Auto Parts: 93 GMC pickup fuel pump replacement, gmc pickup, pep boys

Question
I recently replaced my fuel pump (3-4 months ago) in my 93 GMC K2500 with a 350 engine. It is acting up again. Brief and sudden loss of power when accelerating. I experienced the similar conditions just before the fuel pump went out last time. Is there other components that need to be replaced at the same time the fuel pump is replaced that might be causing the fuel pump to malfunction?

Answer
Hi Rusty,

The fuel filter should be changed when the pump is replaced and the regulator should be checked and replaced if needed also.

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