slow start 2005 350 mag horizon mpi

[SeaRenity]

I was wondering if anyone else has the same issue I have. 2005 350 mag horizon engine ( both engines the same issue) When I start them they turn over 4 or 5 times before starting when cold. If within the same day use you turn the key and they start up like a car. My normal procedure is to power up, listen for fuel relay to pressurize rail and then start. sometimes I have repeated this step twice and they appear to start quicker. Again, this is only cold when not been used for a few days. Dockmates have newer and older 7.4's and 8.1's and they turn the key and they start right up immediately.
Does anyone know what would cause this and am I alone with this issue? Both engines act the same, it drives me crazy!!

Thanks for any feedback
Rich

 

[Espos4]

I have a 2007 350 MAG and it starts the same way. Longer cranking time after sitting for a few days.
This topic came up 1-2 months ago and several people reported the same thing that we experience.

It is no concern to me, it falls into the “that’s the way it is” category.

 

[Espos4]

http://clubsearay.com/index.php?threads/350-mag-crank-up-time.94808/#post-1082661

 

[bbwhitejr]

Had an ‘06 260DA with the 350 mag....same exact thing....my Cummins 8.3L diesels start faster.....

Bennett

 

[SeaRenity]

Does anyone have any idea why???
Rich