What makes my 71 el camino idle fine but when i put it in gear it dies

Asked by GuruBFF6B Jan 21, 2019 at 05:01 PM about the 1971 Chevrolet El Camino Base

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

1 Answer

Would the TCC make my car die going down the road before it gets to operating temperature because once it gets warmed up it doesn’t die on me. I had it idleling the other day and it just shut off sitting still. I really appreciate your help and support

Your Answer:

El Camino

Looking for a Used El Camino in your area?

CarGurus has 1 nationwide El Camino listings and the tools to find you a great deal.

Postal Code:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    james sparrow
    Reputation
    680
  • #2
    John Brensinger
    Reputation
    670
  • #3
    Gene Arnett
    Reputation
    510
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Chevrolet Camaro
15 Great Deals out of 467 listings starting at $10,995
Used Chevrolet Corvette
26 Great Deals out of 769 listings starting at $15,900
Used Chevrolet Impala
6 Great Deals out of 133 listings starting at $3,495
Used Ford Mustang
36 Great Deals out of 1,623 listings starting at $8,995
Used Chevrolet Nova
3 listings
Used Chevrolet Monte Carlo
5 listings starting at $9,800
Used Dodge Challenger
31 Great Deals out of 772 listings starting at $12,979
Used Dodge Charger
30 Great Deals out of 897 listings starting at $4,888

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.