So close..

We tried to start the car for the first time and had the digital camcorder ready. Unfortunately we couldn't get it going yet. The first problem we had was with the PAT system (security system, could be better described as PITA system) but we figured that out by adjusting where the key was in relation to the receiver. After that we weren't getting fuel still. After searching through the wiring we found a couple grounds that weren't connected. This solved the problem and we now have fuel to the motor. We purged the lines as well. I see no leaks anywhere either which is good. After hooking up some more misc. items and troubleshooting through basics like fuses we still haven't got it to fire. We may not be getting spark, so Scott's going to post some specific questions on the ffr forums tomorrow and hopefully we'll have some video up tomorrow night! This DOHC motor gets spark from coil packs instead of a big distributor like the older domestic V8's. The BMW I owned for a few years had essentially the same setup with its DOHC V8 as well. We think its either computer related or something with the coils not getting the right signal. That or maybe theres a ground or wire not connected somewhere of importance. We have scoured the car for something of this sort though. If anyone has any ideas let me know. Considering we ran the engine before pulling it from the donor, its probably something fairly simple.