1977 Volkswagen Beetle Won't start

1977 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
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OMEGA_MAN
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1977 Volkswagen Beetle 4 cyl

For some reason after driving the car if I shut it off for just a couple of minutes it won't start. It doesn't even turn over.
Oct 30, 2010 at 8:33 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Cranks but no start condition-do below:

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,Do you hear the fuel pump come On when you turn key on? If not check fuel pump fuse and fuel pump relay if so, 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.
Nov 2, 2010 at 2:51 AM
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