Update: fixed the hard start and with the need for high idle (2k)..
The stock PZ30 pilot jet at 37 is too small and causing idle to be too lean. The remedy was for me to turn the a/f screw back out another 2 turns.. she now starts right up and can idle at or below 1500 with no issues..
I then decided to update the main to 115 as i was noticing a bog at 3/4 to full throttle..
I also removed the exhaust muffler tip.. gained some throatiness to the sound and between that and the 115 main, she is now running like a raped ape! Very happy
Got my VA inspection today and have an appt at DMV on Thursday to title/register. I will provide an update on that afterwards.