Hard starting - 99 Tahoe Vortec 350
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Hard starting - 99 Tahoe Vortec 350
I have a 99 Tahoe with the Vortec 350, 4x4, 4 door with the tow package.
Before I installed my remote start, I was having hard starting problems. I would have to press the gas while starting it.
Recently, I've had to replace my fuel pump and fuel filter. I had to pound the retaining ring off the fuel filter. Rust fell into the tank.
On top of that I might be having battery/alternator problems also.
Anyway. I think I need to check the pressure at the fuel rails. There's a Harbor Freight near me. I was wondering if anyone has tried this or if anyone knows this will work:
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=92699
[ul][*]Quickly test the fuel pump pressure on most injector systems [*]Gauge reads 0-100 PSI, 0 to 0.7 BAR [*]Includes flex hoses, fittings and instructions [*]Fits most systems (except for Bosch, CIS-Jetronic and GM throttle body systems)[/ul]
ITEM 92699-3VGA
$14.99
Thanks,
Hardwarz
Before I installed my remote start, I was having hard starting problems. I would have to press the gas while starting it.
Recently, I've had to replace my fuel pump and fuel filter. I had to pound the retaining ring off the fuel filter. Rust fell into the tank.
On top of that I might be having battery/alternator problems also.
Anyway. I think I need to check the pressure at the fuel rails. There's a Harbor Freight near me. I was wondering if anyone has tried this or if anyone knows this will work:
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=92699
[ul][*]Quickly test the fuel pump pressure on most injector systems [*]Gauge reads 0-100 PSI, 0 to 0.7 BAR [*]Includes flex hoses, fittings and instructions [*]Fits most systems (except for Bosch, CIS-Jetronic and GM throttle body systems)[/ul]
ITEM 92699-3VGA
$14.99
Thanks,
Hardwarz
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RE: Hard starting - 99 Tahoe Vortec 350
That appears to be a universal gauge kit that requires you to cut the fuel lines and insert a fitting into the line. That kit specifically says it does not fit GM throttle body systems, which is what your vehicle is. Your vehicle has a test port for testing the fuel pressure. It's a schrader valve just behind the throttle body on the fuel rail.
I believe this is the type you need:
http://store.comosuperstore.com/021467078180.html
I believe this is the type you need:
http://store.comosuperstore.com/021467078180.html
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RE: Hard starting - 99 Tahoe Vortec 350
Right. No tire gauge, but if it's the exact same size, I can look at the fuel rail pressure tester andeyeball it to see if it'll fit.
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