350 Stutters

[steven78seattle]

Hey everyone. In my 78 Chevy El Camino my 350 is having a little dilemma. When I floor it and shift into third gear(most of the time it is in 3rd gear) my engine dies a little then starts to go again and does that repeatedly for a few seconds. Does anyone know what would be causing this?

[Oldcar_Mechanic]

If it gets better when you let off the gas pedal, try disconnecting the vacuum advance and see if it still does it. If it does, then you need a pick-up coil.

Keep us posted.
Ron

[steven78seattle]

If it gets better when you let off the gas pedal, try disconnecting the vacuum advance and see if it still does it. If it does, then you need a pick-up coil.

Keep us posted.
Ron

Thanks I tried the vacuum and it still did. Ordered a new pick-up coil. I'll let you know how that goes