[mike23109]

OK, I need some direction on where to go next. I pulled and rebuilt the 350 on my son's 1974 Camaro. While it was out I put an Edelbrock top end kit (heads, intake, cam & lifters) and an EZ efi kit on it. I also upgraded the ignition to a Crane electronic ignition module and coil. New wires, water pump and battery rounded out the install. When I tried my initial start the engine barely turned over, like the battery was weak or dead. I know it was new but sometimes you get a bad one. I charged the battery overnight and tried again. Same result.

Today, I took the battery back and had it checked in the store. It checked out OK. I took the Optima out of my other car and installed it in the Camaro. Same issue. Now I have ruled out the battery. I double checked all of the wiring and it appears to be correct.

I figure it has to be the starter. Took it off and brought it to the O'Reilly's to have it checked. Spins pretty good but no load on it at the store. I figure its not too expensive so I get another starter/solenoid. Reinstall and go to fire it up. Now, it spins a little better but still not enough to start it.

Any suggestions on where to go/what to do next? I'm at my wits end!!!