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Can't break free front O2 sensor on Dp install
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12-06-2012, 04:12 PM | #1 |
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Can't break free front O2 sensor on Dp install
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I can not get the o2 sensors to break free!! I have an oem crows foot that I reneted and also have tried using a wrench, no luck with either. I hit it with some pb blaster and will try again tomorrow A.M. Are they reverse threaded? Any Ideas or suggestions on how to loosen these suckers? Ive searched on the forum and havent found anything. Thanks |
12-06-2012, 04:25 PM | #4 |
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Try an adjustable wrench and use some man muscle
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12-06-2012, 04:28 PM | #5 |
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Well damn... Alright then. Ill eat my wheaties and go to town.
I'm a pretty big guy and was pulling off the front bumper for more torque. Ill just keep at it. Thanks! |
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12-06-2012, 04:30 PM | #6 |
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Give it a good wack on the wrench with a hammer.
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12-06-2012, 08:20 PM | #11 |
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Blow torch & some muscle should loosen it up. The longer wrench you can use, the better (it'll help generate torque)
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12-07-2012, 10:15 PM | #12 |
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Thanks for the input! O2 sensors out new down pipes in but not yet finished. They are touching in several places, both each other and the vehicle. From every install thread ive read they say start with the turbo end and attach the vband clamps, so that is what I did. Going to try in the A.M. to loosen the clamps, which are not tight just in place, and attach the midpipes in hopes that they will help guide the pipes to the correct place.
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12-07-2012, 10:32 PM | #13 |
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I hate to admit it, but benzy is correct. Heat it up the bung area of the downpipe with a blow torch. The metal will expand and loosen up its grip on the sensor. Just make sure you do not burn your sensor though...
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12-08-2012, 02:27 AM | #15 |
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Tool I made in 2 minutes and LOVE it LOL!!
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12-08-2012, 10:36 AM | #17 |
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that is the same tool I made but a 22mm and works awesome. leverage with a long bar is the best for stubborn nuts/bolts.
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