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1987 G20
It just seems harder than it should be. Any ideas?? Thanks.

Have you checked the linkage ? Maybe try spraying the links with PB blaster or WD-40

I agree....check the linkage and spray some lube. I had the same issue

Man there are two "Good" jokes here; but I won't go there.

Rusty is never around when you need him !

That's what she said.

oOh No You Didn't !

87 may have a throttle cable rather than mechanical linkage

Okay, what is the linkage?? You mean a linkage attached to a carburetor??

Yours should have a cable from the pedal assembly to the carb. Older GM vehicles (early 70's and older, not sure when they switched to cable exactly) had a mechanical arm linkage assembly from the pedal to the carb. I had one that "stuck" sometimes causing me to do burnouts at the stoplights in front of my friends, luckily the cop was nice enough to let me off with a warning. Try lubricating everything, but also check the return spring on the carb as they can be swapped around for stiff or loose springs to suit your needs.