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exoticse
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FEB 16, 06:32 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by madcurl:
It could be numerous issues with the 2.8 therefore you might want to invest in a few tools if you plan on keeping the engine. A scan tool is the first tool needed to detect the codes given (I had a scan tool but some jackass at the repair shop decide he needed it more than me and stole it). The said, if you've checked the obvious known parts that commonly fail- it might be the pick-up coil. Check this site for common electrical issues;
http://home.comcast.net/~fierocave/
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Thanks for the link !
Mike (Blacktree) did indeed have a scan tool and we found the car was throwing no codes.
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whodeanie
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FEB 16, 11:30 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by exoticse:
Thanks for the link !
Mike (Blacktree) did indeed have a scan tool and we found the car was throwing no codes.
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Tony,
it may not throw a code if it will not start. I would start with the most common problems and work my way threw it.
when did the car run last? what did it run like? I know this sounds dumb but does it have any gas and is it good?
if you have looked at all those I would look at the timeing, make sure the distributor is turning and on the #1 when it should be.
does the car try to start at all? look at the tail pipe as well and make sure no water or oil is going out the back also pull the dip stick and check it for gas and water in the oil. it could be anything but if you keep looking without getting mad you will find it. gas, air, spark all at the right time. make sure the fuel filter is not cloged with trash and that the fuel is getting all the way to the motor. these are just a few things I can think of for you to look at, without seeing the car myself I can not be more help. Just take your time and post here with more info after the tests and we will help you find it.
Good luck and keep us posted.
D.
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madcurl
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FEB 19, 09:14 PM
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Well, did you find the problem or decided to work on it after D10?
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exoticse
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FEB 21, 02:20 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by madcurl:
Well, did you find the problem or decided to work on it after D10? |
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Back at it on Thursday.
 [This message has been edited by exoticse (edited 02-21-2010).]
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madcurl
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FEB 21, 05:03 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by exoticse:
Back at it on Thursday.
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On my thread, Dale (Songman) was experiencing similar problems your having.[This message has been edited by madcurl (edited 02-25-2010).]
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JPH87
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FEB 21, 11:04 PM
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When you turn the ignition on can you hear the fuel pump
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exoticse
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FEB 22, 12:00 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by JPH87:
When you turn the ignition on can you hear the fuel pump |
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yes
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exoticse
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FEB 23, 11:53 AM
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troyboy
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FEB 23, 06:47 PM
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tony how old is the gas in your tank? Are you near E? if so you may want to check for water in your gas and change your gas filter. Your car has sat for a long time.
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madcurl
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FEB 23, 09:18 PM
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Tony. Aren't those the same plates from the previous owner or have you registered the car in FL, but haven't gotten around to putting the new plates on?
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