1987 Ford Mustang

1987 FORD MUSTANG
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JMIX
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Engine Performance problem
1987 Ford Mustang V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic
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After replacing the distrubitor and replacing spark plugs and spark plug wires the engine back fires or makes a loud popping noise from the exhaust.

The car had been sitting for months without running can you lend any insight as to what would cause the noise problem ?
Sep 9, 2008 at 10:37 AM
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BLACKOP555
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make sure the firing order is correct and you installed the distributor properly and timing is set.

make sure the #1 cylinder is firing on the compression stroke not the exhaust stroke.
Sep 9, 2008 at 12:37 PM
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