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1998 Dodge Ram 2500 trouble starting under 70 degrees

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Old Aug 31, 2014 | 09:27 AM
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1998 Dodge Ram 2500 trouble starting under 70 degrees

Having trouble starting at any temperature under 70. I have no idea what it could be, please help. A little background on the truck. I inherited it a little over a year ago. 94000 miles, new batteries,runs great other than the cold start problem. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Old Sep 2, 2014 | 02:18 AM
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Try stepping on the fuel pedal......about 1/8 of full throttle.
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Old Sep 2, 2014 | 10:07 AM
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Yep, that first, then if it is still an issue, try and give us a little more background, it should start easily even without the grid heaters down to 20 degrees or less......

Also, for sure it is a 12 valve?
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Old Sep 6, 2014 | 09:53 PM
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Sorry did a little more searching and discovered that I have posted this in the wrong forum. Could the moderator please move this post to the 24-valve section.

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Model: Ram 2500
Make (Manufacturer): Dodge
Model year: 1998
Manufactured in: United States (North America)
Sequential number: 133069

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Body style: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Brake - front: Disc
Brake - rear: Drum
Brake system: 2-Wheel ABS | 4-Wheel ABS
Curb weight: 5794 lbs / 2633.6 kg
Driveline: 4WD
Engine type: 5.9L L6 OHV 24V TURBO DIESEL
Fuel tank: 35.00 gallon / 132.5 liter
Ground clearance: 7.90 in / 20.1 cm
Optional seating: 3
Overall height: 77.10 in / 195.8 cm
Overall length: 244.00 in / 619.8 cm
Overall width: 79.30 in / 201.4 cm
Standard seating: 6
Steering Type: Recirc
Tires: 245/75R16
Trim level: Quad Cab 8-ft. Bed 4WD
Turning Diameter: 51.30 ft / 15.6 m
Wheelbase: 154.70 in / 392.9 cm
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