1992 Chevy Silverado acceleration

1992 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
244,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CCNANCE
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When giving the truck gas it goes good, but when trying to accelerate quickly the engine revs up but it doesn't take off. So I have to let off the gas and take off at a slower pace. What could make it do this?
Aug 25, 2010 at 12:49 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Hi ccnance, Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation

Sounds like the transmission is slipping-check fluid level and condition if okay test the throttle position sensor
Aug 25, 2010 at 9:39 AM
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