rdhayward

Yesterday, I installed an OEM catalytic converter and resonator/muffler assembly that used to be on Mike Ward's racecar, so only 85k miles and in excellent condition. My car previously had a crack in the catalytic converter pipe, and a run-of-the-mill-quality muffler welded in place of the original muffler, so it was pretty raspy and buzzy.

I purchased a Bosch #13942 oxygen sensor from NAPA for $43.99 + tax, and spliced the wires into my 968's connector, using solder and heat-shrink tubing. I kept the wires exactly the same length as the OEM so as to avoid significant changes to the overall electrical resistance.

The O2 sensor #13942 is for a 1987-1988 Ford Mustang V8. The sensor itself is identical to the Bosch #13011 that NAPA sells for $139.00 + tax; this speaks volumes about what we pay for proprietary connectors!

100 mile test-drive today, and everything's working just ducky. The sound and feel of the car is enjoyable once again.