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Old 08-17-2009, 09:41 AM
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Newbie here.... I recently bought a 1995 K1500 with 124,000, pretty clean and seems to be well taken care of. It looks like the previous owner replace the rotor cap, rotor, plug wires. I just replace the ignition module, the spark plugs and a fuel filter.

The problem that I am have is that in overdrive, running about 65 or 70mph, when I apply just a little bit of gas , it starts to hiccup and backfire. If I continue to press the gas, the problem tends to somewhat go away. It is not throwing any codes. Any suggestions.
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Old 08-17-2009, 09:56 AM
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Start by inspecting the TBI. Look for black sludge and carbon build up. Use carb cleaner to wash it down while it is running.
 
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Old 08-17-2009, 10:19 AM
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I will try this.
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Old 08-17-2009, 10:32 AM
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also double check your timing and make sure your plug wires are on all the way
 
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Old 08-17-2009, 03:16 PM
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OK
Sprayed a half a can of carb. cleaner in at all direction, and it is all clean and pretty now.

That 's wasn't it.
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Checked plug wires they seemed well seated.
Thy look new, however I am not sure how old thy are.
Apparently , I do not own a timing light any more.

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Any other thought's?

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Old 08-17-2009, 04:57 PM
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Ok. I had a GM car that did this. I checked everything. Could not figure it out until I had the coil pack checked. IT had a 2 piece ignition module and coil pack. Somehow it was grounding out on a light load. So you might wanna check all the ignition. Even check the TPS(throttle position sensor). Here is a how to with a multimeter...
 
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Old 08-17-2009, 08:53 PM
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good call ruffneck4lyfe I forgot about the coil packs
 
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Old 08-18-2009, 10:06 PM
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Coil: yes, sounds right. I will let you know.
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Old 09-02-2009, 12:38 PM
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OK, New Ignition module, new coil, new TPS.
Could it be a EGR, Intake gasget, other. How do I check this things.
 
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Old 09-02-2009, 09:48 PM
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Alright lets look at mechanical. Take your valve covers off and check for a broken spring or bad rocker arm.
 


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