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Old Sep 6, 2013 | 02:07 AM
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I strongly suggest picking up a Haynes manual and following the troubleshooting steps. We are going to get into a lot of system testing and it would be worth it to have a reference to follow. It will save you thousands in unnecessary parts and repairs.
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by wde3477
Welcome to the site!

As Warlockk suggests, I too recommend a code scan. IMO, a code scan should be one of the very first things done during engine troubleshooting efforts.

With the info given, the throttle position sensor (TPS), the TFI module mounted outside the distributor, or the PIP module mounted inside the distributor are the leading suspects, IMO.

Between any fault codes that pop up, and the troubleshooting specs given in most shop manuals - should be able to narrow things down to the exact problem without shotgunning a wad of dollars into the mess.

Good luck, and keep us posted.
It's not reading any codes and the EGR valve seems OK No vacuum leaks . It jerks pretty hard and steady now, but it comes and goes thru periods where it stops jerking at times. In your opinion would it be worth the $100 risk to replace the distributor and module. Hate to blow any more money on it. If your sure this is my problem I'll replace it.
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 01:45 PM
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Clutch?
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Aktech
Clutch?
Clutch seems good. This thing is steady jerking man. Whatcha think
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 05:26 PM
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It's like it's cutting out for a second. It causes the jerk. But the motor doesn't miss idling I can rev it all day long no miss at all sounds great. It's crazy
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 08:20 PM
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Vss?
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Aktech
Vss?
Does my 88 have the vss?
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Old Sep 11, 2013 | 02:55 AM
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Don't mean this to sound condescending but when you say the EGR seems OK, did you test the system? Same with the TPS and IAC and the ignition module and coil. There are test procedures for these parts. That's why I recommend a shop manual. You just look up the symptom and it will tell you what to test and how. It will save you days of hassle and a ton of cash.
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Old Sep 11, 2013 | 10:02 AM
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Does my 88 have the vss?
I'm not sure. If it does it is on the rear axle,does it have rear abs?
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Old Sep 11, 2013 | 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Aktech

I'm not sure. If it does it is on the rear axle,does it have rear abs?
Yes it does have rear ABS. At least it says so on the dash
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