When accelerating to pass the motor stumbles or hesitates and almost shuts off?

Tiny
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  • 1990 GMC TRUCK
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 263,200 MILES
Recently I got my truck listed above running again after sitting for a while and after replacing all the fuel components in the tank. The truck was running great then all of a sudden when you go to step on gas to pass motor stumbles or hesitates and almost shuts off. However, if you ease into the gas, it runs fine. I have replaced vacuum lines on throttle body, and MAP sensor. Any suggestions? Thanks for any help.
Thursday, January 19th, 2023 AT 5:22 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

Your description sounds like it either has low fuel pressure or there is something restricting the pressure.

I realize you replaced nearly everything, but I would suggest checking pressure so we can eliminate that as a possible issue. It could be low for various reasons. On the other hand, it could be high due to a failing fuel pressure regulator.

Here is a link that explains in general how to test pressure:

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

Also, if you haven't already, check to see if there are any diagnostic trouble codes stored in the computer. The truck has an OBD1 system that doesn't require a scan tool to retrieve codes. All you will need is a short jumper wire or even a paper clip.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/buick-cadillac-chevy-gmc-oldsmobile-pontiac-gm-1983-1995-obd1-code-definitions-and-retrieval-method

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe
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Thursday, January 19th, 2023 AT 7:52 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for the answer. I plan on replacing the left injector and the two injector connectors this week to see if that will help.

Regards,
Charles Troublefield
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Friday, January 20th, 2023 AT 8:51 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

You are very welcome and thanks for the update. If possible, let me know if that takes care of the issue for you. I'm interested in knowing.

Take care,

Joe
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Friday, January 20th, 2023 AT 8:35 PM

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