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Hard start overnight

Old Nov 2, 2016 | 05:10 PM
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When my truck sits overnight it has a hard time starting. Usually 5 cranks until it fires. But if I bump my fuel system and let it run for 10 or so seconds it'll start no problem or if I park down a hill. Is my sump affecting my start?
 
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Old Nov 3, 2016 | 03:33 AM
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You have a loss of prime issue. Are all you bolts tightened down on the fuel system? Mainly the one on the back of the head. This will cause your no start/delayed start issues.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2016 | 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by gh0stman
You have a loss of prime issue. Are all you bolts tightened down on the fuel system? Mainly the one on the back of the head. This will cause your no start/delayed start issues.
What do you mean back of the head? The suction side of the Fass?
 
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Old Nov 3, 2016 | 07:11 AM
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On the backside of the head there is a bolt that returns fuel not used by the injectors to the tank. It loosens up over time and lets air into the system. It is a 17mm bolt head.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2016 | 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by gh0stman
On the backside of the head there is a bolt that returns fuel not used by the injectors to the tank. It loosens up over time and lets air into the system. It is a 17mm bolt head.
Oh gotcha! I'll check it out. Thank you👍🏻
 
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