Oldsmobile 307 slow start

1985 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88
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JUSTIN2503
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My car starts real slow then it will speed up and start up bt usually it kills the battery even if new 1
Oct 9, 2011 at 12:55 AM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Check timing. Check for vacuum leaks. Take it somewhere that does a free starter draw test. The starter can work, but draw too much energy. Check the spark at the plugs. It should be a strong blue or white spark.
Oct 9, 2011 at 12:58 AM
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