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i had the same problem with a 1991 Ford Taurus. the fuel pump is bad. the tank acks like a heat sync and vaporlocks the lines. if yu put a pressure gauge on it i bet u are only running at about 30psi and should be at 40+-. changing the fuel pump should cure this problem.

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Q: Why do your car shut down after it gets hot?
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