ram won't start but fires

1979 DODGE RAM
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FAST07
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i have a 1979 dodge ram 3/4 ton was running great with new dist. new rotor, new alternator i put in reverse and went about 5 feet and it died cranked till it was flooded tried to pop start it when it does start its extremely bogged otherwise it just cranks over timing chain has not moved changed dist. changed coil still just turns over
any ideas?
Aug 15, 2011 at 5:44 PM
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FAST07
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it is also getting fuel and splenty of spark
Aug 15, 2011 at 5:47 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Getting fuel and spark-Verify the valve and ignition timing
Aug 19, 2011 at 10:28 PM
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FAST07
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timing is fine
Aug 22, 2011 at 5:13 PM
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RASMATAZ
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What timing did you check?
Aug 22, 2011 at 8:40 PM
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FAST07
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you were right the distributor was 180 out thanks a bunch :)
Aug 23, 2011 at 8:34 PM
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