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5.7 Vortec Timing prob? 2000

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Old December 31st, 2009, 8:16 PM
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Question 5.7 Vortec Timing prob? 2000

I just replaced the intake manifold gaskets in this passenger van and now it drags the starter really bad and dies after stabbing the throttle. Once I get it started it runs very good at idle. Chev dealer says that you have to sinc the distributer but won't tell me how. Anyone have any ideas. I have all the tools to do just about any repair, just not this little bit of knowledge. Any help or direction would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance
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If you positioned the distributor right you need an OBD2 scan tool to set the timing.
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I will have one by the weekend.
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The scan tool must show data, it can not be a code reader only.
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When you say code reader do you mean a scanner that just pulls numbers? Or one that will pull numbers, give definitions, and clear codes?
I have my eye on one for about $225. There are many to choose from and I want to get something that will benifeit me in the future that I can use on other vehicles as well.
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