my ponitac 6000 with a 3.1 wont start, it just trys to turn over and wont

1990 PONTIAC 6000
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SEAGLE
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my pontiac 60003.1 wont start
i have installed a new fuel pump and fuel filter and new starter and it still wont crank
Sep 6, 2011 at 2:19 PM
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JDL
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If it cranks good, but, won't start, have a helper crank it, while you check for spark at the plugs. If you have spark everywhere, use a gage and check fuel pressure. Any applicable trouble codes? How long since over-all tune-up?

If the starter itself won't crank, make sure the battery has a full charge, check the starter wiring circuit.
Sep 6, 2011 at 3:15 PM
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If it is turning over and sounds like it wants to start... remove coil wire from distributor hold with insulated pliers; close to the distributor and see if it starts then... I have a 1986 Pontiac 6000, 2.8, and that is the only way it will start and run,,, still waiting for an answer as to why...
Nov 28, 2011 at 9:27 PM
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Was the ignition module ever tested?
Dec 14, 2011 at 6:41 PM