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Old 09-06-2008, 05:07 PM
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First, I already have searched several times. I am currently trying to buy a wideband for a FI application, and was wondering what everyone is runnig. I was considering the LC-1, but after searching have read of several problems with reliability and longevity.

What would be the best for longevity, accuracy and reliability? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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I dont really like innovative. I personally run the aem uego which seem to be what majority of shops use to tune, and most the people i know run. The PLX gauge is also very nice, and there are alot of people on tech using it.

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doesn't seem to be much difference between the two. Any reason why you prefer the uego?
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I've run the AEM UEGO for 3 years/18K miles. Still works great and no issues so far. Easy 1-wire hookup to my HPTuners too
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I'm running the plx wideband. I love it wrks great, easy hookup and looks good. You can also daisy chain it with other plx devices too.
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my plx wideband stoped giving accurate readings within a few months, i think too much oil was getin past the turbo and owned the plug??
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I'm running a dual channel Innovative LM-2 serial linked to EFILive V2
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AEM. If you look around some you can find new ones for $200.
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Thanks for the info guys. I spoke with Bob at EPP who also recommended the AEM. I think I'll try that one first seeing as the price is pretty reasonable.
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i have an lc-1 i used in my chevelle, but the dam thing keeps losing its cal., pita having to do the free air crap
i have an older lm-1, never lets me down, i just install it when making a change, then ignor the lc-1
the lm-1 seems to have a more forgiving threshold
i have an rpm converter on the lm-1 also, so i can take it in the house, download on the computer, compare the afr's with the rpm's
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I used an AEM for about a year and no issues... I just upgraded and bought all Autometer Nexus gauges. im hoping the wideband does as good as the AEM has done for me. +1 for AEM
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Thanks again for the responses. Hope the AEM fits the bill. Now it's time to research meth/alky injection lol....
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Originally Posted by ZLEEPER
Thanks again for the responses. Hope the AEM fits the bill. Now it's time to research meth/alky injection lol....
AEM and Alkycontrol. Research done.
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no one using the fast stuff-

Thanks

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AEM and Alkycontrol. Research done.
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Cool, I can just order everything from Bob at EPP!!
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I'm using an autometer WB setup. Seems to work fine and was $240 off ebay. I have only had it a month though.
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Went ahead a bit the bullet. Got the Aem and alkycontrol from EPP.




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