1984 GMC Truck Won't start, but turns over

1984 GMC TRUCK
66,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MYLOW910
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Was driving down the road and the truck died. Truck backfired. Now, after turning the ignition, it will turn over but not start. It is getting fuel though. At a loss...need your help!
Feb 22, 2010 at 2:30 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Do below to determine whether it's fuel or spark related problem:

Cranks but no start condition:

Fuel and Spark:
Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine at least 3/16 away from ground -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it.
Feb 22, 2010 at 4:11 PM