New o2 sensor, cut muffler off. After 8 miles surging and stalling. New fuel pump when i push on the gas powers through it sometimes.
Dec 9, 2022 at 6:18 AM
Stall / Backfire?
1995 DODGE RAM
OLLIE2022
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Catalytic converter clogged?
Dec 9, 2022 at 6:29 AM
Hi,
A plugged converter can cause this type of issue, but it usually happens at all times.
Since you indicated the catalytic converter as a possible issue, remove the oxygen sensors before the converter and see if it runs better. It won't be perfect, but if the converter is clogged, you will notice a difference with a release point.
Additionally, often times you will notice an odd odor from the exhaust and the sound will change because of an airflow restriction.
Take a look through this link and let me know if anything mirrors what you are experiencing:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bad-catalytic-converter-symptoms
Also, I believe this vehicle still used the OBD1 system, so let's see if there are any diagnostic trouble codes related. You don't need a scanner to identify codes. Follow the directions in this link and let me know what you find:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/retrieve-trouble-codes-for-chrysler-dodge-plymouth-odb1-1995-and-earlier-car-mini-van-and-light-trucks
Take care,
joe
A plugged converter can cause this type of issue, but it usually happens at all times.
Since you indicated the catalytic converter as a possible issue, remove the oxygen sensors before the converter and see if it runs better. It won't be perfect, but if the converter is clogged, you will notice a difference with a release point.
Additionally, often times you will notice an odd odor from the exhaust and the sound will change because of an airflow restriction.
Take a look through this link and let me know if anything mirrors what you are experiencing:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bad-catalytic-converter-symptoms
Also, I believe this vehicle still used the OBD1 system, so let's see if there are any diagnostic trouble codes related. You don't need a scanner to identify codes. Follow the directions in this link and let me know what you find:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/retrieve-trouble-codes-for-chrysler-dodge-plymouth-odb1-1995-and-earlier-car-mini-van-and-light-trucks
Take care,
joe
Dec 9, 2022 at 2:33 PM
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