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94 blazer help

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Old 11-30-2012, 09:03 AM
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so my truck won't get past 55mph and starts bucking and not getting power, same on steep hills. i was told i need a new egr to fix it, but i want to make sure since its going to cost around 200$ i do sometimes get past 55mph but its rare that happens
 
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Old 11-30-2012, 11:01 PM
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Could be a lift pump or fuel pressure issue?
 
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Old 12-01-2012, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by aayers
so my truck won't get past 55mph and starts bucking and not getting power, same on steep hills. i was told i need a new egr to fix it, but i want to make sure since its going to cost around 200$ i do sometimes get past 55mph but its rare that happens
What motor you got in your 94 Blazer ?
 
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Old 12-02-2012, 08:08 PM
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its a 6.5l turbo diesel
 
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Old 12-02-2012, 08:20 PM
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Have you changed fuel and air filters ?
 
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Old 12-03-2012, 06:04 AM
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the fuel filter looks brand new but i was thinking of replacing it anyways (recommended filter?) also i don't think the air filter has been replaced
 
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Old 12-03-2012, 05:27 PM
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Well I would start there, Baldwin and Wix are both decent filters
 
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