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Old 07-08-2009 | 03:18 PM
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What is the best place to put a O2 sensor on an EFI motor with twin turbos? Before the turbo or after? The exhaust is a dry system. I found a special plate that goes between the manifold and the riser that is 1" thick and is drilled and tapped for the O2 sensor. The plate is made out of aluminum.
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Put the O2 in the downpipe of the turbo....not in front of the turbo.
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Old 07-08-2009 | 08:03 PM
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OK, I am not familiar with Turbo systems. On my NA engine I have O2 bungs welded in the risers. I would think the AF readings would be more accurate before the Turbo. Again I am not a Turbo expert.
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Old 07-09-2009 | 10:27 AM
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why is it better behind the turbo? Is in front of the turbo too hot for a wideband O2 or is it because of the damage that could happen to the turbo if part of the sensor breaks off?
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O2 sensors don't like that much heat and don't like pressurization. I will get with my turbo guru if you'd like a more detailed explanation.
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