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Will not start without giving gas

Tiny
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  • 1988 CHEVROLET BLAZER
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 186,000 MILES
Truck won't start or idle without first giving it gas, 350 TBI, just started this problem recently, once the truck is running there are no problems. I used to be able to reach into the window and turn the key and it would fire. Now I have to play with the gas pedal so it will idle. Opinions on the problem?
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Sunday, January 6th, 2019 AT 7:51 AM

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Tiny
DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

It's possible your two fuel injectors may be clogged or you might also have low fuel pressure.I would suggest first checking your fuel pressure.If you don't have access to a pressure tester your local auto parts stores have a tool loaner program and can rent you one.Here is a tutorial showing what is involved:

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

The specification for your truck is 10-13 P.S.I. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
Danny-
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Sunday, January 6th, 2019 AT 7:35 PM

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