>
> The pros and cons of universal vs. OE sensors have been discussed here
> several times. The universals rarely work as well and tend not to last
> very long. I believe it's been reported that even the Bosch OE type works
> OK and of course, it's more expensive than their universal model.
>
> Rgds, George Macdonald
>
> "Just because they're paranoid doesn't mean you're not psychotic" - Who,
me??

George,

I have researched the Internet and this news group for anything related to
things to do to pass the emission test. I guess I missed the discussions
regarding universal versus OEM o2 sensors. I wish I had seen it. This is a
very expensive lesson for me this time. But all is not lost since I have
three cars in my family, from now on I would never buy cheap component for
critical parts such as the o2 sensors. This is the reason I posted my story
in the group so that people won't make the same mistake like I did. To save
a few bucks end up spending big bucks.

Kai