HELP.......Backfire problem!!!

[tankertime]

I have owned this 93 for 1 month. It has run great up until now. I took it to the local carwash and sprayed out the engine bay with a high preassure hose. Probly not too smart... It did not want to start afterwards, I let the engine dry off real good and it started right up. I drove it about 5 miles with no problems and parked it for the night. The next day I started it up and it runs rough as though it is not hitting on all cyls. When I give it a little gas it is sluggish and pops (Backfire). I probably fried something. Any thoughts/suggestions?

 

[JonM]

Looks like you commited the #1 sin and drenched the Optispark. I have heard of people drying them out with fans and heat lamps, but 98% have to have them replaced. about 300 for it plus labor. ANd you may as well replace the waterpump while you are at it.

 

[Ken]

So sorry you had to learn the hard way...

I cringe every time I see someone learn from experience, but I'll bet you never do it again!