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Ronnie (and others above who have been very kind to assist), After switching around the relays (specifically ensuring to swap out Fog Light and Fuel Pump relays) my car has now started on first attempt for two days in a row (as it normally should). Hopefully it was just the fuel pump relay and nothing more. Especially since I just had the fuel pump replaced two years ago, after original worked fine for last 28 years. Time and further troubleshooting will tell. Given this relatively simple fix, would like to replace the other relays, as they look in bad shape and might also be causing other problems. Tried researching ACDelco relays as per Ronnie's suggestion but came up with a bunch of different options and not sure what to purchase. Going to make a separate post about relays if anyone else is/will be in similar situation. Thanks again!

That doesn't look normal to me. It appears the prongs have been overheated. Possibly because of not making good contact in the socket. Does the socket look like it has been overheated too? The name on the relay "Hella" makes me think that relay may be intended to be used with aftermarket fog/driving lights. I would probably stay away from that brand for use as a fuel pump relay. It might not be designed to be cycled on and off as often as a fuel pump relay. Your auto parts store should be able to supply you with the correct relay. I like ACDelco when I can get it but there are other good brands that will work.