Need Help

[bowtie911]

1987 Coupe, car has not been driven much in the last ten years, it has 112,000 mi. but started regulary. Started car last week and shortly after starting, heard a metallic sound and engine shut off. Engine would not restart. Engine seems to turn over freely with no conflict, but will not start. Any and all comments will be appreciated.
H. Shaw

 

[buzzlightyear]

By what you heard, I would open the distributer cap and make sure the rotor is turning when you try to start the engine. This would prove that the timing chain, cam gears, distributer gear are still there. Then check the timing to #1 top dead center. Next pull the valve covers to check the operation of the valves and rocker arms. Check the compression of cylinders. Good Luck