1988 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Chokes off while accelerating

Tiny
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  • 1988 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88
  • 139,000 MILES
Hello it's me again: 1988 Delta 88. Idling the car runs great! But when I go to accelerate the car will choke off. I check the plugs and wires and they are fine. What could be my problem? And how to I fix it? Thank you!
Saturday, July 20th, 2013 AT 4:03 AM

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Tiny
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Scan for codes and check fuel pressure first.
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Saturday, July 20th, 2013 AT 5:56 AM
Tiny
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It's the fuel pump, gotta get that replaced. Thank you for your help
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Saturday, July 20th, 2013 AT 9:39 AM
Tiny
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Hello again: I'm still having trouble with my car. The motor will turn over but not start. When I turn the switch on I hear the fuel pump engaging. But the car doesn't start. I checked all relays and fuses and they are good. Should I change the fuel regulator or the fuel pump? P.S. I did notice after trying to start the car a few times I did smell a faint hint of gas/fuel. Should that be a concern?

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Friday, July 26th, 2013 AT 5:52 AM
Tiny
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Do what I said in the first reply check fuel with a gauge to fuel rail
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Friday, July 26th, 2013 AT 6:30 AM
Tiny
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Ok will do thank you!
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Friday, July 26th, 2013 AT 6:51 AM
Tiny
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Ok first let me thank for your patience with me (Thank you!) Got the car running it idles great, but when I try to accelerate I have no power. Please tell me what my problem could be. Thank you again!
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Saturday, July 27th, 2013 AT 4:29 AM
Tiny
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I've given you info on what to do with no reply as to what the codes or specs are as far as fuel pumpressure. Evidently you don't understand so have a pro look at it where it can be diagnosed properly
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Saturday, July 27th, 2013 AT 4:53 AM

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