1993 Chevy Astro My van wont click over.

1993 CHEVROLET ASTRO
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MATTHEW0WENS
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1993 Chevy Astro 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

i have a chevy astro van i recently changed the spar plugs and wires, when i tried starting it the engine would rev but wouldnt kick over. what else could be the problem?
May 20, 2010 at 11:43 AM
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If your saying it cranks good but won't start. Have a helper crank it, while you visually check for spark at the plugs. If you have spark everywhere, use a gage and check fuel pressure. Some of the national brand autostores used to loan out a fuel pressure gage, if you don't have one. To check for spark, pull spark plug wire loose from plug, use known good spark plug or spark tester in the boot. Ground metal part of plug/tester to metal part of engine, watch for spark, engine cranking. Also, check for applicable mil codes.
May 20, 2010 at 11:58 AM
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Hello,

Since you changed the Plugs and Wires did you think to check the Cap and Rotor? If not take a look inside the Cap if it has build up on the terminals you can try cleaning them off real good and clean off the rotor. Then put back on and see if it will start if it does I highly recommend replacing the Cap and Rotor.

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May 20, 2010 at 12:03 PM
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