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In park, the transmission is in neutral: very little "load" on the engine. In drive, the engine is loaded somewhat by being in gear. Therefore, any engine performance issues will be exaggerated. Of coarse, engine performance issues could mean just about anything!
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1988 Chevy truck wont idle and stalls when put it in drive but will run if you hold the gas down in park i put new fuel pump on plugs and wires and cap.?
Carb needs curb idle adjusted or rebuild.
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