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If it happens again, try to check voltage at the coil while someone holds the key to turn the starter. It's not a common problem, but I have heard of faulty ignition switches that sometimes open up power to the ignition when in the 'start' position.
Update: Last sunday took a drive, as it was a nice sunny day here in the northwest. Car started easily (lightbulb is brightest before it burns out ? ) I got 10 miles , got a couple of misfires and engine quit. I
got it started again, got 5 miles from home and it died completely. After a $162 tow, car was safely home.
With the help of Blane Graham at Moss, was able to determine that the Pertronix was working. Taking Randall's and Blane's advice, we determined the coil was bad. I just installed the replacement Flamethrower coil, and the cold start was instantaneous without releasing the key. I've probably had hard starts for 18 months. If anyone suspects a Pertronix is bad, Blane had me just connect a test light between
+/- at the coil and crank the engine. If light blinks, unit is working.
Thanks to all for your suggestions.