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I have a 1990 Sierra, Oldsmobile. We use it for a paper ...

Sent to Car Experts November 29 2005 at 10:15 AM
   

I have a 1990 Sierra, Oldsmobile. We use it for a paper route, so alot of start and stopping . The car runs good for about 45 mins. and after we deliver by start stopping, we have about 1/4 mile to go before the next stop. As I brake, the car dies on me and I can start it again, but as I put it in drive, it stalls. I then have to sit for about 5 - 10 min. before I start it and it will be fine again. It is fuel injected also.   We've changed the gas filter, gas line, and thermostat. Any ideas as to what is happening here?

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1990 Oldsmobile Sierra ?

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Replaced the thermostat, fuel filter, and fuel line

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November 29 2005 at 11:53 AM (1 hour and 38 minutes and 7 seconds later)
         
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You will need to have your fuel pressure checked first of all.If it has been a while I would advise changing plugs,wires ect. "general tune up" Get back with me if this does not resolve your problem.

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November 29 2005 at 12:36 PM (42 minutes and 46 seconds later)
         
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A experianced mechanic who is very familiar with these cars has suggested unplugging the lock-up converter on your transmission.This may be your problem.

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November 29 2005 at 12:45 PM (8 minutes and 58 seconds later)
         
I can't accept your answer until I talk with my husband about it. He will be home tomorrow morning.
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November 30 2005 at 1:04 PM (1 day later)
         
Reply to john's Post: Hi.....

My husband already did a general tune up and changed plugs, wires etc.
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November 30 2005 at 1:06 PM (1 minute and 59 seconds later)
         
Reply to john's Post: We will try this. It killed again at the exact same place of our paper route! Unbelieveable......I'll get back with you tomorrow to see if this works.
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