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1987 GMC R3500 7.4L Hesitation, Cuts out, Misfire, Retards Timing
Posted to GM Driveability on 3/31/2003 10 Replies

HI ALL--With the EST bypass connected computer retards ignition timing. We have to mechanically advance the timing to get the vehicle to run. Vehicle does not use knock sensor or EST module. Please help I'm loosing my hair.

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car Vehicle Data

1987 GMC R3500

VIN 1GDHR3YN6H
Engine7.4 L / 8 cyl / GAS
Trans3-speed Automatic
DeliveryFI / TBI
EmissionsUS Fed emissions
SymptomsHesitation, Cuts Out, Misfire, Retards Timing
OccursAlways
Misc.Sierra/ Tow Truck
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car Vehicle Data

1987 GMC R3500

VIN 1GDHR3YN6H
Engine7.4 L / 8 cyl / GAS
Trans3-speed Automatic
DeliveryFI / TBI
EmissionsUS Fed emissions
SymptomsHesitation, Cuts Out, Misfire, Retards Timing
OccursAlways
Misc.Sierra/ Tow Truck