richtaz, do these early 3.1;s have a cam sensor as well as a crank sensor, or is it just the 3.8's? a cam sensor may also cause your condition. I wouldn't be ready to part with it yet. I'll see if i can get you a wiring diagram of what wires should be hot in what circumstances at the ignition module. It should help you narrow it down. Dont give up hope yet...... I'll try to have that for you later on this evening.