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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 11:05 AM
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I want to put a 6.0l truck engine in my 70 Impala. A reputable speed shop in my town tells me that I HAVE to use the catalytic converters and connect all 4 O2 sensors to have the car run properly with the stock computer; they mentionned in particular that you cannot fool the rear O2 sensors and that they are absolutely needed. They also say that if I want to remove the converters, I must use an aftermarket computer and have it programmed specifically. This goes against everything I have read ro heard on the topic!!! So, what is the scoop? Who is right?
My original idea was to remove th catalytic converters (for space and simplicity), run the stock reprogrammed computer and the stock modified harness: am I crazy???
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You have it right. I'd say it's your speed shop that's confused.
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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 05:36 PM
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I agree!
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they're full of bolognaise. mine runs great with only the front 02's and no cats as long as they're programmed out, you're golden.
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Wow, I guess my car is magic - no cats and factory PCM, runs fine!
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Wow, I guess my car is magic - no cats and factory PCM, runs fine!
ugh brains, you and your damn voodoo
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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 09:04 PM
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I would say find another shop to deal with cuz they don't know anything about the topic.
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A reputable speed shop in my town tells me that I HAVE to use the catalytic converters and connect all 4 O2 sensors to have the car run properly with the stock computer
What do they think all these companies make rear o2 sims for?????? decorations?

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What's the name of this shop....?
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Old Sep 24, 2006 | 10:42 AM
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Wow guys, thanks for the quick and numerous answers, they sure make me feel better now and I can keep on planning and getting dirty!
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