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lj
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11/07/2003
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Okay here's the thing...my 95 Dodge Dakota V6 won't start. Thought I ran out of gas...put gas in would not start. Changed the battery...would not start (I know it starts getting expensive)...then I changed the rotor and distributor cap (all this was from some guys walking by trying to help and giving advice)...still wouldn't start. Changed the pick up coil...YAHOO it starts...next day go out to truck...and guess what???? It won't start. So now I change the pick up coil again.....it starts...next day...won't start again...now I'm thinking there's a NAPA guy stalking me and removing parts so I'll visit him in the shop....LOL...nah, so any how I changed my spark plugs and wires...still it won't start....had my starter and solenoid checked at Checkers and it seems to be good.......HELP!!!!!!!!
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EBL
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11/07/2003
12:57:13
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What was happening the last time it started? Was it running well when you shut it off?
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lj
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11/07/2003
13:00:23
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yes...I thought it was clear. Now I am reading all the mssgs on this forum and am wondering if there is air in my fuel line???
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maui jim
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11/07/2003
14:25:32
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maybe fuel filter clogged?
maybe water in fuel?
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nwf_snake
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11/07/2003
14:53:31
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Marry a mechanic?!?
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lj
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11/07/2003
16:58:44
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Actually my hubby is working on the car...I just figured that if I went on here and posted it I'd get more help...being a female...I love it! It's so nice that there are so many guys who show their chivalry. You guys are awesome. I am passing this info on to my husband and he is going to check the fuel filter and all. Thanks guys! You are the best!!!!!!
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lj
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11/07/2003
18:08:41
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okay so my husband's cousin came over and the two of them are fiddling with it...they both are used to VWs so I know they are confused...I try telling them all the things like not getting enough pressure from the fuel so the coil won't fire...but I think my lingo is off...I guess I'll just sit back and let the men be men and I'll stay barefoot in the kitchen~~~~~~~
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TexasTodd
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11/07/2003
19:38:07
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The real question is, being from hawaii, are you in Hawaii? Do you surf? YOur husband and his cousin? Then it should be no problem, it'll get fixed, that is if any of you ever surf, or sail catamarans!
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x96283
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11/07/2003
20:27:58
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hmmm there's a couple nice places that i've been to before with auto trouble.
there's CARE on kam hwy across from waipahu harley davidson, then RPM (i think its called) on leonui behind cutter dodge.
best bet is to seek out ryan vowell. he's got a dakota down that way. lives in haleiwa but posts on here a lot. smart guy! do a search for his email...
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lj
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11/07/2003
20:53:48
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thanks guys! I'll check it out! I'll look for Ryan. Yes, my husband surfs...well, he hasn't for awhile...especially since his truck broke down!!!! ...and we have three boys who keep us busy. I'll let him tinker...I'm pooped.
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desktopsilver
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11/07/2003
21:48:32
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if it is hot out ...make sure your fuel line is not tuching any kind of metal ...so you arnt getting vapor lock........also check ground wires..
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lj
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11/07/2003
22:11:25
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Well guys, I think that's it for the night...I just read your posts and went to go tell my husband and found him crashed out with the manual on his chest.....he suspects a ground wire since his cousin acted as ground when they did the spark test. He did check for corrosion under the fuse box by the battery and so far it looked okay...he'll check in the morn...he's getting frustrated. I can't blame him since he just fixed my Aerostar and troubleshooted like heck just to find out that it was the radiator cap that did not have a good seal and the battery would not hold the charge......he's at the point where he thinks his DAK is something as simple as that and his forehead is flat from beating his head on the pavement!!!!!!!! You guys are awesome! I'll look for you guys tomorrow and see if anyone has any ideas!
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desktopsilver
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11/08/2003
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ding ...ding....ding....im the winner i guesed that ,,,now for the prize ,,,,how about a pic hawaii girl
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Tom H
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11/09/2003
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I am not sure about the 95's but check and see if
your getting any fuel to the engine. If the fuel pump is in the tank and you run it dry there is a
good possibility you burnt out the fuel pump.
Spray a little gas in the air intake and see if the engine will kick over.
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GT
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11/09/2003
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I had a similar problem with my '93 taurus and '89 mustang gt. I know, I know their fords but I think that they all used similar battery connections around that time. Anyway, like you I went out and changed the battery, nothing, then the starter, nothing, then I simply twisted the connections a little and tightened them and it was fine. Most frustrating thing ever.
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lj
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11/11/2003
14:37:50
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Well a big MAHALO (that's Hawaiian for Thanks) to all you guys for helping. We are now towing our DAK into a friend to look at...we give up. Two vehicles in two weeks...this was enough for my hubby and I want him to be happy and not frustrated!!!!! Can't have that at home~~~
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ttt
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11/12/2003
15:57:29
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ttt
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TX-Hop
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11/12/2003
17:30:24
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Just for Sh!ts and giggles have him look at this..
http://faq.dakota-truck.net/Electronics/gen2_stalling.html
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Wadak
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11/26/2003
01:37:01
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Lj: A common problem on 1992-96 is a red feeder wire in the wiring harness about 6 to 8 inches down below the fuse box on the driver side of the engine compartment. Also a good idea to check all fuses with an ohm meter on continuity tester too.
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