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Sent to Car Experts August 03, 2006 3:13 p.m.

I have a 1989 Ford Probe GT Turbo with 19,000 miles on it. A couple of months ago, it started "stuttering" upon acceleration, 1st gear being the worst. It felt like a clogged fuel line so I took it in and had the lines cleaned. Then the air intake hose became loose, eventually falling off, so I replaced that. However, it's still doing it When I press on the gas, it hesitates and as I said, stutters for a couple of seconds until I press on the gas harder. Then, it takes off and runs smoothly. I'm at my wits end. I know its a hard car to work on and most mechanics don't like it, but she's all I've got. I've taken excellent care of her, changing the oil regularly, etc. Just had her repainted and she's sweet. Can someone help with the problem? I sure would appreciate it. Thank you....Kayla

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1989 Ford Probe GT Turbo

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Customer (name blocked for privacy)

Status: Closed Value: $15

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August 03, 2006 3:35 p.m. (22 minutes and 50 seconds later)

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Hello

I would check the complete air intake system I had a turbo with problem on acceleration had bad motor mount ...then I found a bad air intake assembly broken in the middle and could not see at idle. It on the front of engine in between motor and radiator.

If this helps let me know or ask more questions I will help!!

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Sent August 03, 2006 5:30 p.m. (1 hour and 54 minutes later)

The motor mounts were mentioned once before. The mechanic I took it to was supposed to check everything, but I know he didn't. I was worried that it might have something to do with the turbo which would cost a small fortune to replace. Could the turbo have anything to do with it?

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August 03, 2006 5:34 p.m. (3 minutes and 54 seconds later)

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Hello

It could be but I would first check fuel pressure and check to see if ignition is ok. Check to see if turbo is creating boost pressure. A good mechanic will check before diagnosing turbo as bad.

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Sent August 03, 2006 5:38 p.m. (4 minutes and 32 seconds later)

Hi,

What is boost pressure? Is that what shows on the gauge in the dash?

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August 03, 2006 5:41 p.m. (3 minutes and 13 seconds later)

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Yes I forgot to ask how is the gage working it should change with rpm...you should watch when problem occurs also!!

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Sent August 03, 2006 5:48 p.m. (6 minutes and 59 seconds later)

I've watched the gauge upon acceleration and it works. But I haven't watched it when the problem occurs. I'll do that tomorrow. Thank you for your time :-)

Edited by Customer (name blocked for privacy) on August 3 2006 at 5:58pm

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