car852

I just put everything back together after replacing all three belts, and when I go to start the car, it cranks a tiny bit and then just rapidly starts clicking. Any input? I can't figure it out....

car852

Also, i just installed new spark plugs.

car852

Emergency bump lol I have school tomorrow.

grim~

iTrader: (1)

dead battery?

STIKILLA1084

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did you make sure all your timing marks was lined up properly?

YogSaahoth

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did u mess with the starter motor at all during your work?

car852

the battery isnt dead, im pretty sure i lined up the timing marks. and im not sure what the starter motor looks like lol.

car852

could rust on a cylinder wall do it?

i have a feeling it is the timing. you guys tried to explain to me but i dont totally understand how to align the marks. i need pics, guys lol.

Evoryder

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Sorry. You changed your belts without knowing how to set timing? Interesting.

Find yourself a manual or a mechanic.

car852

how much do you think it would be to have it dont at a shop? just for labor.

Dube

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Should of took it to the shop instead of thinking you could save an extra few bucks by doing it by yourself when you had no idea what you were doing.

raulthode

Recheck timing....use manual or get someone knowledgeable.
Recheck if spark cables are installed correctly and not firing in the wrong sequence(kickback).......definitely check your timing.
do check you battery too. never know....

Evoryder

iTrader: (55)

1HRS LABOR. ...SETTING TIMING IS EASY IF YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING. The issue you may have are valves being bent or head damage...

This could be something easy or requires a pro.

Not sure if the Ralliart is the same as the evo for checking timing. The marks are etched on to the valve cover.

javicracer

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OMG!!! Bye bye valves!!!!

30lbsboosted

it wold still start with bent valve it would just run like ****,unless there all bent which realy never happenes,i would look more it the starting circuit,ie battery or starter,turn your lights on and crank the car over if the ights go out you have a bad battery gehtto way of checking it,or just hook up jumper cables and try starting it,
good luck and everyone makes mustakes when there new to turning wrenches