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Truck is running rough. Changed intake gasket, brake booster, and put in new spark plugs. Truck runs good for a few miles then it runs rough again. What could this be?

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Do you have a check engine light on ? Is it cold when it runs good an then not when it warms up ? You need to have a diagnostic scan tool hooked up , check engine sensor data parameters .Have a pro diagnose it before replacing parts .ECT - engine coolant temp . sensor , mass air flow sensor , O2 sensors , also check fuel trims , if you know what those are . Fuel trims are a good diagnostic tool , is the PCM adding fuel for lean condition ., low fuel pressure ,plugged fuel filter , worn fuel pump etc... Or is the PCM subtracting fuel , leaking fuel injectors , bad fuel pressure regulator . What make , model an year vehicle ?

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I have a 1993 Oldsmobile 88. It dies when it comes to a complete stop but runs great while driving. Spark plugs were changed today. What else would it need?

try this simple test
put in drive k with the hand brake on only ( no foot brake )
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Looks like you covered just about everything outside the engine.
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