1997 Chevrolet Truck Stopped running on Highway

Tiny
BWYLDE
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  • 1997 CHEVROLET TRUCK
  • 4.3L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 255,400 MILES
I have noticed lately that when first started there was some hesitation for a short time then runs like a champ. Today on the highway it really started to act like it was starving for fuel. It went back and forth for a mile or so then died. I cranked on it repeatedly and it started once but when I revved it up it died. I kept cranking until my battery died. And right now it's on the side of the highway waiting for me and my friends to remedy the problem amd/or tow it
Friday, July 24th, 2015 AT 1:29 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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See if it will start for a couple seconds using starting fluid. If it does, check fuel pump pressure. If it is low, you may need a new pump. However, I would check to make sure the pump is getting power before just replacing it.
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Friday, July 24th, 2015 AT 9:41 PM

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