1991 Chevy Silverado does run right when warm

145,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TOM61802
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truck runs good when cold but as soon as it warms up it sputters and wants to die when you press on gas
Jun 17, 2010 at 3:34 AM
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02REDCAMARO
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You don't say what you've done so far, but I had a similar problem that I just solved with a 02 v6 Camaro.
Replace fuel filter if you haven't. Replace spark plugs and wires if old. My problem was a clogged cat converter, which caused my engine to run hotter than normal, and my ignition coils gave out. Ran fine when cold, horrible when hot, especially with A/C on and passengers and rpm around 1500. Coils tested fine with ohm meter but that doesn't mean they are still good. Resistance rises when temp goes up.
Jun 20, 2010 at 9:48 AM
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TOM61802
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truck doesnt over heat only goes to first line. new fuel pum new filter plugs wires. will try converter.
Jun 20, 2010 at 11:07 AM
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02REDCAMARO
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My car wasn't overheating, but I did notice that it was running slightly hotter than normal, coolant temp
a little higher, oil pressure a little lower, indicates that engine is running hotter than normal, but not overheating.
Jun 24, 2010 at 11:53 AM
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