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Old 07-02-2009, 12:52 AM
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first of all just wanna say hi to all i guys. the problem is i have no spark. engine turns over really fast like if it only gives power to the starter and nothing else electrical. Any ideas? Register today for free or log-in if already registered to remove this ad!
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Old 07-02-2009, 01:00 AM
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Ignition control module, distributor? Get out the voltometer!
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Old 07-02-2009, 01:22 AM
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they're both new, will check either way.
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Old 07-02-2009, 01:35 AM
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Rotor, distributor cap, Bad wiring.
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Old 07-19-2009, 10:29 PM
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Sounds like the pickup coil. possibly
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Old 07-27-2009, 01:53 PM
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Sounds like the pickup coil. possibly
it would suck if it was seeing as how it's new. havent had any time to check the car though.
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Old 07-27-2009, 03:23 PM
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it would suck if it was seeing as how it's new. havent had any time to check the car though.
It wouldn't surprise me though. I've seen my fair share of defective parts new out of the box. The problem is only getting worse as production of parts is outsourced, many times out of the country and quality control suffers.
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Old 07-28-2009, 12:23 PM
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It wouldn't surprise me though. I've seen my fair share of defective parts new out of the box. The problem is only getting worse as production of parts is outsourced, many times out of the country and quality control suffers.
how would i go about checking that?
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