Lv2hnt Report post Posted February 16, 2013 Hey all: Came down to Tucson from Gilbert this morning (Saturday) to see my grandson (Swan/Grant Rd), b-u-t ... Made it to intersection of Orange Grove/Oracle when my truck absolutely D-I-E-D!!! Had work done on it earlier this week (replaced distributor with new one) --- evidently wrong diagnosis done there! Truck ran fine on highway this morning, but simply died at stoplight in town. Truck is '98 Chevy 4x4 with 15,000 miles on replaced 5.7l engine. Engine cranking over STRONG, just won't run. New fuel filter a week ago. I grew up in Tucson, but it's a Saturday --- any CWT gear heads out there who might be able to spare a little time and share their expertise this afternoon (Saturday) or tomorrow (Sunday)? I'm thinking problem might be with crank sensor or related wiring (but I'm not a mechanic). Check engine light is on. I can be reached on my cell phone: (480)760-3868 ... Appreciate any help I can get --- Thanks! Lv2hnt aka Tom Wagner Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snapshot Report post Posted February 16, 2013 Where is the truck now? Did you check the coil for spark? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muledeerarea33? Report post Posted February 16, 2013 Fuel pumps are common on those, distributors are also very common (new one could be bad?) crank sensor not as common but would give the same symptoms. If it is the distributor, sometimes you cans pull off a plug wire, ground it while someone else cranks the engine. It'll start working for awhile after that. Just try not to shock yourself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chico Report post Posted February 16, 2013 quick check to eliminate electrical side of system. open air filter cover and spray some starting fluid or other flammable spray into housing. don't use a lot,refasten- close air filter cover and crank engine. if your engine tries to run and dies after burning what was sprayed in, you have a fuel delivery problem. good luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lv2hnt Report post Posted February 16, 2013 Sorry about the re-post(s) --- checking back in on computer that's NOT mine. 1st of all, thanks for the helpful replies! Truck is still at Orange Grove/Oracle. No tools with me --- frankly, I really don't know my way around engine compartment when it comes to trouble shooting. Anyone wanting to help, maybe better to call me on my cell--- I don't have direct access to this site. As I'm typing, just got a phone call from a fellow CMTer --- will let everyone how things go. Feel free to call for live-action commentary (lol) --- now, why am I laughing, exactly??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lv2hnt Report post Posted February 18, 2013 Checking back in --- thx to muledeerarea33? and Chico for posting your suggestions! Special thx to MotoXno53 & Snapshot for calling and meeting me in person in Tucson!!! Got the truck home to Gilbert on Sunday (ran ok on highway), but issues popped back up again once back in town. A GM guru friend of mine got with me this morning (ran a LOT of tests, then replaced cam sensor, afterwards the fuel pump relay --- after driving for a while, if that didn't do the trick, my last resort is to check fuel pump, which was replaced just 1 and 1/2 yrs ago) --- time will tell ... Thanks again, Amanda, for having the idea of this website --- not only do we get to share our hunting experiences, but the CWT fraternity is a family who helps each other. MUCH appreciated!!! Having said that, GOOD LUCK to all you pig hunters later this week! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigorange Report post Posted February 18, 2013 Glad to see this kind of thing happening. Glad you got the help you needed...I'm in Tucson but sounds like I'm as lost as you in the engine compartment! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snapshot Report post Posted February 18, 2013 It was good to meet, and talk with you. Sorry we couldn't fix the truck . there is some serious diagnosing to be done that is beyond my capability, and equipment. Those codes are tough to figure out sometimes. Hope you get it sorted out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CouesWhitetail Report post Posted February 19, 2013 Checking back in --- thx to muledeerarea33? and Chico for posting your suggestions! Special thx to MotoXno53 & Snapshot for calling and meeting me in person in Tucson!!! Got the truck home to Gilbert on Sunday (ran ok on highway), but issues popped back up again once back in town. A GM guru friend of mine got with me this morning (ran a LOT of tests, then replaced cam sensor, afterwards the fuel pump relay --- after driving for a while, if that didn't do the trick, my last resort is to check fuel pump, which was replaced just 1 and 1/2 yrs ago) --- time will tell ... Thanks again, Amanda, for having the idea of this website --- not only do we get to share our hunting experiences, but the CWT fraternity is a family who helps each other. MUCH appreciated!!! Having said that, GOOD LUCK to all you pig hunters later this week! I love stories like this where CWT members are helping each other! Glad you were able to get some help and I hope the truck gets fixed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
