Truck backfires

DEAV06

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1993 DODGE DAKOTA
V8
4WD
AUTOMATIC
99,216 MILES

Did a tune up on the truck and it now has a small backfire.

Friday, August 17th, 2018 AT 3:57 PM

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DANNY L

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Hello, I am Danny.

Just a few quick questions first. What kind of "tune-up" did you do? Did adjust the timing on the distributor? Let me/us know. We are here to help. Thanks for using 2CarPros.
Danny-

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Saturday, August 18th, 2018 AT 4:16 AM

DEAV06

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Just replaced basic parts. Nothing was adjusted (not that mechanically inclined). I replaced spark plugs, wires, distributor cap and rotor. Along with all the filters I could.

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Sunday, August 19th, 2018 AT 11:39 AM

DANNY L

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Hello again.

Did you double check to make sure all plug wire connections are firm and clicked/snapped correctly into place? Sometimes something that easy makes all kinds of problems. Let me know and thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Tuesday, August 21st, 2018 AT 6:03 PM

DEAV06

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I did, turns out that before I did the time up the distributor rotor was starting 180 degrees from what it was suppose to be. The engine was rough before the tune up. So when I put the new parts it just got worse. Ultimately the fix was as simple as turning the ignition enough to move the rotor without starting the engine until it moved back to position one. I am not sure if I explained it well enough but long story short I fixed it. But I did want to say I appreciate the time you took to help me out with this. Thank you.

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Thursday, August 23rd, 2018 AT 9:08 PM

DANNY L

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Hello again.

That is why I was asking about distributor movement. Glad you fixed the problem! Great to hear! You are welcome and thanks again for using 2CarPros.
Danny-