engine performance question

Asked by Michael Aug 18, 2020 at 03:56 PM about the 1985 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

car runs good but bucks at any steady speed - even with cruise on. Excelerates
great no hesitation , but engine seams to stutter when speed is reached. Don't
notice variations on tachometer.

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James answered 3 years ago

Check the distributor. It may be worn or the centrifugal advance mechanism may not be working. Hope that helps! Jim

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