Does not start, engine turns over slowly then stops

Tiny
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  • 2011 CHEVROLET CAMARO
  • 3.6L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 125,000 MILES
Bought car from insurance auction. Noticed timing chain was loose and wasn't able to turn engine with plugs in. Inspected valves, replaced timing chains, and starter. Car turns over slowly then stops, then can try to crank again and same thing. Put a booster on it and when the battery had 13.2 volts it would spin over decent and attempt to start then voltage would drop to about 12.3 volts possible ground issue? Something I'm overlooking?

Update: replaced ground car turn over better and tries to start but wont ever start.
Friday, February 26th, 2021 AT 9:31 PM

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Tiny
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Third update: car now starts guessing hiccup in communication or fuel issue from sitting, unplugged ECM for a few minutes then plugged back in. Was a rough start at first but fired up and smoothed out.
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Saturday, February 27th, 2021 AT 1:12 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

Have you repaired the vehicle? If not, what is happening at this point?

Let me know.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe
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Saturday, February 27th, 2021 AT 7:42 PM
Tiny
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Yes, vehicle starts every time no hesitation now. Guess it had its quirks to go through from sitting at the car auction so long.
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Sunday, February 28th, 2021 AT 4:08 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

That's great news. I'm glad to hear it. Please feel free to come back anytime in the future if you have questions.

Take care,
Joe
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Sunday, February 28th, 2021 AT 4:40 PM
Tiny
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It could have a low battery. I would follow this guide to confirm the failure:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Sunday, February 28th, 2021 AT 6:55 PM

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