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Jul 4, 2010 | 05:32 PM

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noob o2 sensor socket question

So I have to swap out my d/s pre-cat o2 sensor (96 trans-am lt1) but all the o2 sockets I've found are too short to work on the long o2 sensor. Anyone know of any stores/websites that carry a socket that will fit???

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Jul 5, 2010 | 10:24 AM

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Any local parts store will carry the socket with a cutout for the wires

I prefer to use a long box end wrench for more leverage. 13/16" IIRC

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Jul 5, 2010 | 10:23 PM

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All you need is a 7/8" wrench and a decent size pair of *********.

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Jul 6, 2010 | 10:02 AM

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Quote:

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All you need is a 7/8" wrench and a decent size pair of *********.

Well that puts me out.

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Jul 7, 2010 | 11:31 PM

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22mm wrench works better (slightly tighter fit)

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I've been using a 22mm wrench for years

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Jul 25, 2010 | 11:59 PM

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Most tool trucks (snapon, mac, matco ) all sell the o2 sockets as 7/8. I know locally napa,autozone,advance all have the el cheapo ones on the shelf that work fine

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Jul 27, 2010 | 06:50 AM

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screw the O2 sockets. unless you plan to save the O2 sensor, they are wasted money. i use a regular 6pt 22mm deep socket and cut the wires.

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