Engine stalls intermittently…ignition switch?

[twecomm]

Believe your post shows you have a 383. When you remove the fuel pump in a big block, the push rod will likely drop down as it comes in contact with the arm of the pump. It's a bit tricky to get it pushed back up and keep in position so you can install the pump. Usually a thick coating of a heavy grease on the rod will keep it in the up position so it won't be fighting you to get the pump installed. If I remember correctly, the rod should be 3.25" long, but you may want to double check that number.

 

[Dennis H]

When it doesn’t restart, does it spin? Clutch meaning bump start? I too replaced the ignition switch for no reason and now have 3 keys instead of 2. A real pia. Fuel smell could be imagined or there before.

 

[toolmanmike]

I too replaced the ignition switch for no reason and now have 3 keys instead of 2. A real pia.

You push the button and change the lock cylinder. Unless your switch is different than mine is.