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944 didn't pass smog.. seeking shop in Los Angeles
I am told that it likely needs a new o2 sensor. Looking for a recommendation for a shop in Los Angeles or Pasadena that knows what they are doing. Thank you for any referrals.
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11-29-2005, 07:53 PM
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I know you posted looking for a shop in the Pasadena/LA area but if it's not too far of a drive for you there is a phenomenal Porsche guy is San Clemente, Ca in South Orange County....
His prices and Porsche experience are WELL worth the drive..... Klinks Auto Repair, Carlos Jr. is the guy your looking for..... (949) 492-8915 (If I remember correctly) Carlos has worked on every one of my 911's, he built a concourse worthy 944, I mean the guy knows his stuff.......Like I said, WELL worth the drive and he has extremely reasonable rates.... Good Luck |
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12-05-2005, 01:50 PM
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what are the numbers on your smog?
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12-05-2005, 02:47 PM
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the o2 sensor is incredibly easy to replace/upgrade by yourself with a socket set, screwdriver, and wire cutters;
http://www.clarks-garage.com/shop-manual/fuel-18.htm
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01-12-2006, 04:14 PM
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And about 200 bucks.
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02-11-2006, 05:43 AM
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get a generic one for between 25 and 50 dollars
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02-11-2006, 07:01 AM
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Yea you can do that if you don't mind splicing the wires. . . Your choice I guess.
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02-11-2006, 09:37 AM
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the bosch universal sensor is identical to the porsche factory unit, the only difference is the plastic connector. if you want to pay $150 for a plastic connector, you can pay me $100 and i'll make one for you.
or you can do it yourself in under 5 minutes with nothing more than pliers; http://www.clarks-garage.com/shop-manual/fuel-18.htm using this complete part; http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductDetail.aspx?mfrcode=BOS&mfrpartnumber=15726
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02-11-2006, 11:35 AM
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my point exactly.
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02-11-2006, 06:22 PM
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Or you can just junk the whole mess and get a TEC-3r.
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02-15-2006, 04:38 PM
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I just changed my O2 sensor yesterday. The Bosch 15726 is an easy replace with the OEM O2 sensor. The only difficult parts were unscrewing the old sensor and pulling (uninstalling)/feeding (reinstalling) the sensor wire from behind the intake to the downpipe.
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02-19-2006, 07:29 PM
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i've found this easy to do if you;
1) unplug the original sensor connector and let it drop down. 2) unscrew the original sensor and remove. 3) cut the original connector/wire and connect it to the replacement sensor. 4) plug the original connector (now connected to the new sensor) and let the new sensor drop down and hang by the wire. 5) now it should be simple to grab the sensor from the bottom and screw it in. 6) zip-tie/clean up the loose wiring above when done.
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