Classic/Antique Car Repair: 1962 impala, chevy engine, new spark
QuestionI install a 305 chevy engine into a 1962 impala. The engine runs finewhen it is idling but when i put it in drive it starts to stall or some times it stops. I install a edolbrock intake and a edolbrock carb (500cfm). I also have a spacer. It turns on fast. The problem is just lack of power and stalling when it is in drive. it has new spark plugs and wires. i tried adjusting the carb but the same thing. Timing is good. I also installed a new cam. I was just one step from oem. It is a duration of 260°/260° The engine ran strong in my other car.
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Jose;
You say you put in a new CAM did you adj. the valves right ? also if you put in a cam you put the distributor back in if it is off buy one (1) tooth it can cause all kinds of problems. also do you have a VACUME leak any place or does the carb. have a vacume feed or a line that should be used or / not used ? Start from the distributor and check that it is in right. than check the valves , what are they set at ? hyd. or solids ?it might just be a vacume problem.
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GOOD LUCK
Roger