[FC] Now what?

[Steve Turner]

Hi gang;  Yesterday I took the '61 Rampside out for a spin of about 12 miles 
each way.  After about 6 miles the truck 'shut down', meaning the car lost power 
and the idiot lights came on.  It wouldn't accelerate even when I down shifted.  
Then after slowing from 50 to around 30 mph it restarted and off I went, only to 
repeat this pattern often in the next 6 miles.  Finally, it straightened out and 
I drove the last 1 mile with no symptoms.  Once at the destination, I looked 
into the engine and checked the battery.  The negative battery cable seemed to 
be loose so I tightened it before allowing the engine to cool down before 
heading back home the same 12 miles.  Again, after about 6 miles the process 
returned.  Each time the engine quit completely, I was able to simple turn the 
ignition key and it would restart with no problem.  Again, the last 1 mile I 
drove along with no problems.  I'm thinking of a faulty fuel pump but before 
switching it out I thought I would check with you experts.  What am I missing?  
Steve  Thanks for the help!