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Mar 9, 2010 | 11:41 AM

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HELP. identify broken sensor!

So i have my intake out for painting. went to place it back in and realized a sensor of some sort was broken behind it. Its on the rear of the block, driver-ish side behind where the intake manifold would be. It has a single prong and looks as if it is put on/removed with a socket, im guessing a 1 inch socket. I want to go pick up a new one so i can finish this project and get the car back together but theres no part number or writing at all on the sensor. Help please

Mar 9, 2010 | 11:43 AM

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Oil Pressure Sending Unit. You need to get another one from the parts store. easy fix

Mar 9, 2010 | 11:47 AM

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part number? or just ask for the oil pressure sending unit for an 01 camaro?

Mar 9, 2010 | 12:03 PM

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part number? or just ask for the oil pressure sending unit for an 01 camaro?

Go to napa and ask for the OPSU for yor '01 Camaro

Mar 9, 2010 | 12:08 PM

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Thanks alot man.just called autozone and they have it. 20 bucks. I hate autozone but i have traffic court today and autozone is right down the block from there.

and btw torched, i love your car man. ive seen it through all its changes and its def looking real good.

-adam

Mar 9, 2010 | 12:22 PM

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Not a problem. Glad I was able to help!

Thanks for the compliments. Car has come a long ways. Pretty much done with it

Mar 9, 2010 | 03:02 PM

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ok.. hate to sound like an idiot but what do i use to tighten this thing? i know it uses like a 1 1/16 socket but even my deep socket isnt deep enough. any tips?

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Mar 9, 2010 | 03:40 PM

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no. theres not enough room around it and it also sits even or maybe even a little lower than where the intake sits so i cant grab it.. im so frustrated guys

Mar 9, 2010 | 03:44 PM

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Try to get one of these

http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-13150-Pr.../dp/B0002SR2V0
I'd call around I'm sure someone local has one for rent/sale...Have you tried using a regular socket?

Mar 9, 2010 | 05:09 PM

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Yeah, you're going to have to go back to Autozone and BUY an oil pressure sending unit Socket... It's pretty much the only way. It's deep enough to get the job done, and it should only be 10 bucks.