car will not start after washing the engine?

1985 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88
160,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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I washed the motor using a degreaser. I also cleaned the carburetor with carburetor cleaner. The car started a few times and it sputtered and then died. I haven't been able to start it again. Can you give me some trouble shooting ideas?
Nov 8, 2010 at 10:27 PM
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Check for water in the distributor, especially the bottom side of the distributor cap. Also, check the plug wires and shorting out.
Nov 8, 2010 at 10:34 PM