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Anonymous Posted on May 08, 2010

98 c2500 big block, has slow start, engine cranks really slow sometimes and not others, have 650cca battery (new). Still having issues???? Any suggestions.

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  • Anonymous May 08, 2010

    Yes, had it check, battery is good, alternator is good, i checked the cables to make sure they were clean and tight to the starter, along with ground.

  • Anonymous May 08, 2010

    It seems to only do it after the truck has cooled down, say over night or after a couple of hours, It always starts just really slow sometimes like its not getting enough juice to turn it.

  • mwarej123 May 11, 2010

    Is alternator charging as it should?

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