keith

Hey guys, I'm trying to recall if Bosch has a universal 3-wire O2 sensor kit that comes with a male and female wire end (for converting the stock pigtail to something that can be easier to source and plug in, in the future)

I'm trying to beat having to cut and solder with every sensor change.

Any ideas?

nwehtje944

call paragon (800-200-9366) and order the universal 02 sensor, part # 15725. it should cost about $54.00. it really easy to put in, just splice the sensor on.

johne

Naw, he said he doesn't want to solder (aka splice). That's ok though the $54 unit from paragon shouldn't require any splicing. It's the $38 one that you have to splice in. Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

keith

FR Wilk to the rescue. His website (and others)say NOT to solder.

Anyone use and have feedback on PosiLock connectors?

nwehtje944

sorry, double post.

I hate it when that happens.

nwehtje944

The bosch 15725, is solderless and uses a version of PosiLock connectors. the 15725 will fit all 944/968(including turbo) 85-95. my local NAPA sells the 15725 for $60, so paragon's price isn't far off. the 15725 kit includes everything you need, the posilock, instructions, etc. its really a great product.

from zucker,
</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica"> The 15725 is a direct replacment for the sensor (porshce oem 13012) as it has the same ceramic, heater, and protection tube. In fact the 15725 is of laser welded construction and the original part is crimped. </font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">the posilock connector is the way to go, bcs it is not recommend to use solder and tape for the O2 sensor.

From Tom 951
</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">I would not recommend using solder & heat shrink wrap. This makes an air tight seal trapping air in the sensor which can't be re-freshed. Bosch's web-site says O2 sensors need to replenish their reference air. The air travels thru the wiring harness. You'd be better off using crimp connectors. They won't seal out the fresh air but will allow dirt and moisture to corrode your connection. The best is to get the universal connector which allows the fresh air to flow in & out. </font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">I have personally have used the Bosch sensor, I found the installation very easy, and I recommend it to everyone.