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Car will not start after washing the engine?

Tiny
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  • 1985 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 160,000 MILES
I washed the motor using a degreaser. I also cleaned the carburetor with carburetor cleaner. The car started a few times and it sputtered and then died. I haven't been able to start it again. Can you give me some trouble shooting ideas?
Monday, November 8th, 2010 AT 10:27 PM

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Tiny
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Check for water in the distributor, especially the bottom side of the distributor cap. Also, check the plug wires and shorting out.
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Monday, November 8th, 2010 AT 10:34 PM

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