1993 Dodge Dakota power problem

Tiny
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  • 1993 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • MANUAL
  • 150,000 MILES
I have replaced my ignition coil, my cap and rotor. I can get.5 volts to the cap from the ignition coil, but can not get power past the distributor. I assume the timing chain is intact, sense the rotor spins when ignition is ingaged. What can cause this? My truck turns over but will not start.
Saturday, December 20th, 2008 AT 3:20 PM

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Tiny
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Hi:
If you are getting power to the distributor but no further, there has to be a problem with the rotor or the distributor cap itself. Make sure there are no cracks in the cap or rotor. Also, make sure the coil wire is good.
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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008 AT 11:55 AM

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