Odd Throttle Cut out

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originalyunique95
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Howdy there, got a little issue. When I'm driving and hit a pretty good sized bump, my throttle will cut out for a second and then itll bog a bit and come back on. Im not sure what it is thats causing this, if theres anyone that knows or can help I'd much appreciate it!


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Gabes13
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Lol that could be anything. Check your sensor connections though; Sounds like some iffy wiring.

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originalyunique95
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alright, yeah im guessin it could be a bad ground.

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allenms240
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Should pull out the fuel pump hat and take a gander in the tank, make sure everything is secure. Could be that when you hit a bump, the fuel splashes and the fuel pump only gets air. Does it do this on a full tank?

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originalyunique95
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Well its kinda full my floater is a lil off cuz its got a 255 walbro, so like the gauge will go down after awhile but its got around 150 miles on the tank.

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originalyunique95
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I took the car to Auto Zone to check the codes and it said i have a knock sensor wire off. So would that be a loose wire that causes me too bog down when i hit bumps? And where would that sensor be?

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costa_rican13
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the knock sensor is between the middle of the intake manifold on the middle of the head. it is a major bish to get to due lack of cramped space. its a little smaller than a half dollar coin and is black with a bolt that goes through it. you cant miss it.

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originalyunique95
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Yeah your right its in there pretty tight, do i have to take of the manifold to get to it, because that seems like the only way to get to it. Or is there an easier way?

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costa_rican13
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No you can use a swivel socket, some extensions, and a ratchet.

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originalyunique95
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alright phew lol. thanks again man

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costa_rican13
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you might wanna try going in from the middle with those tools. other wise a super small wrench is your best friend plus icey hot.

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originalyunique95
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Ohh okay, and icey hot sounds like it'll come in handy lol


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