engine cranks with occasional backfiring but wont start

1998 SUBARU FORESTER
174,000 MILES
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TOM BARCROFT
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Originally the problem was that it would start but would stall when put in gear. I ran codes and there were none. Tonight I added dry gas and it keeps cranking but will not start.
Dec 7, 2011 at 2:58 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check fuel pump pressure and check ignition timing
Dec 7, 2011 at 3:08 AM
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TOM BARCROFT
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Thanks, I will check those out.
Dec 7, 2011 at 3:20 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Joe
Dec 7, 2011 at 3:33 AM
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