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RE 68 2000 ignition switch problem

To: <robbieharrison@comcast.net>
Subject: RE 68 2000 ignition switch problem
From: "Amy & Erik" <erikandamy@integraonline.com>
Date: Wed, 30 Apr 2003 22:25:32 -0500
<<Help! Finally getting my 68 2000 out of the garage after the long
Connecticut winter. Charged the battery, changed the oil, checked the
antifreeze, and she fired right up yesterday. Today I went out to take
my first ride of the year, and she quits as soon as I let go of the key.
Is there a way to check the switch without removing it from the car? Or
should I be looking elsewhere for the problem? >>

This may sound like a dumb answer, but did you check the fuse?    That is my
latest problem  I blow the ignition fuse within a few minutes after a cold
start,  car dies.  (left side of fuse box, 2nd one from bottom if I
remember)  Generally I replace the fuse and it will run fine until another
cold start.    I haven't had a chance to start looking for shorts.  Can
anyone give me an idea where to start?

My amp gauge also takes a dive to the negative when I shift into reverse. at
least I know the switch does something.  (it doesn't make the reverse light
go on, but it does something)

Erik Smeby
68-69 ish  2L 1600

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