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72MARIO · 03-27-2002, 10:53 PM

I know it off topic but I know that you guys can help. Oky its super hard to push what could the problem be I cleaned the bracket on the fire wall but it didnt help ayt all . Could it be somthing in the carb? thanks if you guys could help!

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Filled stake pockets minor smoothing to fire wall and Frame shortened.posible idea of ash tray into cup holder?

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*Gee_Emm* · 03-27-2002, 11:05 PM

When I first took my 84 s-blazer for a test drive I found that too. I got used to it after a while though. It had 2 throttle return springs on it. One inside of the other.

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72MARIO · 03-27-2002, 11:08 PM

it has gotten really bad latley it omost sucks to have to drive it anywhere getting worse day by day

*Gee_Emm* · 03-27-2002, 11:13 PM

Hmm now that I think about it it sounds more like the gas saver option :P The harder to push the less you will push it

PanelDeland · 03-27-2002, 11:14 PM

Sounds like the linkage has a spot where it is binding up.It could be grit a dirt if it is a cable.If it's an automatic it could also be the kickdown linkage for the tranny.

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72MARIO · 03-27-2002, 11:18 PM

Its kinda fun doing crazy fish tails on dry pavement when you leave high school espically in a BURBAN you dont see that every day. Cost me about 2 bucks every time though!!!!

72MARIO · 03-27-2002, 11:19 PM

I will check that out tonight and see if thats what the prob is. thanks !

Duallie · 03-28-2002, 02:22 AM

I'm guessing you have poor grounds to the engine. Every time you start the engine, some of the ground path is through the accellerator cable, causing it to arc inside and therefore increasingly difficult to slide.
Or sombody has been near your carburetor and reinstalled the spring(s) farther away from the pivot.

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Duallie · 03-28-2002, 02:24 AM

Hey! I just noticed its an '87, so it will have TBI instead of a carb.

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O'l Buck · 03-28-2002, 12:17 PM

I'm thinkin' frayed cable. Bad grounds will do that too, but it should also have a problem with decel as the cable should stick in either direction.

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72MARIO · 03-28-2002, 03:24 PM

the gas pedal is just super hard to push it does not stick when you let off the gas

CoryM · 03-28-2002, 05:20 PM

First grab the throttle plate and pull it open, if it binds something in throttle body is binding. If its smooth disconnect the cable at the throttle body, then try pushing the pedal in if its still stiff then the cable or pedal is binding. If it moves easy, take a look at your engine mounts, Ive seen where the engine twists enough to bind up the cable. Older linkage styles are real bad for that.
Good Luck.
CoryM

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03-27-2002, 10:53 PM	#1
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,052	Gas Pedal Super Hard In 87 Burb I know it off topic but I know that you guys can help. Oky its super hard to push what could the problem be I cleaned the bracket on the fire wall but it didnt help ayt all . Could it be somthing in the carb? thanks if you guys could help! ------------------ 72 Chevy 350 1\2 leaf springs soon to have ps, pb, 700R 2/4 drop , 88-94 bench ,67 front clip ,Blazer tank flip down tail light gas filler Filled stake pockets minor smoothing to fire wall and Frame shortened.posible idea of ash tray into cup holder? [This message has been edited by 72MARIO (edited March 27, 2002).] __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

03-27-2002, 11:08 PM	#3
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,052	it has gotten really bad latley it omost sucks to have to drive it anywhere getting worse day by day __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

03-27-2002, 11:14 PM	#5
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Sounds like the linkage has a spot where it is binding up.It could be grit a dirt if it is a cable.If it's an automatic it could also be the kickdown linkage for the tranny. ------------------ Deland does Chevys 68Chevy panel(LIZ) "A man and his truck,it's a beautiful thing" "I have the body of a god,unfortunately it's Budda" [This message has been edited by PanelDeland (edited March 27, 2002).] __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

03-27-2002, 11:18 PM	#6
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,052	Its kinda fun doing crazy fish tails on dry pavement when you leave high school espically in a BURBAN you dont see that every day. Cost me about 2 bucks every time though!!!! __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

03-27-2002, 11:19 PM	#7
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,052	I will check that out tonight and see if thats what the prob is. thanks ! __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

03-27-2002, 11:05 PM	#2
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,002	When I first took my 84 s-blazer for a test drive I found that too. I got used to it after a while though. It had 2 throttle return springs on it. One inside of the other. ------------------ 1969 Chevrolet Custom Camper 20 350/400 70k original miles They have the Internet on Computers now? --Homer Simpson Gee_Emm's Page Help me get my truck on a soda bottle!!!!!

03-27-2002, 11:13 PM	#4
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,002	Hmm now that I think about it it sounds more like the gas saver option :P The harder to push the less you will push it

03-28-2002, 02:22 AM	#8
Duallie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Nikiski, Alaska Posts: 477	I'm guessing you have poor grounds to the engine. Every time you start the engine, some of the ground path is through the accellerator cable, causing it to arc inside and therefore increasingly difficult to slide. Or sombody has been near your carburetor and reinstalled the spring(s) farther away from the pivot. ------------------ Just as if I knew what I was doin' __________________ Just as if I knew what I was doin'

03-28-2002, 02:24 AM	#9
Duallie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Nikiski, Alaska Posts: 477	Hey! I just noticed its an '87, so it will have TBI instead of a carb. ------------------ Just as if I knew what I was doin' __________________ Just as if I knew what I was doin'

03-28-2002, 12:17 PM	#10
O'l Buck Recovering Truck Driver Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orleans, NE USA Posts: 1,883	I'm thinkin' frayed cable. Bad grounds will do that too, but it should also have a problem with decel as the cable should stick in either direction. ------------------ '72 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 shortbox stepside 350/350auto on '84 ralleys and 31/10.5s 67 Cutlass convertible 330, 3spd stick 90 GMC Jimmy 350/auto Chad Stephens Orleans,NE __________________ 67 K-20 350, SM465, Eaton rear, 4.56 no spin option 00 Dodge 2500 4x4, 24V cummins, 5 speed Chad South Central Nebraska

03-28-2002, 03:24 PM	#11
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,052	the gas pedal is just super hard to push it does not stick when you let off the gas __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

03-28-2002, 05:20 PM	#12
CoryM Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Surrey, B.C. , Canada Posts: 874	First grab the throttle plate and pull it open, if it binds something in throttle body is binding. If its smooth disconnect the cable at the throttle body, then try pushing the pedal in if its still stiff then the cable or pedal is binding. If it moves easy, take a look at your engine mounts, Ive seen where the engine twists enough to bind up the cable. Older linkage styles are real bad for that. Good Luck. CoryM ------------------ 1970 heavy duty C-10 fleetside sport truck. Vancouver B.C. Canada http://www.geocities.com/chevroletc1070 "Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high." Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, Canadian Army __________________ 1970 heavy duty C-10 fleetside sport truck. Vancouver B.C. Canada http://www.geocities.com/chevroletc1070 "Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high." Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, Canadian Army



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