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Jan 26, 2008 | 07:57 PM

bigtownsend

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From: Beaverton, Oregon

Car: 1982 camaro z28

Engine: 305ci cross-fire injection

Transmission: turbo 350

car wont start

ok so here is my problem... i just bought my 82 camaro z28 for $350 bucks and the guy says that it has a rebuilt motor in it.. ive got the 305 in it and it wont start and i dont know why can anyone tell me where to start? when i turn the key to start the car it loses all power.. why is that? somebody help me please

Jan 27, 2008 | 07:04 AM

mcgarnicle

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From: erlangen, Germany

Car: 1991 Z28 1LE

Engine: LS1

Transmission: T56

Axle/Gears: 3.42

Re: car wont start

Does it crank or just do nothing?

Jan 27, 2008 | 09:36 AM

ploegi

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From: Adrian, Mi, USA

Car: 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula

Engine: 5.7 TPI

Transmission: 700R4

Re: car wont start

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Originally Posted by bigtownsend

Loose battery connection. Check the battery cables at the battery, and also at the other end... Neg cable goes to the block, Pos cable goes to the starter. Also, make sure the battery has a good charge.