73 chevy ignition coil replacement

1973 CHEVROLET TRUCK
V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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AJB31666
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replaced ignition coil and now the chevy will not turn over. All wires and connections look clean and snug. I have gone from no high speeds to no speed. Any ideas?
Jan 29, 2011 at 8:13 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Sounds like no spark: A bad coil, faulty electronic module or a bad magnetic pickup coil
Jan 29, 2011 at 8:25 PM
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JDL
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Are you saying it cranks good but won't start. If so, have a helper crank it while you visually check for spark at the plugs, anything?

If the starter won't even crank, I'd have to make sure the battery has a full charge. Go from there.
Jan 29, 2011 at 8:28 PM
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AJB31666
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Got it. Now for the road test. We will see if I can get it up to 55 without the P.O.S. cutting out. Thanks for all the help.
Jan 29, 2011 at 9:12 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Please post your follow up responses here and not start a new question.
Jan 30, 2011 at 12:13 AM