98 3.8 starting issue

I have a friend that has a 98 3.8l mustang that once in a while will not want to start. It turns over but refuses to start. I unplugged the E-distributer to simulate it not starting and he said that is exactly how it sounds. I tried some other tests and pretty much confirmed that it probably was something with ignition.
Is there a common problem with these? A senor, the computer, loose wire? I am boggled due to it being so electronically controlled.


I noticed that when it does start it takes a lil bit for it to start. it kindof spudders as it starts up. eventually I think the computer corrects the engine and allows it to run fine.
He had taken it to Bosch for a tune up and the wires checked out fine.

My big question is; is this a common problem and/or does anyone know how to fix this?

thanks,
TurboFlush

94 3.8l stang said:

I know this is :OT:. But i noticed in your list of cars you have an 84 escort GT listed. I own a 1988 escort GT 1.9L HO. I know alot about escorts. I don't recall ever seing a 1.4L??? Not say that you typing it is . But I know that there was a 1.6L in 84. Is this just a typo??? and if it is a 1.6l, is it the turbo 1.6, cause i would be interested in some parts if you want to part it out . i have also restored two escorts.

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LOL, I cant remember what size it was. I thought it was a 1.4 it has been a long time since I have seen the car. The only thing I have left to finish on the car is the rims and suspension. everything else is done. But I live in Germany, where they make 1.1 escorts. I tried to find some turbo parts for the longest time that way I could turbocharge it, but no luck.

Man, I am talking 3 bangers in a 6 cyl forum. I hope this dosnt turn into a bad post.
I really do need to find out what is wrong with the 3.8 mustang.

hmmmm, no body can help lil oll me!! :-(