I was able to perform the Test light test on my truck, I posted the results in the electrical forum:
http://www.thetruckstop.us/forum/showthread.php?37588-Truck-won-t-Start-batteries-drain-down-over-night
Check it out, I hope its helpful in the future.
This was a thread in the 6.5 forum where I suggested a test but did not have any actual results to share.
The test consists of using a test light to check for excessive current draw that could cause the batteries to drain down over night.
This test would works on any vehicle, with or...
If the batteries have not seen a full charge yet, they may not be at 12.6v (after setting), or the meter is slightly off.
Yes the batteries should be even. The question is why were they not even.
I have seen the side terminals build up quite a bit of corrosion under the bolts. Under current...
18:1 can also be harder to start when its real cold.
Played with that idea and decided to go with stock compression when rebuilding mine.
If you need 30 over you might be stuck. I saw some 18:1 20 over's might be available.
Good luck
Sounds like you might of also had a battery cable issue if you had different battery voltages while running.
Have you pulled the battery cable bolts out and checked for corrosion? ( don't forget the spacer puck) You might have been starting on a single battery. Double check or you'll have...
That is what I have in mine.
In mine, the block was modified to accept the 1/2" oil cooler lines verses the 3/8" in the 6.2.
You need the timing gear cover from the 6.5 to mount the DS4. I think the CPS reluctor and 6.5 balanced fit on the 6.2 crank. (I don't think the crank is modified.)
If...
I'm planning on walking through through the procedure tonight, if work cooperates.
Having an amp meter would also be helpful. But I've blown up my share of meters doing these kind of checks. (too much current)
A test light is simple, cheap, and easy to make if you don't have one.
John
If the wiring has not been hacked up, check for the stupid stuff.
check the under hood lamp and glove box lamp.
I believe if you pull the ECM fuse, radio bat fuse and security fuse, those are the always on fuses. (I think)
I need to verify these are the only ones, but you can try this in the...
The PCM need to collect information on crank and cam position so it knows when to fire the IP.
Give it a short crank, turn off the key, then start.
Why are you needing to disconnect? Is something stuck on and draining the batteries overnight?
I have never seen wait to start or a start on the first crank after pulling the batteries for a period of time.
It seems that the computer needs to see a signals from a crank to find its way before it will start.
Crack an injector line, say #1. ( this will give air an easy point to release)...
If I don't go to southern IL to see the kid, I would be game.
It's 3 1/2 hours for me, but I'm always interested in a GTG. I'll check and see what the plans are for travel and send a PM with contact info, if I can make it.
John
I needed to work on replacing the water pump gaskets this weekend. Since I'm still recovering from the broken leg, standing in the bumper holes or the plow mount isn't a real good idea.
While walking around the H depot, I saw the painters platform. 29" high, 3' long and 1' wide, was...
Looks like leak from the front cover came from behind the water pump.
The gasket looks like it shrunk or crinkled, allowing oil to run out.
I've always used Permatex form a gasket on these types of low temp, low pressure gaskets. It didn't seem to stick and hold well. This time was a thin...
What do you need to do before winter?
Here is my list:
Check why the starter hangs and runs on a no start and the key is released
Check the glow pugs
Leaks:
Front cover / water pump - oil and coolant leaks
Oil cooler line fittings
Brakes:
Front pads and rotors
ABS module
Snow...
Prayers for the DeWeese family
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Kansas man killed in tractor accident at Nebraska State Fair
A 75-year-old Kansas man was killed Sunday...