thanks for all the help. it seems like god doesnt like me these days lol
i added a new 4 gauge ground from the negative batt terminal to the bottom of the motor mount (chassis) as well as a thick ground from the engine block to the strut tower. also soldered all damaged wires. it took a while. turned the key and heard the sweet sound of fuel pump
car started right up and i ran an hour worth of gas through it tonite. late night tonight for such an early morning tomorrow. ..
yay