You have a main electrical system short, check your fusible links down by the starter.

Answered by 2CarPros Ken
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I have looked, and I don't think there are any fusible links there. The original 64 chevelle shop manual does not refer to any fusible links. I have a 1965 Chilton's manual, and it says that fusible links started with some 1965 models.

Response from deck52
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Check the ignition switch

Answered by prythus
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I have a similar problem with my 64 Impala except that everything went dead. I don't know how old the wiring harness is. I did install electronic ignition. Battery cables test OK. The starter made a grinding noise shortly before everything went dead. I'm going to have the starter tested for sh*** and grins. I don't totally understand the electrical system, but the battery juice seams to pass through the starter before the current can go anywhere else.

Answered by miecz
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I have a 64 Impala that the same thing happened. Check the main wiring harness at the fire wall, it will sometimes come loose and then make contact again. This is all that was wrong with mine.

Answered by Charley Dion
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Yep! This was the exact problem. There are two plastic connectors at the firewall. One was bad and killed all electrical. I sprayed tv tuner cleaner on the contacts and haven't had a problem yet (knock on formica) I was told this is not uncommon on those years.

Answered by miecz
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Yes the guy who said to check the plug at the firewall is correct a good place to start. do not look for just a loose connection but look to see if there is any rust on the connectors in side some time they will collect water and cause a short for just a second or too. also look at the back side of yoour main fuse panel for a loose wire or rust on the connections. from there go to the suggestion on the ignition switch. Mike myparts@netzero.net

Answered by pennington32
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