1966 Chevy Malibu my car cuts it self off

1966 CHEVROLET MALIBU
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1966 IMPALA J
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Electrical problem
1966 Chevy Impala 283 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 34562 miles
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my car must have a short n it some where if u drive it around the block it will shut off before u make it back. I checked the fuel lines its getting fuel but loosing fire ,and volts very between stater and coil. one time u get 3 next 8 next12 next 10.
Aug 31, 2008 at 7:57 AM
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one time u get 3 next 8 next12 next 10.

If you're refering this as battery voltage have the alternator/battery checked out.

Check the ignition coil and contact point adjustment and the resistance wire coming from the ignition switch.
Aug 31, 2008 at 8:32 AM
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