Changed the distributor and plugs and wires all new, now it will not start?

Tiny
ROBBY THICKSTEN
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  • 1997 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 250,000 MILES
Truck was running fine changed the distributor and plugs and wires all new now won't start.
Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 AT 11:54 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It sounds like when you installed the distributor you got it a tooth off which will make the engine not start. Here is how the unit is installed in the images below. This guide may help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/comprehensive-guide-on-installing-an-automotive-ignition-distributor-step-by-step-process

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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