I have 88 gm half ton battery seems fine but wont start

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I did a tran swap in a 1990 gmc 1500 when I got done truck ran for a half mile trip then died replaced fuel pump and it still wont start

Check and make sure that you didn't get wires pinched between the transmission bell housing and engine.

Apr 12, 2019 • GMC Cars & Trucks

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Currently my 88 Chev half ton has 15'' rims,5 bolt pattern. Can I put 16" rims on?

Dear Lawrence,
This should be fine.
However, remember some precautions.
Be sure the 16's have the same bolt pattern, and, most important, be sure there is clearance for the tires and the wheels.
Both tires and wheels have different sizes, widths, and heights.
I would try a 16 on each location front & rear and test it before you go out and buy anything.
You are particularly looking inside the tires and wheels to be sure nothing will rub, especially when the truck bounces up and down, and when you turn the steering wheel all the way.
God bless our efforts.

Mar 03, 2016 • Cars & Trucks

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Ok brand new starter and all the lights and horn work but the car will not even turn over. it does nothing can you help??

I had this issue with my car. its really common in GM cars.. I found this site that sells a way to bypass it. It will save u a ton of money and the site has great customer service if u have any problems .. check it out I hope it helps ya Do It Yourself GM Security bypass

Sep 02, 2012 • 1999 Buick LeSabre

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1993 oldsmobile 88 royale has been hard to turn over, but now it just wont start...still has power to radio etc, lights are not dim, checked the battery and its fine, maybe battery cables or starter...

Over half of GM no starts stem from the antitheft security system turning off starters or injectors. Its that chip in your key. Check out this link, fix it yourself and save some cash. http://vatspasslockpasskeysecurityhelp.yolasite.com/

Apr 27, 2011 • 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

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I have an 89 half ton suburban, 4wd,350. it wont start, getting spark to the plugs, seems to be getting fuel from the two throttle body injectors, turns over fine, replaced plugs, made sure firing order...

Take the airbox cover off spray some starting flood into the throttle body see if it fires if it does week fuel pump

Oct 29, 2017 • 1989 Chevrolet Suburban

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I have an 1984 gm half ton 4x4 the converter locks and unlocks

Adjust the brake switch,most likely loose

May 03, 2010 • 1984 Chevrolet C1500

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96 half ton turns over won't start

I see you mentioned everything except the battery. Have battery load tested as a weak battery will crank vehicle but may not spin engine fast enough. Dirty connections or corroded cables/ends could cause same problems. Hope this helps.

Jan 30, 2010 • Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Cars & Trucks

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MY 1994 1/2 TON 350 CHEVY PICKUP HAS AN INTERMITTENT STARTING PRO

go over the wiring to the starter circut and it's associated fuses, fusable links, etc. make sure all the electrical connections are tight.

Jun 11, 2009 • 1994 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer

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Cant shift in my 88 crx

I would recommend flushing the tranny fluid. you could go with GM synchromesh fluid found at the GM dealer and it will make the shifting buttery smooth. I use this all the time. appx 2 quarts.

Apr 08, 2009 • 1990 Honda CRX

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Cab ground and motor ground

please tell me if the truck cranks but wont start or it won't crank at all, or have you check for spark or fuel coming to engine?
please be more specific, and i will be glad to help you

Jun 15, 2008 • 1988 Chevrolet K1500

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Greg,
Air, fuel, spark. Each will have to be tested. Sometimes when you think the battery is good, it's really not. It can have some juice in it but the CCA (cold cranking amps) is really what you need to have at near full capacity. Are the battery cables in good shape and not just at the connectors to the battery. They can corrode (especially the positive red cable) at both ends (at the starter (red) and at the ground (black).
Did you recently work on the truck and replace something? Retrace your steps if so.
Fuel filter not clogged (recently replaced) and fresh fuel in tank?
Pair filter in place and not clogged?

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I did a tran swap in a 1990 gmc 1500 when I got done truck ran for a half mile trip then died replaced fuel pump and it still wont start

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Ok brand new starter and all the lights and horn work but the car will not even turn over. it does nothing can you help??

1993 oldsmobile 88 royale has been hard to turn over, but now it just wont start...still has power to radio etc, lights are not dim, checked the battery and its fine, maybe battery cables or starter...

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I did a tran swap in a 1990 gmc 1500 when I got done truck ran for a half mile trip then died replaced fuel pump and it still wont start

Currently my 88 Chev half ton has 15'' rims,5 bolt pattern. Can I put 16" rims on?

Ok brand new starter and all the lights and horn work but the car will not even turn over. it does nothing can you help??

1993 oldsmobile 88 royale has been hard to turn over, but now it just wont start...still has power to radio etc, lights are not dim, checked the battery and its fine, maybe battery cables or starter...

I have an 89 half ton suburban, 4wd,350. it wont start, getting spark to the plugs, seems to be getting fuel from the two throttle body injectors, turns over fine, replaced plugs, made sure firing order...

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