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Old 09-19-2012, 10:34 AM   #1
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I've been having issues with my storm for a few years now, blown head gaskets(3),broken timing belts(2) and just hard to start when it is cold out. Now it turns over and has spark and fuel but wont start. Any ideals would be helpful.
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Old 09-19-2012, 11:45 AM   #2
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Re: 92 storm hard starting

1) Check compression on each cylinder.
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Old 09-19-2012, 12:35 PM   #3
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Re: 92 storm hard starting

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1) Check compression on each cylinder.
I did check it a week ago and they varied from 85psi to 100psi, then I added a few drops of oil in each one and got 125psi to 150psi. However I will recheck it aftèr work today and post my results.
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Re: 92 storm hard starting

Also do a back pressure test on your catalytic converter, try using compression test tool in the upstream O2 sensor hole.

It doesn't take much to knock a 3-cylinder out!
1-cylinder gone = 1/3 of engine hp gone.
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Old 09-19-2012, 06:10 PM   #5
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Re: 92 storm hard starting

Double checked compression, got 147 to 151 in all 4 cylinders. Also rechecked spark, had good spark in 3 & 4, and not as good in 1 & 2.Also car started up after pulling out and wiping off spark plugs, nothing else.

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Re: 92 storm hard starting

My bad, what size engine?
How old is the plug wires?
How old is the distributor + rotor?

Suspect -
Ignition control module, coil , coil wire, spark plug wire, distributor, rotor, or plugs.

I think your Ignition control module can be tested at your local auto parts store.
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Old 09-21-2012, 07:39 PM   #7
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My bad, what size engine?
How old is the plug wires?
How old is the distributor + rotor?

Suspect -
Ignition control module, coil , coil wire, spark plug wire, distributor, rotor, or plugs.

I think your Ignition control module can be tested at your local auto parts store.

1.6 L SOHC 4XE1 I4
wires,rotor and distributor are all 1 year old.
Car is now running and all I did to it was dry off the plugs. Go figure.
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