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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 11:12 PM
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Starting this morning, when i let my truck sit for awhile and cool down it cranks longer than normal... Then fires up and runs perfectly normal. Once i have started it i can shut it right down and it will fire up first crank. New IAC, new plugs... any ideas?
 
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 08:12 AM
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My truck would always start on the second crank when cold. Now that I replaced the plenum gasket it fires right up! Not sure if that's your issue but it is something to look into.
 
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 11:56 AM
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Thanks not what i want to hear lol but i might try a tune up.. if that doesnt work im going to do the plenum i suppose. (first im going to see if i can hear the fuel pump fire up when i turn the key...
 
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 12:22 PM
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I also gave my truck a tune up while I did the plenum repair. So maybe just try that and see if it helps. My cap and rotor were worn so maybe try that. Only 26.99 for a brass cap and rotor at autozone
 
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