ran for about 5 mins then shut off now it will not start?

1988 CHEVROLET CAMARO
174,382 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • RWD • MANUAL
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DARRELLBOTTOMS
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Okay, first off the whole distributor moved one day while trying to crank it I tightened the distributor clamp down and would not start.next day I switched the 2 and 4 plug wires and it started right up and ran for about 5 mins then shut off now it will not start motor turns as normal any idea.thanks
Apr 8, 2016 at 2:19 PM
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check timing first as it may be out of time although I don't think so. then check ignition module auto parts can do it. then check for spark and fuel pressure with a gauge.41-47 psi auto parts rent it. check to see if spark going to dist
Apr 8, 2016 at 3:45 PM
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DARRELLBOTTOMS
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Thank you very much.yeah I dont think timing jumped neither.
Apr 8, 2016 at 4:56 PM
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Hey DARRELLBOTTOMS,

Can you try checking the fuel pressure, you can rent a gauge from an auto parts store if you don't have one. https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Let me know how it goes
Apr 13, 2016 at 1:41 PM