Doubletrouble

The cruise in my manual '01 isn't setting itself but when I set it there seems to be a long delay before it takes over. I set it and usually it won't kick in until I let off the pedal and loose 5-10mph then it kicks in.

This is a project I will definitely be doing at some point. It may be a while but it will be on the list. I will try to have all the pieces and parts needed before tearing into the dash in an effort to make it a little quicker and smoother with good end results.

I have a vacuum pump and gauges for the a/c. I will probably have a buddy help as well. I will try to not have the truck down any longer than needed as it is now my only truck. I am selling the other 2 GM's I have. Time to thin the heard in a sense.

How long does it take to pull the dash and replace the top along with the heater core and evap? Just curious, I'll need to do this at some point, my dash is cracking badly and have a couple pieces missing already. I would go ahead and do the HVAC service while I have it all out and accessable.

Ok, this morning the temp is 15°F. Went out turned the key on popped the hood and felt for heat at the grid heater, seemed to be warming. Cycled the key to run the grids a second time then cranked and she fired right up on the 2nd or 3rd revolution. Must have been something I did. I will have to pay more attention to what I am doing when I start her up cold like that. Chalk that up to inexperience with this engine and truck I guess.

I'll plug in if it gives me trouble again. It may very well be me not being used to the truck yet, my first diesel pickup. I need to know how to cold start it for when I'm at work. It'll sit 8-12 hours at night when I'm working. I've watched several videos of 5.9 vp engines cold starting and mine does seem that bad now. Lol I'll try it again in the morning and report back. On a side note, how do I resize a pic to fit in my sig?

Temp overnight will be close to last night, I did not plug her in just to check things in the morning. I will cycle the grids twice and make sure I hold the dang key longer this time and see how things go. I'll also put a hand on the intake near the grids to feel for warmth.

Is it possible that I simply let off the key to soon? The first time I was thinking gasser, as soon as it fired I let off of cranking.

Pretty flat around here, may have to back it up on to something. Also, how would it loose prime? Something not sealed properly? Wouldn't that leak while under pressure? Assuming it's on the pressure side of the LP.

So this morning the temp outside was 14° F and I went out to fire up the truck so she had time to warm up. It started but reluctantly. I am new to this diesel truck world other than the large semi trucks. This is how it went: Turned on key got the wait to start light, waited for it to go out and cranked the motor, as soon as she started to fire I let the key go, she died. Cycled the key, WTS light went out and cranked again. This time she fired I held the key to start a bit longer. Thought it started to run, she died. WTS light again, then cycled key, WTS light a second time, cranked til she took off. She ran then. Grid heaters are working from what I can tell (after it's running lights dim, amp gauge drops when they cycle). Am I doing something wrong here or could there be a problem? How easily or difficult should it be to start at about 14° (real feel was 4° with wind chill, truck was facing into the wind as well). With my lack of experience with the dodge/Cummins combo I don't know if there is something I may be doing wrong or should do differently or if I should be concerned at this point. Thanks for any replies! Also, just some extra info, the lift pump does run, checked the fuel pres. Not long ago, had 18psi at idle.

Maybe try shooting the video with Windows down, then up, and move the phone around the cab some to maybe pick up the sound better? At what speed does the noise occur? Could you possibly have someone ride in the bed of the truck to at least figure out a more localized area to look at?

I'm not a rich man either, my want list is way longer than my money will stretch most of the time. I'll be trying to plan repairs and upgrades on the truck in stages that I can handle.

I hear you moparman. I would like to do alot if things to the truck but funds will keep me reeled in for a while. When I do take it in for the syncros I will try to have extra set aside for the possibility of new clutch and any other things they may find wrong while in there. Rather have it all done at once but again, fund permitting.

I'll check under there for the plug and the reverse switch. I'll have some time for tinkering now since I was laid off yesterday. Hoping it'll only last for a week or two but we'll see. In the mean time, I can look alot of things over to get more familiar with the truck just won't have money for any projects for now, have to cut back for a bit.

Dripley, You said keep tabs on that six speed, it's a five speed but, I will check it in the next day or so. Not to sound dumb but how do you check it. I'm guessing there is a plug to pull and put a finger in to check the oil level? Also, where would the reverse light switch be on the trans? My back up lights don't work, changed bulbs and still nothing. Thinking switch possibly. Thanks

After seeing the mileage some of you have mine is still new at 140k. Good to know she will be around a long time though. I have a few rust issues to address I'm the summer and trans syncros (mainly 3rd) all else is good to go I believe.

I will definitely crack a beer at the milestones. Since I have my Cummins Dodge now I will be parting with my faithful '95 GMC Z71 with 360,000 plus on the clock. Been a great truck but it was time for something bigger and stronger. Wasn't looking for a dually but hard to pass on the deal so........

Beautiful country moparman. Love the view. Why the v8 truck for now? If you don't mind me asking. Don't want to be nosey. I'm hoping my truck gives me that kind of longevity and more. So far I love the truck, just have to maintain it properly and keep the rust at Bay.

Moparman, you really rack up the miles don't you.

What's the cost to have this done approximately? I assume you mail the sample to them and they mail the results back?

Who does this analysis? Where would I take the sample after collected?

My buddy has a 2013 with the 6.7 (he's the one that talked me into mine) and he changes his every 5000 I believe. I thought it was a bit excessive but it's his truck.

One needs to save some where, maintenance can be expensive.

Where would I take the sample for analysis? And what does that results from it tell you? Sorry, new to diesels, never did this on a gasser.

Never heard of that brand. Are those available at any common auto parts store or online?