Quote Originally Posted by smart_ion
i own a 1989 honda civic hatch, yesterday we fixed a stripped spark plug and put it all back together. but before that it would run off 3 cylinders. but when we put it all back, it wouldnt crank. maybe timing off? but we fixed the timing and now still wont crank. is the dizzy messed up? we did take it off, dont kno why.
Basic things to check:
- Check to see if you are getting spark.
- Check to see if you are getting fuel.
- Make sure you have adequate compression.
- Check the timing.
- Check the firing order.
- Check and fix any check engine light issues there may be.

Post back if any of the above is out of whack and let's go from there.