Not accelerating properly and intermittent not idling issue?

1995 FORD F-150
212,500 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BOBBYB69
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Hey y'all, pray all are well. My truck has a new engine after number 4 piston skirt broke. I still have acceleration issues. When I'm driving and try to give it gas it won't respond unless I press the foot pedal down slowly or press it down fast and release it and it seems to get past the dead spot and runs good. It seems to be worse when cold but not always. Also, when idling it will drop to 500 RPMs and act like it's going to shut off. Every time it happens the bad part??? Corrects itself and idles properly. I have bought two TPS and IAC parts but did not fix it. Like right now I am idling, and it is fine then all of the sudden it acts up again. Have new EGR also. It seems to act up a little less when I use the A/C. My mileage has dropped from 15+ mpg to 10-12 mpg or less because of this. As always Thanks so much, BOBBYB
Jul 31, 2023 at 4:59 AM
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STRAILER
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The symptoms you described could be caused by several factors, and it's essential to diagnose the problem accurately to address it properly.

Let's run the codes to see what comes up, please follow this guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ford-lincoln-mercury-obd1-1995-and-earlier-diagnostic-trouble-code-definition-and-retrieval

aND

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

Fuel System Issues: Problems with the fuel delivery system, such as a clogged fuel filter or a malfunctioning fuel pressure regulator, can affect engine performance.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator


Please go over these guides and get back to us.

Aug 1, 2023 at 3:29 AM
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BOBBYB69
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Forgot to inform y'all. I re-gapped the spark plugs and replaced the fuel regulator. After a short test drive, it seems better. Tomorrow I will be able to tell, I'm driving from Colorado Springs to Denver for a job.
Aug 3, 2023 at 1:58 PM
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STRAILER
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Sounds good, it still might be a fuel pump you might want to change out the fuel filter. Here is a generic guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-a-fuel-filter

And this video will help as well:

https://youtu.be/Boi0DPXVHbM

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
Aug 4, 2023 at 4:56 AM
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