Wont start without using a primer (starting fluid)

Tiny
KGOKELLY
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  • 1997 GMC SIERRA
  • 173,000 MILES
My truck wont start without using starting fluid, but after its been cranked it'll run like a dream; and will even usually start up a few times afterward on its own; until you let it sit for awhile. Replaced fuel filter, measured pressure (58) indicating good pump pressure. It has the 4.3 liter Vortec V6 any ideas?
Thursday, November 10th, 2011 AT 3:11 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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  • 75,992 POSTS
Check the coolant temperature sensor, fuel pump relay and fuel pump and oil pressure sending unit-
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Thursday, November 10th, 2011 AT 3:14 AM
Tiny
RIVERMIKERAT
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Kgokelly, were you able to track down the problem with your vehicle?
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Monday, January 30th, 2012 AT 5:28 AM

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