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Originally Posted by msfan324
I had to replace the lower intake manifold gasket and as a result removed the distributor. I have a 95 blazer with 4.3L Vortex and a flat top distributor. I know this is a commonly asked question based on the numerous posts I have tried to use as help. I have tried 5 or 6 times and still can't get it to start. After getting to TDC for cylinder #1 on the compression stroke sometimes, I can move the oil pump shaft with the distributor if I pull it up just enough. With everything lined up with the printed #6 still won't start.
As I am somewhat of a novice what should happen if it is installed incorrectly? I turn the ignition and the battery gauge dips and it just and tries to start but nothing, is this typical or is there something else going wrong at the same time.
Another question is that there seems to be conflicting information about how to find TDC, do I line up the first mark on the harmonic balancer or the second mark with the notch?
If the distributor was put in correctly would one expect the engine to start with the upper plenum still removed or does everything need to be put back together for it to start?
Any help is greatly appreciated
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There is two TDC"s
One compression and one exhaust.
Pull no 1 spark plug and crank engine and stick finger over hole and feel for compression.
When you first feel compression.
Hand turn engine to TDC no 1 pistion.
Pastic straw in spark plug hole will feel TDC.
Or if you want to plull valve cover and check true valve timing.
Your opsite firing cylinder is no 4 on a V6.
The opsite firing cylinder from No 1 cylinder will have a valve rock on 1 TDC compression.
Like one rocker closing and one opening.
Set dist as shown in link.
http://files.automotiveforums.com/ga...hp?photo=51302
Let us know how it goes.