motor won't start while holding the key to start, but starts as you let go of the key

1974 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE
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LOROPER
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new carb installed, 454/1974 turns over, but fires off as you let go of the key
Apr 11, 2012 at 10:50 PM
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replace the ignition module in the distributor. common failure

Roy
Apr 11, 2012 at 11:22 PM
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