Why will my engine crank but not start?

Tiny
RHAYES129
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  • 1998 MAZDA MILLENIA
  • 149,000 MILES
I recently had to change front head (left) because of left exhaust camshaft damage because of bad oil seal. Replaced both head gaskets, timing belt, front exhaust camshaft etc. Triple checked timing of cam to crank and reassembled. Engine turns over but won't start. Confirming that I do have spark and using starting fluid for fuel to rule those issues, why will it not start if spark and fuel do exist? Does not even partially want to fire.
Wednesday, December 7th, 2011 AT 2:55 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If it starts with starting fluid, you are not getting fuel in the engine. Check injectors for power. Make sure the fuel pressure is within spec
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Saturday, August 18th, 2018 AT 9:24 PM
Tiny
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The engine does have spark and will not start with starting fluid
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Saturday, August 18th, 2018 AT 9:24 PM
Tiny
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Okay. If it has spark and will not start with starting fluid, then either the timing is off or there isn't enough engine compression to run.
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Saturday, August 18th, 2018 AT 9:24 PM
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REME232
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I have a 1998 also 230k miles had to replace valve cover gaskets pullin intake and all electronics off got everything back togther and can't get it to start its getting fuel but no fire any ideas?
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Saturday, August 18th, 2018 AT 9:24 PM

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