So we have to get the state inspection done on my car, and because of the CEL it would fail. So we went to Advance... All they had were Bosch Oxygen sensors in all the stores within 100 miles (ugh). So ended up getting them. Made in USA. The rear O2 sensor has never been changed, so I'm hoping changing it will keep the CEL for Catalyst efficiency off. The only thing I'm concerned with is that I hear lots of stuff about bosch products, O2 sensors included, not all of it good. I replaced both o2 sensors. Anyone have past experience with them?
Used bosch O2 sensors
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Well hopefully it will last. If I have to replace the pre-cat O2 it won't be as big of a deal, for only $20 apiece. When I had the post cat out, I shook the cat, and there was a rattling sound inside, like little pebbles or something were inside. I was hoping this is just loose carbon. Now, I'm guessing not. Right?
Originally Posted By: Nick R
Well hopefully it will last. If I have to replace the pre-cat O2 it won't be as big of a deal, for only $20 apiece. When I had the post cat out, I shook the cat, and there was a rattling sound inside, like little pebbles or something were inside. I was hoping this is just loose carbon. Now, I'm guessing not. Right?
No, cat is bad. Sorry man.
Well hopefully it will last. If I have to replace the pre-cat O2 it won't be as big of a deal, for only $20 apiece. When I had the post cat out, I shook the cat, and there was a rattling sound inside, like little pebbles or something were inside. I was hoping this is just loose carbon. Now, I'm guessing not. Right?
No, cat is bad. Sorry man.
I had one bad experience with Bosch Platinum 4 plugs.On my 1.8lt. Prizm I was getting 15mpg,I replaced the brand new pricey Bosch plugs with factory recommended cheapest simplest NGK plugs, I started getting 35mpg.
I would get NGK sensors instead.Try rock auto.
I would get NGK sensors instead.Try rock auto.
Originally Posted By: beast3300
Originally Posted By: Nick R
Well hopefully it will last. If I have to replace the pre-cat O2 it won't be as big of a deal, for only $20 apiece. When I had the post cat out, I shook the cat, and there was a rattling sound inside, like little pebbles or something were inside. I was hoping this is just loose carbon. Now, I'm guessing not. Right?
No, cat is bad. Sorry man.
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Originally Posted By: beast3300
Didn't you replace the head gasket on that?
Yes
Originally Posted By: Nick R
Well hopefully it will last. If I have to replace the pre-cat O2 it won't be as big of a deal, for only $20 apiece. When I had the post cat out, I shook the cat, and there was a rattling sound inside, like little pebbles or something were inside. I was hoping this is just loose carbon. Now, I'm guessing not. Right?
No, cat is bad. Sorry man.
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Originally Posted By: beast3300
Didn't you replace the head gasket on that?
Yes
I was going to say, it seems to be working great thus far,
Don't buy all the internet rumor mills about Bosch products ...it is probably the work of stealth marketing hacks ...
I've only used Bosch ignition and related products for years and have never had any issues at all.!!!!!
Bosch was the inventor of the O2 sensor..so I'd be willing to say that they make some of the best and most reliable.
I've only used Bosch ignition and related products for years and have never had any issues at all.!!!!!
Bosch was the inventor of the O2 sensor..so I'd be willing to say that they make some of the best and most reliable.
Originally Posted By: Vizzy
Don't buy all the internet rumor mills about Bosch products ...it is probably the work of stealth marketing hacks ...
I've only used Bosch ignition and related products for years and have never had any issues at all.!!!!!
Bosch was the inventor of the O2 sensor..so I'd be willing to say that they make some of the best and most reliable.
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Don't buy all the internet rumor mills about Bosch products ...it is probably the work of stealth marketing hacks ...
I've only used Bosch ignition and related products for years and have never had any issues at all.!!!!!
Bosch was the inventor of the O2 sensor..so I'd be willing to say that they make some of the best and most reliable.
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Their oxygen sensors are fine. Problems stem from improper installation or other failing components.
Bosch and NTK (NGK) are huge OEM suppliers for this kind of part.
Bosch and NTK (NGK) are huge OEM suppliers for this kind of part.
For the most part, any good quality O2 sensor should work. However, in some applications it matters. Certain vehicles just seem to be picky in some cases.
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Originally Posted By: Vizzy
Don't buy all the internet rumor mills about Bosch products ...it is probably the work of stealth marketing hacks ...
I've only used Bosch ignition and related products for years and have never had any issues at all.!!!!!
Bosch was the inventor of the O2 sensor..so I'd be willing to say that they make some of the best and most reliable.
Agreed. My OEM Ford ones have all been Bosch. And lasted a ridiculous amount of time.
Don't buy all the internet rumor mills about Bosch products ...it is probably the work of stealth marketing hacks ...
I've only used Bosch ignition and related products for years and have never had any issues at all.!!!!!
Bosch was the inventor of the O2 sensor..so I'd be willing to say that they make some of the best and most reliable.
Agreed. My OEM Ford ones have all been Bosch. And lasted a ridiculous amount of time.
I have never had any luck with Bosch in "Foreign" vehicles or GM vehicles.
All others have been fine with them.
I use NGK/Denso where possible.
All others have been fine with them.
I use NGK/Denso where possible.
Originally Posted By: Nick R
I was going to say, it seems to be working great thus far,
I have been using a Bosch pre-cat O2 sensor on my Saturn for the last 35,000 miles. It was a direct-fit sensor, not a universal sensor though. Were your sensors direct-fit or universal fit?
I was going to say, it seems to be working great thus far,
I have been using a Bosch pre-cat O2 sensor on my Saturn for the last 35,000 miles. It was a direct-fit sensor, not a universal sensor though. Were your sensors direct-fit or universal fit?
The old Bosch Plats are [censored] statement...'
I can't recount how many times some person with no business working on a car has tried to change plugs and has broken the wires in the process ...of course the plugs are to blame when the car starts to hesitate after the job...sheesh!!!!
Either that or they have used to incorrect application...
Most every time it is the fault of the person doing the job, NOT the part itself.
I can't recount how many times some person with no business working on a car has tried to change plugs and has broken the wires in the process ...of course the plugs are to blame when the car starts to hesitate after the job...sheesh!!!!
Either that or they have used to incorrect application...
Most every time it is the fault of the person doing the job, NOT the part itself.
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