The Great 02 Sensor Test...
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Originally Posted by lash
I just spent a little time browsing RMS and will say that the parts availability and pricing seem to be better than GMPD on at least some of the stuff. Like said, they don't list the H-body, but if you already know your P/Ns, it'* pretty easy to find them there.
I noticed, for example that all their O2 sensors were $40 or under. Example, a 1-wire sensor #25162693 which I believe is for 92-92 Bonnies, is $26.95. I saw a number of multi-wire O2s for $35.95 - 39.95.
Also a lot of connectors, evap canistors for @ $40 IIRC, etc. Certainly worth checking out when looking for pieces parts IMO.
I noticed, for example that all their O2 sensors were $40 or under. Example, a 1-wire sensor #25162693 which I believe is for 92-92 Bonnies, is $26.95. I saw a number of multi-wire O2s for $35.95 - 39.95.
Also a lot of connectors, evap canistors for @ $40 IIRC, etc. Certainly worth checking out when looking for pieces parts IMO.
That said, if you talk to John at RMS, you know you've got a guy that will help you out. I usually just give a quick call rather than an email. I still like to have a human being verify my order. By all means, check them against GMPartsDirect. I bet they'd price match, if you found a GMPD price that was cheaper.
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Since62...Lash is agreeing with you and backing you up by posting some of the prices. There is no "your dealer better than mine" on the site. We are all after the best parts for the best prices and I have already started to put together a possible stickey or post somewhere that we can have to list out the many parts distributors at our disposal.
An idea that was sparked by your post about places with delco parts and prices better than GMPD. I for one appreciate others work at finding good prices and mentioning it for all to benefit from.
There is no "your dealer better than mine" on the site. We are all after the best parts for the best prices and I have already started to put together a possible stickey or post somewhere that we can have to list out the many parts distributors at our disposal.An idea that was sparked by your post about places with delco parts and prices better than GMPD. I for one appreciate others work at finding good prices and mentioning it for all to benefit from.
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Originally Posted by BillBoost37
Since62...Lash is agreeing with you and backing you up by posting some of the prices. There is no "your dealer better than mine" on the site.
There is no "your dealer better than mine" on the site.
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I have purchased a lot of parts from www.rockauto.com out of Wisconsin. They list the Delco heated O2 sensor for $43.79.
Shipping is fast and reasonable. E.g., for the above part to Ames, Iowa, shipping is $6.46. If you don't live in WI, you pay no state sales tax, either.
Shipping is fast and reasonable. E.g., for the above part to Ames, Iowa, shipping is $6.46. If you don't live in WI, you pay no state sales tax, either.
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www.rockauto.com is a good one, too. Just know that there'* always a discount code out there to be had. Right now, I know that 392620366789 is a good one, until May 16,2006.
I've been told that 90FDEE62E805 is a discount code that never expires. They're both good for 5%. May not be much, but will probably cover shipping, or maybe more depending on what you order.
I've been told that 90FDEE62E805 is a discount code that never expires. They're both good for 5%. May not be much, but will probably cover shipping, or maybe more depending on what you order.
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Trying to get back on course with this thread, I am curious as to how the Great O2 Sensor Test is going. Let'* see some new MPG figures.
I am a little more than half way into my first tank since changing my O2 sensor and cleaning the fuel injectors. So far, there is 232 miles on the tank, with more than 1/3 tank left. Of course, the fuel gauge is not a very precise measure, but normally when I hit 265 miles, my fuel guage would start complaining (chime).
Thanks,
John
I am a little more than half way into my first tank since changing my O2 sensor and cleaning the fuel injectors. So far, there is 232 miles on the tank, with more than 1/3 tank left. Of course, the fuel gauge is not a very precise measure, but normally when I hit 265 miles, my fuel guage would start complaining (chime).
Thanks,
John