Recent content by Richie D

Aha... makes a lot of sense. I've noticed a little bit of smoke starting to happen during start up even before this, so the glow plugs could have been on the way out before this problem happened? I'll be tackling that job this weekend. Will let you know how it goes...

I have checked the battery (I'm an electrician by trade and have experience with auto-electrical) and it's ok. I'll double check it in the morning to compare the voltage. I think if the battery was on it's way out it wouldn't start at all. It's definitely something to do with cold starting so...

Thanks for the ideas so far... confirms what I think - it's electrical. I'll check the battery with a meter and also double check all the terminals and earths. It cranks fine.

Hey guys, I've been reading a number of threads on this issue but can't find one with the exact same symptoms: I have a 2006 Navara St-R with 200K. It had been starting fine then suddenly would not start. I was able to clutch start it then switched it off after running for about 30 seconds then...