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A 2000 Silverado 5.3 Vortec that is hard to start and misses on one side of the engine might have a problem with the coil pack or the spark plugs. It could also mean that the block is cracked if the engine is prone to overheating.

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Q: Why is a 2000 silverado 5.3 Vortec hard to start and the passenger side of the engine misses when it is started?
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