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engine drags after timing belt & cylinder head replacement

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#1 ·
I replaced the timing belt and cylinder head on my 2003 convertible but when I tried to start the car it turned over a few times but wouldn't start. When I tried again it was just dragging as if I had a dead battery. tried 3 different batteries but it would barely turn over. Any idea where I might have made a mistake? Thanks.
 
#53 ·
2soft codes and no MIL on, all monitors where ready so I figured it's now or never. I took it to the smog station (CA) and I am super happy to report that I passed.
I am pretty proud of myself for changing the head (twice) and replacing the timing belt, getting the car running good again and passing smog all by myself.
Thanks for your support and help. I am sure I will be back here in the future.
 
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