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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 03:27 PM
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Is there any difference between the st170 and 1.8 focus lambda sensors?

Iv got a 1.8 with the st170 cat fitted. My 2nd lambda sensor needs replacing and i was wondering if it is worth fittin an st170 one?

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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 08:08 PM
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They are the same sensor but the ST170 has a longer wire as the cat is fitted further down the exhaust system that a 1.8 focus.
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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 08:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Rich170
They are the same sensor but the ST170 has a longer wire as the cat is fitted further down the exhaust system that a 1.8 focus.
Thanks for the reply. Will ring to see wot the difference in price is.

Is it best to get from ford (even though they are expensive) or are there other makes that are cheaper?

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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 08:43 PM
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You get what you pay for! Genuine ford will be more expensive but no doubt better quality than a cheapy!
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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Rich170
You get what you pay for! Genuine ford will be more expensive but no doubt better quality than a cheapy!
i wasnt thinkin to cheapy. Jus meant other makes like bosch etc. Im ringin ford tomoz but would be gud to know prices for other makes that are good

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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 04:51 PM
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The latest cheapo from the US are very good, look up ecolambda, around £30 for a universal, need to just do some wire crimping.
Should come with directions for the colours, as these will be different, they use over 10 different colours!!
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 07:58 AM
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what was the symptoms you have/had?
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Turbo Al
what was the symptoms you have/had?
hi m8,

didnt really av symptoms other than engine management light comin on. Think i knackered it wen i went through a massive puddle lol

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