Thank you both for your responses, i will go through this. i had it put on the computer and i suppose i need to see the readings that were given. i am leaning toward oxygen sensor after speaking to others due to the blackening of the spark plugs also. it is the same model that is pictured. i have changed the fuel filter but have not checked vacuum lines. i will also look into these other sensors, the angle sensor seems like a good next place to look after i check oxygen sensor. there is a check engine light. thank you for the insight. i will be going through the sensors one by one and hope that this provides me the fix i am seeking.
Cai