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[BuckeyeSVT]

Sounds like you are still too lean on Bank One (rear bank) (P0171) and the Bank 2 lower O2 sensor (near transmission on front manifold lower) is non functional or reading incorrectly. You are aware that Silicone kills O2 sensors right? Most say on the tube if they are O2 sensor safe.. if not, you may have cooked the whole lot of them.

Those plates are really adding up to be worth it aren't they?

-Dom

[asmoto05]

I am working on an upgraded set at work. Having them cut a set on the plasma cutter. About a 1/4" thick then grove one side for a gasket to be laid into it.

I used the ultra copper sealant and believe it was o2 friendly. First time ultra black high temp rtv and both brands were permatex.

I have tried doing a decent job on her by myself only seen one other svt where I live.

Edited by asmoto05, 23 March 2011 - 01:40 PM.

[asmoto05]

Oh one more thing can I try cleaning the o2 sensor with the same stuff you use one a mass air flow?

[BuckeyeSVT]

Short answer without laughing, no. O2 sensors only get really cleaned by one thing - Heat. I normally cherry them with a torch to burn off garbage collected on the outside cage. Otherwise, toss it - It's not repairable or "cleanable" with spray solution.

[Terry Haines]

..dare I ask but what does the company that makes these plates say about sealing etc in the fitting instructions?

[asmoto05]

They dont makes these we manufacture exhaust, coolant pipe, fuel tanks, and other various parts for major semi truck manufactures. So this is purely an independent project. Not for anyone but myself test and trial. The o2 question was just an honest question.