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Old Nov 30, 2011 | 09:29 PM
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Well, it seems as though I may be running into a financial issue now. So the question is now more of any ideas what may be causing my problem?

My truck has had this issue for a while and I have taken it to three shops, two independent and then got fed up and took it to the dealer because nobody has had an answer. It is back at the dealer now after I got it back for two hours this afternoon and the issue is still there.

THE ISSUE-

My truck hesitates. When first started and I back out of my driveway, I then proceed to switch it to drive and when I hit the gas, the truck is sluggish for a solid 4-5 seconds then opens up like my foot is full throttle. Then once it happens the original time, it does not happen until I stop, let it rest for about 30 minutes (depending on how long I drove it before) and then start it again. It is not just when I back out, it could be when I start it and drive immediately it does it as well.

Parts that have been replaced due to this reoccurring issue--
MAF
Spark Plugs
Oxygen Sensor
Catalytic Converter
Throttle Body
Throttle Body Cable

There may be more but off of the top of my head, these are the most recent that have been replaced.

I am just trying to be able to enjoy my truck and I love it when she drives well, but lately I have been a little peeved. Please let me know any ideas you may have of what it could be, I want my truck back finally.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2011 | 06:57 PM
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Just guessing. You might try the temp sensor and the TPS.
Not sure if it will fix any thing but not to expensive.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2011 | 08:45 PM
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get a fuel gauge and check fuel pressure at the rail.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2011 | 08:57 PM
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Both were done today, and nothing out of the ordinary came back from it. Any other ideas?
 
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