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Poor acceleration can be tagged to one or more of the following
1. Closed loop (DTC) mode "is there a check engine light on?"
2. Restricted exhaust "cataylitic converter plugged"
3. Vacuum leaks "check ALL lines, especially on the thunderbirds"
4. Fuel injectors worn or leaking.
5. Low compression "have a wet/dry test performed" to determine overall engine health.
6. TEENAGERS DRIVING YOUR BIRD TO THE GROUND ?
7. Restricted Airflow "check air filter, replace as needed"
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