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I didn’t see any chewed wires. With the problem being so sporadic, it has me confused. Like I said before, I ran the dog piss out of it last week and it didn’t miss a lick. And I idled it about the same amount of time to warm up. I haven’t had time to mess with the glow plugs yet, but they can’t...

Today I tried to start it after plugging in for 2 hours—40+ degrees and sitting in sunshine. It took 4 tries this time. I let it idle for 30 minutes and then gave it gas. It immediately started the popping and blowing lots of black smoke out the exhaust. It ran popping like this for two or three...

I would say that my starter speed sounded comparable, but it’s hard to determine. I hope to check the glow plugs for power next time and maybe check the lift pump by opening that drain.

Update: I drove it 25 miles and ran it up to 80 mph, but couldn’t get it to make the exhaust popping. I need to get this starting problem fixed because plugging it in for hours is going to be cumbersome. I will try and check the glow plugs for power next weekend.

Ok, I fully charged the batteries and ran the heater block for 6 1/2 with my generator. Temps started at 19 degrees and warmed to about 42 after that 6 1/2 hours. Did not start on 1st cycle, but it almost hit. 2nd cycle it fired up & has settled out to a good idle. I am going to let it warm up...

I think the catalytic converter was removed and it’s just a straight pipe now. I can’t work on that problem until I get it running. I should be able to check for voltage at the glow plugs that I can see to rule out the fusable links? I have an optical tach, but what would I watch to determine...

That’s a lot of info. First, The Nissan was separate. The popping noise is from the Chevy. It is not mechanical like u-joints or gears. It appears to be exhaust related. I will readdress that issue once again when I get it running. It seems like the starter is turning fast enough, but I guess...

Thanks. That sounds like what I was thinking. I only get to work on it on weekends and when I have caught up on other chores. I will start with the glow plug removal. I will hose them with PB tomorrow and probably follow up next weekend again. I think I read somewhere that it’s good to spray...

Howdy again, It’s uncanny how it’s been a year since I’ve had anything to say. Minor issues until now. Lost my 4wd and finally figured out a squirrel had destroyed the wire connector at the transfer case switch. Little bastard got my Nissan’s fuel pump connector too. So, over the summer it...

Hello all, Firstly, I am not new to pickup trucks (on my 3rd & 4th), but am new to internet sites. I may make mistakes. I have an 02 F150 and just got a 97 K3500 diesel. Both are old, but comfortable like well worn boots. Both have a few issues, but are fixable (with help and knowledge). Thanks...