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1991 Chevrolet Cheyenne Repair Question


Topics covered: Compression, Engine, Four wheel drive.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on July 31, 2010

1991 Chevy Cheyenne engine

Engine Mechanical problem
1991 Chevy Cheyenne V8 Four Wheel Drive Manual 300000 miles

My truck won't stay running unless you keep your foot on the gas and when doing so its back firing and shooting flames from the fuel injectors
Avatar Asked by scottnalicia

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Replied on August 29, 2010

short each cylinder out by removing plug wires from plugs one at a time. When you find the offending cylinder check for compression, it may be either a bent/broken pushrod or valve spring/valve or burnt valve..

Tiny Answered by hmac300 (expert)
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