At 03:16 PM 8/1/2001, Dave Baker wrote: >On the subject of O2 sensors, mine is disconnected on my 85 Westy 1.9 L; >nevertheless, I still get ok mileage... between 17 and 20. What problems >might this create for me? Your emissions will go up, either NO or HC/CO (may be either at different times). I don't *think* it will bother the catalyst unless you're running noticeably rich. Aside from that, the overall system will be more sensitive to small things disturbing the mixture (AFM misadjustment being a prime one). david
David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '84 Westy "Dutiful Passage" '85 GL "Poor Relation" |
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