1986 Chevy Suburban it wont fire, no spark to plugs

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1986 Chevy Suburban V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic lots miles

it turns over but wont fire
May 18, 2010 at 5:48 PM
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How long since a tune-up? Is coil in the cap? If so, use a testlite at the cap tach terminal. Engine cranking the lite should pulse. Also check primary voltage to cap, pink wire, goes hot when you turn on the key. There are other possibilities, but, that will get you started.
May 19, 2010 at 7:12 AM
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