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Old Jan 23, 2006 | 01:37 PM
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From: Turlock, Ca
Car: 1988 Camaro
Engine: 5.7 liter motor
Transmission: Four speed automatic
Can't keep engine running

My iroc doesn't start at all sometimes (no dashboard lights, starter or fuel pump). When it does, it'll idle but when I shift to forward or reverse, it shuts off. What gives???
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Old Jan 23, 2006 | 02:03 PM
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From: Calgary, AB, Canada
Car: 1982 Trans-Am
Engine: 355 w/ ported 416s
Transmission: T10, hurst shifter
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt, true-trac, 3.73
any codes thrown?

my gut feeling is electrical/computer.
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Old Jan 23, 2006 | 03:47 PM
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Car: 1988 Camaro
Engine: 5.7 liter motor
Transmission: Four speed automatic
None. I tested it like my chilton's repair manual said, but it didn't give me anything. Would the ECU
need to be replaced???
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Old Jan 24, 2006 | 06:49 AM
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Car: 82 Z-28
Engine: 383 TPI
Transmission: 700R4
I would check batt connections. Also check engine ground connection/s. Look for prev repairs to the wiring system under the hood.
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