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Why does my 1989 Chevy truck bog down when accelerating?

I’ve noticed that accelerating sometimes bogs my 1989 Chevy truck down. It doesn’t seem like anything else is wrong, but what would be causing that?

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Abbey Orzech · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If your 1989 Chevy truck bogs down when accelerating, it could be because of a few reasons:
  • Low engine compression
  • Clogged air filter
  • Clogged fuel filter
  • Faulty fuel pump
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