I had a guy swap out my old engine, blown head gasket, for a used engine. He put the engine in and now it cranks but won't start. Any suggestions where to start from here?

 

I have not been able to channel Carnac the Magnificent lately, so your gonna have to throw me a bone.

 

When the key is turned the engine cranks but will not fire.

 

So what is it missing, fuel or spark?

Just a shot in the dark here but you could try checking the engine grounds.

 

Make, model, engine?

 

Check all wiring first. Make sure none of the plugs have been left off, or swapped. After this, check for spark. If good, shoot a shot of starting fluid in, and try to start. Although, more info would be good.

 

Firstly - ^bwahahahahahahaha....

I dont see a blown head gasket warranting swapping out the motor. To easy to repair and so much info online on how to change a head gasket properly on many different cars.

Did you pay this "Mechanic"? Have you asked him to assist in finding a solution to the "No start" issue? Other than that youve been WAY to vague. Need to supply some specifics like Year-Model_Engine Code...3 vital questions that need answers before anyone on here can truly point you in the right direction.

 

Thanks, it is a 1999 Honda Accord LX with a vetch motor four cylinder.

 

And the answer to this is?

Did you check the main ground (G101)?