car over heated now wont start. backfires when attempting to start

1988 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
175 MILES
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ICEBOX
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I was driving home the other day when my car over heated. I stopped immediately to check it out. Now car wont start. when i turn key seems like sometimes its going to start, then has a small back fire but wont start.
Mar 26, 2012 at 8:11 AM
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HMAC300
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scan for codes, check fuel pressure and check to see if timing chain has jumped.
Mar 26, 2012 at 8:25 AM
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TNT3904
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Timing prolly jumped , and blown headgaskets, check oil dispstick for any whitish colors .
Mar 26, 2012 at 1:30 PM
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