Engine cranks but will not start

WESTEN CAHILL

MEMBER
1995 ISUZU RODEO
V6
4WD
MANUAL
187,000 MILES

Hey, so I just bought this vehicle from my friend, and it was running good. Sometimes it would run rough but cleaned up after driving for a minute, I used to have to pump the gas a couple times and it would start. Now it will crank and won't start. I tried fuel starter and it won't start with this, I checked spark and fuel pressure. Where else should I check?

Sunday, January 2nd, 2022 AT 10:54 AM

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WESTEN CAHILL

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Update: today I tried starting it, it cranks and sounds like it wants to start. I replaced the fuel pressure valve stem because I broke the last one due the valve stem need to be set at a certain depth? Or degree?

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Sunday, January 2nd, 2022 AT 2:37 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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If it won't start for a couple of seconds using starting fluid, it sounds like there is a fuel-related issue.

As far as the Schrader valve, just turn it in until it stops and then gently snug it.

Do me a favor. I want you to recheck spark to the plugs. Follow the directions in this link and let me know what you find:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Additionally, if you could record it cranking and upload it for me to hear, it may be helpful.

I will watch for your reply.

Joe

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Sunday, January 2nd, 2022 AT 8:46 PM

WESTEN CAHILL

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Thank you, I'll look at it TN after work. But yeah, we tried spraying starter fluid into it and staying it, but it does nothing more than crank.

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Wednesday, January 5th, 2022 AT 3:50 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Sounds good. If you are using starting fluid and there is no change, chances are you lost spark to the plugs. Let me know what you find.

Take care,

Joe

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Wednesday, January 5th, 2022 AT 5:26 PM