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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 07:11 AM
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Would I hurt anything driving my car with my frt o2 sensors unplugged while I get my extensions for them.. I just install lt headers.. Any help will b appreciated..

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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 07:38 AM
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It wont run. The computer needs them to keep A/F ratio right.
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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 08:45 AM
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it WILL run, not very efficiently, but it will run. Why not just buy the Bosch 13111's? Then there is no need for the extensions. Since 99% of people at auto parts stores are retarded, just ask them for 2002 corvette rear o2 sensors.
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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 10:42 AM
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so i can drive it it without damaging anything right?? i dont want to damage anything cause my a/f ratio is not getting read by the sensor.. i have to work tonight n maybe tomorrow or tuesday i will take a drive up to speed inc n get 2 extensions.. so my main concern is if it wont hurt anything me driving it..

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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 12:03 PM
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^^ you wont damage anything. car will drive almost fine but your MPG will get down as hell. try not getting used to it and get your extensions asap. idrove mine for three days or so with no extensions on.
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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 02:25 PM
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Cool I will drive it just to go to work n home n tomorrow or Tuesday I will go n get my extensions.. Thanx to everyones help..

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