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i pulled the wire out of the top of the dist. to check for spark w screwdriver... i could not see spark but the engine turned over easier. re attached the wire and the engine had hard time turning over and when finished i heard a wooosh or the sound of releasing pressure???
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If your battery is charged, then I would say your timing is probably way off. I would get the engine to TDC on the #1 cylinder. Then check and see if the rotor is at the #1 plug wire terminal on the distributor cap. You might have to pull the distributor to get it timed right.
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thanks for the help fellas!!! had to pay the man and get out of the way. Called a mobile guy so got to watch and assist which helped me learn a little more about my ride which was the goal in the first place
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