Hey everyone,
I'm a newbie, and Ive been reading as much as possible but now i freaked out that there is a mass number of things wrong with my truck.

I purchased the truck about a month ago. It ran fine, didn't really beat it up or tow anything but there was never a loss of power or any problems noticable, even took it to a mechanic and the only thing he saw wrong was a power steering leak. So feeling fairly comfortable with the truck, I took it to get a lift, some new beefy tires, and an exhaust.....well no sooner did I get it home from the shop and the darn thing stalled out in my driveway as i was pulling in. the next day started then stalled, restarted then a ruff idle. Drove it to work and it was bucking every now and then. changed the tranny oil and added som lucas thinking the tc lockin up. next day rough idle on start then stall. now i turn it over and a huge puff of white smoke is blown out and then stalls.

So i joined this forum seeking guidance and decided the problem was the PMD, purchased a new one and a relocating kit, milled out my own heat sink and felt good that i thoght i solved the problem......by the way the PMD is getting here tomorrow..

Ive still been reading threads and now im freaked out that its a mass number of things wrong.......
any advice

Thanks Gents
Brad

You have found a really good place to learn everything to know about the 6.5. I had to replace my PMD recantly. The stalling sounds just like mine but I did not have any smoke. There are a lot of great guys on here that will help you get back on the road.

Hi Brad - :welcome: to The Diesel Place!

THE BEST way to figure what's up with your truck is to actually do the checklist (http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=42248) items.
Nice job on your signature, btw. Most new folks seem to have a problem with it for some reason.
Anyway do the checklist (http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=42248) and report back. Hopefully something simple will pop up.

Welcome to Diesel Place!!

Here (http://flashoffroad.com/Diesel/troubleshoot/troubleshoot.htm) is some more good reading. Enjoy! This reading may also help you uncover your problems. But, please do the checklist!

0. Describe in detail the problem you are having. Please be as descriptive as possible.
1. Does the engine crank, or 'turn over'? yes
1a. Does the engine start and run? Sometimes
1a1. If the engine does not start - Crack injector line: do you have fuel? Yes/No yes
1b. Do you have a Wait To Start Light & the amount of time (seconds) lit. yes 10 to 15
1c. Ambient Condition (temperature outside indicate F or C) __25-30___ °
1d. Engine Cranking speed (if you have an accurate tachometer). ??
1e. Are you experiencing stalling? yes
1f. If Stalling, describe (upon startup only, down the road, hit a bump etc) on start up
1g. If Stalling, do you notice loss of dash or instruments? none
-note if experiencing stalling,you must indicate PMD location in #24.

1h. Check turbo inlet and air filter for obstructions. Cone filters have lost disk and stopped air to turbo. none
1.1 Lift pump test - describe results working
2. Service Engine Light while running?- on/off/intermittent intermittent
2a. Service Engine light does glow during start/cranking/bulb check: Yes/No yes
3. Model year 1994 gmc sierra 1500 6.5L td
3a. Odometer reading (indicate if in miles or km) 250028
3b. Miles on major engine components if been replaced (example Injection pump)
3c. Indicate the model number on the Injection pump (starts DS4 or DB2......) ??
4. Have you scanned for engine codes? (varies by pre/post 96) yes/no no
5. List exact results on engine codes:
6. Air Filter condition (visual check) clean, new
7. Fuel filter condition (freshly changed/condition unknown/mileage since changed) freshly changed
8. Condition of Battery terminal connections (removed, cleaned and tightened) cleaned
8a. Known condition and age of the batteries. ??
8b. Are batteries of differing age or are they a matched set? mismatched
8c. Condition of Major Grounds. (same drill as batt - removed, cleaned, retightened) cleaned
9. Upon cold start, does the radiator hose get hard quickly? Yes/no no
10. Upon cold start, do you have excessive white smoke? Yes/no yes
11. Do you have excessive cranking time before the engine starts? sometimes
12. Have you used the block heater, and does this effect engine starting?(only try for starting problems) yes , no
13. During hard acceleration, do you have excessive black smoke? Yes/no no
14. Do you have any unusual exhaust smoke issues? no
15. Turbo check out - pass/fail pass
16. Do you have an EGR on the engine? (An F or an S engine code 8th VIN digit)
17. Indicate if you know if it’s a 1500, 2500, 2500HD, 3500, 3500HD. 1500
18. Indicate fuel that you are using: Bio-diesel, #2 Diesel, #1Diesel, SVO/WVO, other
18a. If running a VO (Veggie Oil fuel) setup, indicate details of your conversion (homemade, or packaged system)
19. Are you using any fuel additives? If so, please list. penzoil diesel fuel treatmen/ injector cleaner
20. Please indicate geographic region you are in: (example: Texas or Canada) VA
21. Do you have any service history available that might pertain to the problem you are having? NO
22. Please indicate any modifications to the vehicle that might help us diagnose better.
23. Upon unscrewing the fuel cap, do you have a large vacuum formed in the tank? yes/no NO
24. Location of PMD/FSD? On the pump/remoted over intake/remoted out of engine bay (please specify placement specifically) ON IP untill tomorrow placing in cab
24a. If remote mounted, describe wiring harness (homemade or purchased from a vendor?) vendor ss deisel pmd and harness diy home milled heatsink 8x8
24b. Indicate the location and condition of the FSD/IP grounding wire. stock
25. Are ALL glow plugs in proper working order as per this thread? i think

thanks so far guys

Does your lift pump work? It does not specify!

its got pwr and it sounds like its running and there is fuel at the tvlv

I could be wrong but I am willing to bet that new PMD will fix your problems. Just be sure to mount it in the front bumper on a heat sink.

i have a heatsink but i think im goin to try to mount it in the cab
i do alot of offroading

Follow these directions and you should be able to get the codes of uf your truck with a short piece of wire or a paper clip.

http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16399

The plug should be at the bottom of the dash there by your knee

I vote with DieselCash - Sure sounds like PMD - Which will be an FSD once it's off the pump.
I hope folks post the pros & cons of mounting the FSD in the cab. Seems like a perfect place to me... But I don't really know.

If you still have a few coins left after all the mods you're doing - A set of good gauges is not only cool, but help keep you informed on your beast's condition. Probably the best addition you can have for your truck.

Thanks guys, Ill keep you posted
and ill post some pics of fsv in cab and overall truck

fsd

Hey Fellas,
Installed the new PMD/FSD, My truck runs better
BUT STILL THE SAME ON START UP
It turns over and revs a bit, then sputters and then stalls.
Then I turn it over and it runs rough and sputters for like 15 to 25 seconds.
Any Ideas.........I a bit worried
Thanks
Brad

I also noticed this morning that there was water leaking form somewhere . I saw it dripping down the frame in the passenger side wheel well. I am at work so i have not yet investigated.

I also just purchased a ops in hopes this will solve the problem