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Does my 83 inline 6 have an O2 sensor?

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Old Nov 13, 2019 | 09:46 AM
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Does my 83 inline 6 have an O2 sensor?

If yes, where is it located. Also, perhaps someone could confirm if this year was computer control capable. I don't see any multi pinned plug for a scanner anywhere. Thanks.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2019 | 10:31 AM
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If California model, yes O2 & Computer, either in the manifold or exhaust pipe close to the manifold.
No O2, no computer (ECA) if not California.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2019 | 11:35 AM
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If California model, yes O2, either in the manifold or exhaust pipe close to the manifold.

No O2, if not California // No computer (ECA) if not California.
OP's "About Me" profile: ON CA (Ontario Canada).

If a truck was sold new in California, the DSO code stamped on the Warranty Plate (1961/79) or printed on the Certification Label (1980 thru today) is 71 (Los Angeles) or 72 (San Jose).
 
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Old Nov 14, 2019 | 10:32 AM
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The photo is upside down, but the O2 sensor can be seen underneath the exhaust flange... it looks a little like a spark plug.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2019 | 01:38 PM
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The photo is upside down, but the O2 sensor can be seen underneath the exhaust flange... it looks a little like a spark plug.
Thanks for that pic. Is that an 83 manifold? And if I have one on my mine, how likely is a faulty O2 sensor to create mild surging while driving? I imagine it's a bugger to swap out after all these years. Prolly heat welded in place.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2019 | 07:48 PM
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I think it is pretty unlikely that your Canadian market truck was built to California specs, thus no O2 sensor. FWIW, I have an 83 parts truck with the 300 six and no O2 sensor.

As to mild surging, I would be looking for vacuum leaks.
 
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