86 chevy 4x4 won't start

I have an 86 chevy 4x4 with a 8 inch lift that won't start at all I backed into the driveway and it died. It's getting gas but I don't think it's getting fire I have put all new distributor and rotor have no idea what to try next and suggestions or opinions would be mighty appreciated


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Make sure the distributor is getting power.

check to make sure the distributor is turning when the engine is turning.The timing chain could have jumped,broke,stripped gears and not be turning.
Did you watch the dizzy turn when you replaced it with a new one?

No one of my buddies that has helped me out before told me it was the ignition control module and I dont know how to check it or what it's supposed to do

It very well could be the module , but some testing is required to determine that. You could just throw a part at it, but that is a pricey way to go if it turns out to be something else.
If you search the knowlege base here at Hotrodders, you will find the info you need to test the ignition system and determine the problem.

I put a module in it this morning and it fired up but there is a knocking sound and a bad lose of power you can move the distributor and quieten it but it won't go away and the lose of power concerns me im lost any suggestions there? I don't know much bad the carbed motors or the movement of the distributor I need a little help adjusting stuff and the local garages are to pricey for me.

I just want someones opinion doesn't have to be an expert just someone who has dealt with then 350s a lot.

Get a timing light and someone that knows how to use it and set the timing.
The knock could have something to do with oil pressure or lack of it. Whats the oil pressure? The distributor drives the oil pump and if the distributor isn't engaging the oil pump drive shaft correctly you shouldn't run it. Did the distributor sit flush with the manifold without a lot of force when you re-installed it? It has to be turned to the correct position before dropping it into the hole to line it up with the oil pump drive.
ssmonty

How long could you drive an old 350 with a rod knocking in it I know it's not good but how long could you run it if your easy on it