1996 GMC C1500 Hard to start in the morning.

72,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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AVS19FAN26
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Hi lately my truck has been hard to start in the morning. It cranks fine and after 5-8 times it finally starts though its not a very smooth start. It seems to be getting worse lately. But it only happens after sitting for a period of time or overnight. Other than that it runs fine and starts properly when being started multiple times during the day. I got a new starter about a year and a half ago and also recently replaced the spark plugs. What could the problem be?
Sep 13, 2009 at 3:01 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the fuel pressure if okay test the coolant temperature senso/ fuel pump relay/ fuel pump and oil pressure sending unit-
Sep 13, 2009 at 3:13 PM
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AVS19FAN26
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How many PSI should the fuel pressure be for my truck?
Sep 13, 2009 at 3:32 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Its 60-66psi
Sep 14, 2009 at 9:40 AM
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