.9 magnum, carbed and distributor, A-518 and NP205
2002 3500 extended cab, 4x4, Cummins and 6 speed
1997 Ram 2500 5.9 with 35 Boggers - Mud Racer
1993 Dakota 4x4, Dana 60's front and rear - work in progress
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