318 Wont start unless I jump out the ballast resistor.

Try checking the solenoid, I had the same problems and then replaced it and no more problems. The coil will get warm but should NEVER be HOT, oh also I replaced the regulator don't know which one fixed it I changed them at the same time, but I had the same problems you're having, I replaced the coil which didn't do anything and then replaced the resistor, the regulator and the solenoid and haven't had a problem since.

I know, I know a girl, but just try it. I mean you aren't gettin any where else it sounds like...