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EVERY Probe owner needs to have a spare , working , distributor .
Fairly certain a new distributor will cure your problem.

Cold engine , bonnet up , coolant filler caps off, fill up to very top .
Replace one cap only.
Get someone to start engine.
You watch the open cap.
If bubbles keep coming out , you have a leak.
I hope you don't but................

Sorry but it reads like you have a head gasket leaking.

IF the HE1 system used to work well, I think a replacement module for that would be a simple move.
Then look for an original distributor.

Check for a spark at a plug but NEVER EVER leave a plug lead unconnected when trying to start/run the engine..

Makes sense now , if it is the original belt , my bet is, it will be in perfect condition.
Taking crankshaft pulley off without the proper tool , needs a bit of care.

Why ?
Unless you have an issue , leave well alone.
I can assure you , original Japanese cambelts will last well over 120,000 miles .

Maybe TPS or IAC , especially as it has not been run for a while.

Seems more like an ignition problem.
No spark , or at the wrong time will do this.

Double check that there are no little air/vac pipes left unconnected anywhere , especially the hidden one to the air intake
assembly.

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