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05-22-2010, 04:08 PM | #1 |
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Cleaning the front o2 sensor with FIRE
Alright, so I've searched and found that some people clean their front o2 sensors with a torch and burn off the built up carbon.
Has anyone done this and can testify that it will work? I don't want to spend $150 on a new one if I can clean mine, but I also want to be sure it's safe to do before I put a torch to my sensor.
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05-23-2010, 09:47 AM | #2 |
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I see EGT's of up to 1600°F. Will it work depends on how hot you get the sensor. I have done it a couple times on my wideband sensors to get alittle more life out of them.
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07-19-2010, 09:32 AM | #3 |
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Where are you finding a front o2 sensor for $150? I haven't found anything for my 02 WRX for under $230.00
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07-19-2010, 12:38 PM | #4 |
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I paid about $175. There are two dealers in my area and the price difference is amazing, so call around or try online.
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07-19-2010, 12:49 PM | #5 |
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So you got yours thru a Sube dealer?
The 2 parts suppliers locally (Auto Zone and O'Reilly) have them available special order online only and are both 230.00-231.00. I will check with the Subaru dealer in Columbia (MO). They are the nearest dealer @ about 40 miles away. |
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07-19-2010, 08:33 PM | #7 |
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I got mine for $150 from a website 2 years ago. It was a genuine Denso O2 sensor.
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07-21-2010, 05:50 AM | #8 |
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amazon has the denso sensor. i forget the part number but there is a thread here about it. or just search the amazon parts database.
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