Hey guys got a question for you. I have a 1995 chevy bretta 3100 and i cant get it to start without press the gas pedal down all the way. I change the fuel pump got the fuel pressure i need. I changed plugs and wires and it started right up no gas. I let it run for five to ten mintues, and it wouldnt start without the gas pedal down again. I was thinking coil packs but I dont no for sure what do you guys think.

I worked with my Son yesterday and torqued the rocker arms, installed the lower intake manifold, upper intake manifold, and rocker arm covers.
Here's the possible problem: When I installed the heads, I used the Fel-Pro "Problem Solver" head gaskets. I followed the assembly sequence of another engine part, not the head assembly sequence. I followed the Fel-Pro Head Torque Sequence, which turns out to be the same sequence as the FM.
Yesterday, I saw the FM head sequence section and there is a Figure that says to coat 3 head bolts with sealant. I only used a coating of oil.
I cannot remember if the Problem Solver gaskets had a rubber seal around the head bolt holes. I'm hoping they do and will work as good as if I put sealant on the head bolts, if thats where the seal is needed.
Or should I stop right now and disassemble to get sealant on those head bolts?
They are ARP's and TTY, so I'll have to buy another set of head bolts?
I know, I know I'm an idiot for not finding that d*mn FM Head assembly section.
TIA for any solid answers...good or bad.

ok so this car is spiraling out, I believe I have a leaking injector diagnosed from a previous thread, going to try and find out which one(s) today, however a new problem has arisen, the first start of the day is almost impossible spent five minutes yesterday cranking the engine on with breaks so i dont wear the starter. today wouldnt start until I hit it with some carb cleaner, than ran like it usually does. could the fuel pump be going out? just replaced fpr.

I've got a problem. I've probably put 5000 miles on my car and changed the starter 4 times now.

On a 3400, should there be any sort of shim for the starter? And if so, anyone happen to have a PN or have one laying around?

Can anyone tell me where the engine control computer is located on my daughters 2004 Pontiac grand Am with a 3.4 L engine? Nobody is putting out a manual for this car and I am flying blind. Thanks.

Hello all. :)

I just replaced the lower intake manifold gaskets in an 02 pontiac Montana. Went to start the car and there was a whole bunch of valve chatter. Pulled off the front valve cover and saw that the upper part of thr engine wasn't getting any oil. Pulled the lower back off of it to make sure the gaskets weren't pushing the push rods off to the side or anything along those lines, and everything looks good there. Pulled the cover off of the oil pump drive and rotated the drive, and it's definitely pumping oil... I'm just not sure why I'm not getting any oil to the top. Any ideas/suggestions?

Had a delay in reassembling my Monte Carlo's 3.1 from it's oil and coolant dilemma.
But now, so far I've got both heads on and removed and cleaned the lifters and
reinstalled them in their original locations. I had previously cleaned and stored the
pushrods and rocker assemblies (needle bearing style) in their original order.
When I went to install the first rocker/pushrod, I noticed a couple of the pushrod tips had lost their chrome coating and had flashrust.
Should I replace all the pushrods or is this normal?
TIA for any helpful replies.

Hey everyone,

So just like the title says, I tried to start the 'retta after letting it sit for about 12 hours. Opened the door, overhead light comes on fine. Insert the key, and the door open chime could be heard. But once I try turning it on, nothing at all. There was no instrument movement, no cranking, not even my radio turns on when the key is set to "accessory". What could cause this??? I have a fan override switch that still worked, so I assume nothing battery related. Perhaps the ignition switch cylinder gear came off or something???

Also (as it is probably significant to the case) I have occassionally had it die on me while cruising and I go to hit the brake. It will catch itself and restart if at a high enough RPM, but othertimes I would shift to neutral while rolling to restart it.

Any help or suggestions are GREATLY appreciated! Thanks!