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trueninjanewby
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Sep 4, 2013, 4:52 PM

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i got the truck a few weeks ago drove it home and went to work that night could not get it started after work it try to turn over but wont so far i have had a guy look at fuel pump and said it was good i changed the plugs and wire made sure firing order was correct changed radiator due to it was busted got a new batter new alternator and a fuel treatment when removing plugs a notice very small amounts of water but was told it was nothing to worry about by my dad pls help it is my only vehicle radio light ect all work

part replaced is radiator spark plugs and wires alternator

1994 chevy s10
4.3 liter v6
automatic transmission
4x4 wheel drive

i cant afford to take it to the garage at this time


trueninjanewby
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Sep 4, 2013, 4:53 PM

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i also wanted to add after pushing to to the end of parking lot after work i tried starting it once more and it started


Discretesignals
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Sep 4, 2013, 5:05 PM

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Do you mean the starter doesn't crank the engine?





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trueninjanewby
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Sep 4, 2013, 5:11 PM

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it trys to but fails to start up


Discretesignals
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Sep 4, 2013, 5:16 PM

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It tries? It either does or it doesn't. The starter motor has to spin the engine fast enough for the engine to start. If the starter is spinning the engine too slow or not at all, you need to check the starting system.





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trueninjanewby
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Sep 4, 2013, 5:21 PM

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very well how do i go about doing so


Discretesignals
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Sep 4, 2013, 5:28 PM

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First thing is to make sure the battery is fully charged. Then have it tested. It is crucial the battery is in good shape when diagnosing starting system problems. Also make sure that your battery connections are clean and tight. The cables on those were notorious for corrosion problems. If the cable is heavily corroded, you may need to replace it. If not, clean it up and make sure the battery bolts are clean and in good shape.

That would be a good place to start.





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(This post was edited by Discretesignals on Sep 4, 2013, 5:28 PM)


trueninjanewby
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Sep 4, 2013, 5:37 PM

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the battery is brand new but i will get it tested it is side post no corrosion as soon as advance opens tomorrow i will get back with you thank very much for your help thus far Smile


Tom Greenleaf
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Sep 5, 2013, 4:19 AM

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Seems like it cranks but just too slow to start - right?

Side posts might look good and not be. Will this take a jump? May not because the side posts are really just touching the battery not the cables.

Do check the battery new or now and take a real hard look at the cable ends.

What was with water on plugs? Huh?

If this cranks but just too slow it's starting system, battery on to starter or the engine is so tight there are bigger problems?

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