1976 Chevy Truck Won't stay running after starting

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1976 CHEVROLET TRUCK

Engine Performance problem
1976 Chevy Truck V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 100K+ miles

Truck won't stay idling after engine start. When problem started, engine was idling rough. Then died and had to jump it and keep it running by riding the brake. I just reground the cable and cleaned the posts. Changed the fuel filter and I have a new fuel pump waiting to be installed. Any suggestions?

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RASMATAZ

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When problem started, engine was idling rough. Then died and had to jump it and keep it running by riding the brake. Do you mean when you let go off the brakes it dies out or be pushing on the gas pedal to keep it going?

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Monday, June 30th, 2008 AT 9:30 AM

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Well, I have to keep the accelerator pressed or it will die. Riding the brake is just so I can keep driving when I have to stop at lights or signs.

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Monday, June 30th, 2008 AT 11:52 AM

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When the last time you gave it a major tune-up? Try adjusting the idle speed screw and also check the ignition timing

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Monday, June 30th, 2008 AT 11:57 AM

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About a year ago. But I have been gone for a while and it has set. It has new MSD wires, rotor, plugs, and was running pretty good before I left. But it has sat for about 6-8 months without running. Seems the battery won't hold the charge after it has been started and I have to feather the pedal to keep it from dying in park. It dies and won't turn over, like the battery is dead.

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Monday, June 30th, 2008 AT 12:01 PM

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