Notices
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks 1987 - 1996 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350 and larger pickups - including the 1997 heavy-duty F250/F350+ trucks

No check engine codes

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 5, 2012 | 02:52 PM
  #1  
allen23923's Avatar
allen23923
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 58
Likes: 0
From: moonshine va
No check engine codes

Cleaned egr sensor and idle air sensor and still truck is stumbling say after i slow down or stop and start to accerate it will stumble not back fire.
I have a fuel tank issue that going to be fixed soon back tank has a hole in top ( going to replace tank and sending unit with pump and strainer ), front tank pump is bad going to replace that one when i pull the bed too .New fuel filter is on now and going to replace again when i replace tanks and all
Now what would cause engine or trans to stumble is the problem i cant figure out plus fuel mileage suckkkkkkkkkks big time and no check engine light ?


1988 f150
302 efi aod trans 4x4
133,000 miles
 
Reply
Old Feb 5, 2012 | 03:15 PM
  #2  
Conanski's Avatar
Conanski
FTE Legend
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Community Builder
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 31,930
Likes: 1,499
From: Ottawa, Ontario
Vacuum leaks are the common cause of an off idle stumble, and on an old truck the prime suspct is the juice can(vacuum resovoir) on the passenger inner fender. I suggest you take it off and inspect the bottom.. it often rusts out there, and if it does have holes in it replace with a plastic resovoir from a newer truck. The next big culprit are the vacuum lines themselves, it should be obvious if they are broken but sometimes they split too, and last of all is the brake booster, sometimes they leak but not in a way that affects the brakes... just the vacuum signal.
 
Reply
Old Feb 5, 2012 | 03:30 PM
  #3  
tjc transport's Avatar
tjc transport
i ain't rite
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 65,558
Likes: 5,590
From: Marlboro Mental Hospital.
Club FTE Gold Member
another common problem is if someone put those fancy platinum spark plugs in the engine.
these engines will not run on them.
just because they cost more does not mean they are better.
you need good old cheap motorcraft or autolite copper core spark plugs.
 
Reply
Old Feb 5, 2012 | 04:39 PM
  #4  
allen23923's Avatar
allen23923
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 58
Likes: 0
From: moonshine va
Originally Posted by tjc transport
another common problem is if someone put those fancy platinum spark plugs in the engine.
these engines will not run on them.
just because they cost more does not mean they are better.
you need good old cheap motorcraft or autolite copper core spark plugs.
Ive got the cheap autolite coppercore thanks
 
Reply
Old Feb 6, 2012 | 06:28 PM
  #5  
allen23923's Avatar
allen23923
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 58
Likes: 0
From: moonshine va
Originally Posted by Conanski
Vacuum leaks are the common cause of an off idle stumble, and on an old truck the prime suspct is the juice can(vacuum resovoir) on the passenger inner fender. I suggest you take it off and inspect the bottom.. it often rusts out there, and if it does have holes in it replace with a plastic resovoir from a newer truck. The next big culprit are the vacuum lines themselves, it should be obvious if they are broken but sometimes they split too, and last of all is the brake booster, sometimes they leak but not in a way that affects the brakes... just the vacuum signal.
What size is that plastic vacuum line 5/32? i may just replace all of them and canister because it has been repaired with sometype of dope
 
Reply
Old Feb 6, 2012 | 06:30 PM
  #6  
allen23923's Avatar
allen23923
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 58
Likes: 0
From: moonshine va
Originally Posted by Conanski
Vacuum leaks are the common cause of an off idle stumble, and on an old truck the prime suspct is the juice can(vacuum resovoir) on the passenger inner fender. I suggest you take it off and inspect the bottom.. it often rusts out there, and if it does have holes in it replace with a plastic resovoir from a newer truck. The next big culprit are the vacuum lines themselves, it should be obvious if they are broken but sometimes they split too, and last of all is the brake booster, sometimes they leak but not in a way that affects the brakes... just the vacuum signal.
What size is that plastic vacuum line 5/32 ? I may just replace them all and canister it has beeen repaired with some type dope ..
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
animator
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
101
Jan 3, 2023 10:34 AM
rickm15752
1968-Present E-Series Van/Cutaway/Chassis
2
Jul 4, 2013 02:32 PM
boots6868
1997 - 2003 F150
4
Dec 22, 2010 09:48 AM
b69bama69
1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series
12
Nov 28, 2006 01:46 PM
developer
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
12
Feb 22, 2005 02:53 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:36 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE