Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Hard Starting When Warm?

[Cooker]

I am having a little trouble tracking this down so I thought I would ask my faithful TDR members for some feedback.



When I start the truck cold it will fire up fine, but if the engine was up to temp before shutdown and I try to start the truck, it takes several spins on the starter to get it fired up again. However if I just set my foot on the throttle (with the slightest amount of pressure), it will fire up just fine.



What do you think?



Thanks,

Ryan

 

[illflem]

Check your fuel pressure. When the OF valve is getting weak the warm fuel and engine can cause the spring to lose push (there must be a better word) and cause low FP.

 

[Cooker]

Thanks illflem. That is next on my list. I had to get my FP test gauge and adapter back from my father. I'll check it tomorrow.



One thing I was thinking was weak governor springs? It seem like this could cause the same scenario. Am I correct in thinking this? I guess it will give me some extra incentive to install my 3K GSK.