I have a 96 K2500 with 260k miles. The fuel pump is starting to go I believe. Sometimes when hot, after a short drive, the truck wont start. If I turn the key to the on position for about 2 seconds, then do it a few more times the pump seems to prime and the truck starts right up. So I ordered a new Delphi pump assembly with fuel level. It should be here Wednesday.
Couldn't get the truck to start Saturday. I noticed that when I would put the key to the on position, no dash lights, fuel and ammeter gauges were as if the key was not in the ignition. So I am thinking Ignition switch. I did replace the ignition lock cylinder, mostly because the key could be taken out while in Run position, I was on a dirt road and the key bounced out (many keys on my key ring). Truck stays running, but the key can easily fall out, so I replaced it. (I don't think the lock cylinder is related to my issues)
So after I turned the key on and off several times while jiggling, the dash lights came, so I turned the key to the start position and it started right up.
Could I go get an ignition switch from the boneyard from say a 98, or 99 and put it in. I realize that is not ideal, but with the truck having 260k miles, I don't want to put a lot of money into it. New switch is about $100. I'm concerned that a used one from a newer truck has some pass key lock, or something so I don't want to have to go to the dealer for electronic coding (If applicable)
Front fenders are rusted, interior door trim falling off, hinge pin is so worn out, a new bushing won't fix it and I have to lift the door to get it to close, etc, etc. Just trying to get to 300K miles (for bragging rights) before I get a newer truck.
Thanks
Chris
Couldn't get the truck to start Saturday. I noticed that when I would put the key to the on position, no dash lights, fuel and ammeter gauges were as if the key was not in the ignition. So I am thinking Ignition switch. I did replace the ignition lock cylinder, mostly because the key could be taken out while in Run position, I was on a dirt road and the key bounced out (many keys on my key ring). Truck stays running, but the key can easily fall out, so I replaced it. (I don't think the lock cylinder is related to my issues)
So after I turned the key on and off several times while jiggling, the dash lights came, so I turned the key to the start position and it started right up.
Could I go get an ignition switch from the boneyard from say a 98, or 99 and put it in. I realize that is not ideal, but with the truck having 260k miles, I don't want to put a lot of money into it. New switch is about $100. I'm concerned that a used one from a newer truck has some pass key lock, or something so I don't want to have to go to the dealer for electronic coding (If applicable)
Front fenders are rusted, interior door trim falling off, hinge pin is so worn out, a new bushing won't fix it and I have to lift the door to get it to close, etc, etc. Just trying to get to 300K miles (for bragging rights) before I get a newer truck.
Thanks
Chris