2005 Other Chevrolet Models Timing on a 4.3L Chev

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RYLLEERYLLEE
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2005 Other Chevrolet Models 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

I have a 4.3L Chev in my boat and just had someone replace the intake manifold. They had to take out the distributor and put it back in and time it. I think they made a mistake. When I take out all the plugs the engine turns over nice and smooth effortlessly, but when I put the plugs back in, it struggles to turn over as if it pushing against something off and on. Do you think that could be a timing problem?
Aug 8, 2009 at 7:20 AM
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RASMATAZ
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If they didn't mark the distributor before it was removed the valve timing is off.
Aug 8, 2009 at 9:39 AM
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