engine is backfiring after distributor replacement

1989 DODGE RAMCHARGER
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RAMCHARGER_89
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I have an 1989 Dodge Ramcharger 360,5.2L 4WD. What does it mean when i drive and my engine pops as if it wants to backfire? I just finished replacing the distributor and timed it. When i took it out to test it it pops when i step on the gas and it sounds as if it wants to backfire. I've run out of ideas of what it could be.
Nov 19, 2011 at 11:02 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Double check timing, and check for fouled plugs. I would say to check compression incase there was a burnt valve, but if it didn't do this before, chances are that isn't the problem. Make sure there are no vacuum leaks.
Nov 19, 2011 at 11:07 PM