post rebuild start-up issues

[SailorsF22A6]

so, I bought a 92 Accord F22A6 MT when I was in the Navy, it had shot piston rings but otherwise was perfect. Now that I am out of the Navy I have had time to rebuild her. I replaced the rings and what not as I should according to the manual. Its worth noting that I also took this tome to remove the entire A/C system , the Cruise Control unit, and rerouted the fuse box into the cabin. when I put it back together I made sure to torque everything and lube the snot out of her . now that i am ready to restart her, she just wont do it. I tracked down a fuel pump issue and fixed the main relaywires that broke. I havent checked the ignition system yet, but I want to make sure I have not missed anything before I delve into that jungle of wires. I think I got the timing right, if not its only off by a tooth. she did sit for over a month during the rebuild. does anyone have any experience or knowledge on this issue, i would love to hear any of your suggestions and advice. did I miss any info? thanks guys and galls

[kratemertyl]

when you say " she just wont do it" what are u implying?
does it turn over but not fire?
does it not turn over?
when i was like 17 i had an issue like this that left me confused for a few days. its turned out i forgot to re install the ECU fuse.
so now i always try to remember the simple stuff before i tear stuff apart.
but we need more descriptive info before we can help bruh

[SailorsF22A6]

Yeah, my bad. It turns but won't fire. It doesn't even sound like it's trying.I know for a fact the fuses are good.... unless the ECU fuse is obscure or hidden. My best guestimate is ignition coil or distributor cap. I heard a couple electric popping sounds the first few times I attempted firing her up.

[Jarrett]

You really shouldn't have done any of the other things as it can, and in this case has, impeded your ability to test your rebuilt engine. I'm sure you're aware of this now.

Get a used distributor and coil from the junkyard to use as test pieces. If they don't work, take them back or keep them as spares.

[SailorsF22A6]

So I was able to confirm that I am getting 12v as far as the wire from the ignition coil to the distributor. The issue must be happening in the distributor. Has anyone ever taken the distributor apart or had issues with it?

[sonikaccord]

Are you getting spark at the plugs?

Remove the plug and place the electrode by a bolt and see if you get a spark...don't get shocked...it tickles.

[kratemertyl]

Yea u may check the igniter. I think it's a fairly cheap part. For sure do the steps to check for spark. If u got spark, check for fuel if u got fuel u may suspect a timing issue

[r. masajo]

IT happened to me when i did my swap... it turns but it wont fire,, we opened the dizzy then replace the coil.. then... bam.... it fired up...

[SailorsF22A6]

Yeah,,, I definitely have no spark ,but a solid 12V Right before the distributor.

[sonikaccord]

There is a problem with your ignitor or coil. Coils normally don't die, so I would replace the ignitor first.

[GhostAccord]

Can you hear your fuel pump prime and does the CEL light come on when you turn the key to the II position?

[SailorsF22A6]

No CEL. Can some one link or post a pic of the "igniter"

[SailorsF22A6]

Even better would be instructions on how to test said igniter

[GhostAccord]

Well if you don't see the CEL when the ignition is turned on I wouldn't bother testing the ignitor. I would say that it might be an ECU power or ground issue. Check to make sure the main ground on the thermostat is clean and tight.

If you still need to test the ignitor after that here it is;

http://autorepair.about.com/library/a/1e/bl446e.htm

I know that it says that it is for a Prelude, they use the same ignitor and wire colours. Testing most Honda ignitors is the same procedure no matter what chassis.

or you could use this one; http://autorepair.about.com/library/a/1h/bl415h.htm

[SailorsF22A6]

Ok, the ICM Igniter is good. Still doesn't start