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1998 CHEVROLET BLAZER
6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JM1602
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I replaced intake on 98 chevy blazer 4.3L now won't start. akts like timing slipped. has a crank sensor and a distributer. how do I get back in time.I think the distributer rotated I forgot to mark it before removing.
Feb 11, 2011 at 10:22 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Remove #1 plug. Rotate engine by hand (ratchet and socket on balancer bolt) until you feel air coming out #1, rotate until mark on balancer is aligned to mark on block.

Distributor should be pointing to #1 plug on dist. cap, if not adjust dist.
Feb 11, 2011 at 10:28 AM
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