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Old Apr 3, 2008 | 12:43 AM
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Hey im new to the boards but I have a question. I have a 2000 mustang v6 and for the past couple months it takes the engine about 4-5 seconds to start after it sits for a while and 5-8 for the first time each day. But if its only been siting for 2 or less hours since last time i drove it, it starts up like a champ. I have changed battery, spark plugs, fuel filter, ran fuel injection cleaners and seafoamed my engine. I also tested the resistance on plug wires and it was fine for stock wires. Now if i cycle the key 3 or 4 times to build pressure start time goes down a second or 2 and starts a little better but still not right away. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Old Apr 3, 2008 | 12:36 PM
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Default RE: Starting Problem Help

Im having almost the sma problem execpt i have a 1998 V6 Mustang im trying to find out what it is. If I ill tell you what it is see if that helps, or you have a possibility tell me cause im kinda lost. - E
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