1996 Chevy Camaro takes too long for it to start

1996 CHEVROLET CAMARO
125,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ROCC
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when i start my car for the first time of the day it starts right up but the rest of the day it takes a while before it will start. I have to hold the key in the on position for around 5 seconds before it will start, once started it runs perfect it also cuts off if i drive through a puddle of water during the rain. someone said it could be the optispark distributor i would like to know for sure before i purchase a new one. i also was told if i get the msd optispark i would never have to replace it again but it cost over $500 is there one as good as the msd but cheaper? is the stock distributor that sells in auto zone and kragen a waste of money
May 26, 2008 at 4:41 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Try checking the fuel pressure and comeback with the readings this is where we start.
May 26, 2008 at 11:51 PM
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