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Hard starting after car sits a few days

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It seems like the fuel might be draining out of the carb when the car (1955 Thunderbird 292 stock carb and fuel pump)  is not started for a few days.   I don't want to install an electric fuel pump.   I ordered a check valve that mounts to the fuel pump.   Has anyone used the check valve?   Any other possible fixes besides the valve and electric pump?

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