1989 Ford Thunderbird Engine really shakey?

Tiny
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Engine Mechanical problem
1989 Ford Thunderbird 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

The engine shakes like it wants to jump off the motor mounts. However, those are fine. When you rev it up shaking smoothes out some until it gets back down to about 1000 rpm's. HELP! Teenage son needs to get back to work and with my work schedule I can't keep taking him and picking him up. Thanks in advance for your help
Friday, April 23rd, 2010 AT 10:02 AM

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Tiny
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When was the last tune up?
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Friday, May 14th, 2010 AT 12:15 PM
Tiny
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About 7 months ago. New plugs, wires, distributor cap, rotor, air filter. Changed oil, and replaced oil filter. Flushed radiator and refilled with coolant.
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Friday, May 14th, 2010 AT 2:27 PM
Tiny
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First, sorry it took so long to get back to you. I'm dealing with an ill father. Regardless, if it smooths out when you rev the engine, I have a few things to check. First, it sounds like it is dumping too much fuel at an idle and causing it to miss. It could be a sticking fuel injector or a bad fuel pressure regulator. I will need you to check fuel pump pressure. It isn't hard, but you will need a fuel pressure gauge. Most parts stores will lend or rent them to you. You will be checking for how much pressure the pump produces, how quickly the pressure drops when the key is shut, and the regulator itself. Here is a how to video and directions that will guide you. It isn't hard to do. If you run into trouble, let me know. Also, let me know if the check engine light has come on.

https://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_check_fuel_pressure.htm

Joe
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Saturday, May 15th, 2010 AT 10:25 PM

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