Timing fixed for the second time, still won’t start

If there are scuff marks it is contacting the reluctor wheel. Did that sensor come with any shims to move the crank sensor away from the wheel?

Sounds like that AZ timing cover isn't exactly the same as the OEM. If sensor is rubbing it's not right. It's hard for a hall effect sensor to generated a electric charge when it's grounded to the reluctor.
If you're interested: Hall effect | Definition & Facts

Admin: Encyclopedia Britannica agrees with my spelling of reluctor. Why doesn't this sites spell check?

oldeerslayer said:

Admin: Encyclopedia Britannica agrees with my spelling of reluctor. Why doesn't this sites spell check?

Reluctor | engineering

Other articles where reluctor is discussed: ignition system: …a magnetic device, called a reluctor, that is operated by the distributor shaft to produce timed electric signals, which are amplified and used to control the current to the induction coil. These newer ignition systems are more...

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Maybe it's the browser you're using? Mine spell checks all of the time....somtimes when I don't want it to...

chevymec said:

If there are scuff marks it is contacting the reluctor wheel. Did that sensor come with any shims to move the crank sensor away from the wheel?

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It came with a crank sensor delete plug and a bolt

oldeerslayer said:

Sounds like that AZ timing cover isn't exactly the same as the OEM. If sensor is rubbing it's not right. It's hard for a hall effect sensor to generated a electric charge when it's grounded to the reluctor.
If you're interested: Hall effect | Definition & Facts

Admin: Encyclopedia Britannica agrees with my spelling of reluctor. Why doesn't this sites spell check?

Reluctor | engineering

Other articles where reluctor is discussed: ignition system: …a magnetic device, called a reluctor, that is operated by the distributor shaft to produce timed electric signals, which are amplified and used to control the current to the induction coil. These newer ignition systems are more...

www.britannica.com

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Can I buy shims ? And how much do I shim it?

le.blazer.00 said:

It came with a crank sensor delete plug and a bolt

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No crank sensor...no fire.

Before you install the Dorman cover...pack it up and send it back. Any of the other options on rockauto will serve you better. They come with a bead of silicone already installed. You will need a dab of sealant at the lower corners where it meets the oil pan "O" ring.

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Before you install the Dorman cover...pack it up and send it back. Any of the other options on rockauto will serve you better. They come with a bead of silicone already installed. You will need a dab of sealant at the lower corners where it meets the oil pan "O" ring.

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A little late for that, as it’s already in and I modified it so I didn’t have to drop the pan. Can someone give me a part number for the shim I need? Or sensor I need? Went to pick and pull yesterday but all of them were pulled already, I don’t really want to spend $70 on a sensor especially if it’s gonna get missed up again, unles that sensor is still useable

le.blazer.00 said:

A little late for that, as it’s already in and I modified it so I didn’t have to drop the pan. Can someone give me a part number for the shim I need? Or sensor I need? Went to pick and pull yesterday but all of them were pulled already, I don’t really want to spend $70 on a sensor especially if it’s gonna get missed up again, unles that sensor is still useable

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Take it to the hardware store and find some thin washers that fit.

Did you ever check for fuel or fire? I would not reinstall that sensor. as it has made contact. Mine rubbed through enough that it started acting like a rev limiter and misfires. Removed the sensor and it was rubbed through pretty good, When you look up the sensors they usually show shims included. I've read it is used for engines that the crank/bearings have wear. Looks to also cover these aftermarket timing covers.

Grab a new sensor and use a sharpie to color the end of the sensor to check for contact.
Disconnect the coil so it won't start and turn it over a few times.
Remove the sensor to check for contact.
If it has marks add 1 shim and use the sharpie again.
No marks, reconnect the coil and see what happens.

chevymec said:

Did you ever check for fuel or fire? I would not reinstall that sensor. as it has made contact. Mine rubbed through enough that it started acting like a rev limiter and misfires. Removed the sensor and it was rubbed through pretty good, When you look up the sensors they usually show shims included. I've read it is used for engines that the crank/bearings have wear. Looks to also cover these aftermarket timing covers.

Grab a new sensor and use a sharpie to color the end of the sensor to check for contact.
Disconnect the coil so it won't start and turn it over a few times.
Remove the sensor to check for contact.
If it has marks add 1 shim and use the sharpie again.
No marks, reconnect the coil and see what happens.

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That’s what I’ll do