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Old May 19, 2010 | 01:44 PM
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F-250 problems

I have a problem with my f-250. When I drive the truck for more than just a few miles, I can turn the ignition off and the truck will not start up. If I wait a few hours and try again the truck starts up fine. I checked the alt. and the battery both are good. I also replaced all 3 battery cables. I'm thinking it is some sort of heat problem because when I let the truck set for a while it starts up. Also it runs good it just will not restart. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 02:37 PM
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I'm thinking a heatshield issue by the starter might be the culprit...
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 09:15 PM
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A little more information about your truck (like what year and engine it has) would be helpful.
Does it not turn over, or just not start?
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 09:19 PM
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Your starter is getting over heated by the exhaust manifold and wont turn when it is hot. You can buy a starter cover that protects it from the heat. I have seen them at autozone. hope this helps.
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 11:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Cobra Highboy
Your starter is getting over heated by the exhaust manifold and wont turn when it is hot. You can buy a starter cover that protects it from the heat. I have seen them at autozone. hope this helps.
A bit off topic, bit I see you're in Ogden...howdy neighbor!!! Riverdale here!
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 11:58 PM
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starters the problem either its overheating for a reason or its getting ready to burn up. Ive seen both situations
 
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Old May 20, 2010 | 09:17 AM
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try swapping your starter with a $10 junk yard unit... see if that makes a difference...
 
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