Re: [AMC-list] Matador wont start

["Robert Sliko" <Robert.Sliko@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Engines need four things to run 1)Air 2)Fuel 3)Spark 4)Timing. Points should
be OK enough if you are getting spark. If the engine cranks with the starter
then the solenoid is OK. Is it possible that you have got a new problem,
such as a stretched timing chain that skipped and now the valve timing is
completely off?  I drove my Javelin 45 miles at 70MPH.  Stopped in the
driveway and then no start because the timing chain skipped.   If you are
getting spark at the plugs, you may have to pull a valve cover and verify
the position of the valves when the crank is at TDC for #1. Valves need to
be closed.
  

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Sent: Tuesday, December 18, 2012 8:01 PM
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Subject: [AMC-list] Matador wont start


I had a bad alternator and the alternator light wouldnt shut off. I returned
it and installed another new one. The car started and ran like crap then
died. Now it wont start. I swapped my my javelin solenoid and still nothing.
I am getting spark at the distributor. I put fuel in the carb. It has a new
voltage regulator and coil. The only ghing left is the points and im
guessing thats the issue. Any other suggestions?



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