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Regarding the sparking test, I am not actually removing a spark plug. I remove the spark plug cable, place a screwdriver between the spark plug cable and the engine and yes I can clearly see a spark. Regarding timing, I believe it makes sense that this is probably the origine of the problem...

Well, it looks I will have to check the timing chain. I have tried this morning to spray gasoline on top of the carb, without result. Is there any chance that the Electronic Ignition Module could be dammaged, though I can clearly see sparks at the distributor cables ?

Hi Chris. Yes I have been putting gasoline into the carb while the engine is turning over, but not spraying it. I use to do it when I have not been starting the motor for a while and it has always worked but not this time. Anyway it sounds a good idea to spray it in state of pouring it. I will...

To make sure I have maximum voltage at the coil when starting, I am using an extra cable directly from the battery to the coil. Is this answering your question ? Colin, regarding the distributor, I have been cleaning it very thoroughly, and as I said before I have been replacing the pickup coil...

I can clearly see the fuel flowing through the acceleration circuit when I accelerate, so I think the fuel filter is fine ( also we don't have much ethanol in the gas here in Venezuela ). So I do have fuel, spark and air, why don't I have firing ?

Hi. This is my first post on this forum. By a matter of fact, it is the very first time I have to look for help with my 1982 CJ7 258 6 cylinders engine. So far this car has been so loyal to me....the thing is there is no way I can start it. So far, this car has always been starting without...