Tune up done and cold air intake put on after it smells like gas out the exhaust

Tiny
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  • 1991 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 65,000 MILES
Did a tune up and installed new wires, new fuel filter, new cap, and rotor, new spark plug wires. The plugs are not new but there only year old the truck has a TBI carburetor. First, I misplaced two wires, but I think I fixed it. Now runs but smells horrible. No leaks any were.
Thursday, November 11th, 2021 AT 3:27 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

The first thing to do is check for codes. This has an OBD1 system that doesn't require a scanner to retrieve codes. All you will need is a short jumper wire or even a paper clip.

Follow the directions in this link and let me know if codes are found and what they are.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/buick-cadillac-chevy-gmc-oldsmobile-pontiac-gm-1983-1995-obd1-code-definitions-and-retrieval-method

As far as the odor, how would you describe it? Does it have a rotten egg smell, or does it seem to smell like it's running rich? Is there any smoke from the exhaust?

Let me know which wires you are referring to. If it's the spark plug wires, I attached a pic below showing the order they should be in. Check that if you feel it's needed.

Let me know what you find or if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pic below.

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Thursday, November 11th, 2021 AT 7:31 PM
Tiny
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You're just amazing your help just helped me so much, everything worked out. I did the code with a paper clip o2 sensor it says but I replayed it then I replaced the ignition coil and then I replaced the distributor module runs great. Thanks so much for your help, it sure came in handy my friend.
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Friday, November 12th, 2021 AT 6:58 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

You are very welcome. I'm glad to hear you got it fixed. Also, your reply will likely help others in the future, so thanks.

Take care and please feel free to come back anytime in the future.

Joe
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Friday, November 12th, 2021 AT 8:20 PM

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