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04 GT running rich / loads up

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Old 01-06-2015, 12:46 PM
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Default 04 GT running rich / loads up

Runs fine during idle. Smooth. Problem is that it acts like it's dumping fuel and running on 6 cyl when you get in the gas (anything past 3k RPM). Plugged in to reader, and showing good MAF, o2, and CTS readings. I changed TB/plenum and intake about 8 months ago and added MIL eliminators, but this problem just started within the past week. I have disconnected battery and reset computer, but still having no luck. So, I'm going to stand here and scratch my head some more...
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Old 01-06-2015, 09:31 PM
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How old are the cops and plugs? It may not be able to burn all the fuel
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Old 01-12-2015, 12:11 PM
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Check the fuel pressure. Certain failures of the FRPS (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor) often do not throw a code. Pull the vacuum line from the FRPS and check for raw fuel smell indicating the diaphragm id leaking...
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