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Old 02-14-2008, 10:59 PM
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Hi Guys,

I have just bought a 951s as a track car and whilst I know its history as it has just had a new engine put in it I have been told by a couple of people to get a wideband sensor for it ( a zeitronics)

Now here is my issue!

I do not actually know what one does (I appologise for my ignorance) could someone please explain in simple english if my understanding is correct.

basically it installs a sensor into my exhaust which is welded in then is senses if the air to fuel mixture is correct or not. In operation I would look for any changes in the mixture reading, as this would indicate an issue

correct? (or miles off)

If this is somewhere close which model should I get and how easy is it to install?

thanks Dan

PS try not to flame me for not knowing!!!!!!! and no
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Correct. Its essential to monitor the air fuel mixture, most importantly on modified cars to ensure proper tune. Proper tune ensures you dont blow a headgasket, burn a valve or melt a piston.

They are not overly difficult to install, though do require some wiring to be done and of course welding a bung onto the exhaust.

There are a few options available. Zeitronix, Innovate and AEM are popular choices. I am partial to the Innovate setup personally and many people on here use the Zeitronix. I guess it comes down to preference.
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which model exactly would you reccomend?
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The Innovate XD-16 standalone setup is what i have. Its nice because it is modular, so you can over time add the data logging hardware inconjunction with the gauge.

The Zeitronix has these features also, but i dont know much about them.



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