1987 Ford LTD timing gear

1987 FORD LTD
12,500 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PAUL_J54
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Is the timing gear on this model all steel or are the gear teeth made out of nylon.
My car isn't running too good and I suspect that it could be a timing problem.
Any suggestions would be helpful as I'm sure that this problem has been around for a while with this model.
It has the first generation computer as this was the first year or fuel injection for this model.
Aug 23, 2008 at 8:50 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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I would start by checking tune up and ignition wires


check distributor gear
place crank shaft at TDC and check the rotor in the distributor
Sep 2, 2008 at 9:33 PM