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Was just told I need a new distributor for my car

Tiny
ELAINE04
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  • 2000 NISSAN XTERRA
  • 150 MILES
Is it hard to install is this a kit or separate piece and do I need to buy anything else with it, after 10 minutes of driving car sputters and stalls.
Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 5:18 PM

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Tiny
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The hard part is it has to be placed in the exact way it was removed or the timing will be out.
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 5:23 PM
Tiny
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Ok im a girl would it matter if the timing was off
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 5:40 PM
Tiny
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Yes, the engine won't run or it will backfire. If you are lucky enough to get it close, it may run poorly, and have no power.
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 5:59 PM
Tiny
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Thanks so much, was trying to see if I could save some money, guess I will have to get it done professionally
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 6:04 PM
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If you never did it or have never been shown how, it may be a good idea.
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 6:11 PM

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