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Old Oct 29, 2003 | 06:39 PM
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bad o2 sensor

on a 351 if there is a bad o2 sensor will that cause the engine to run ruff at idle
 
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Old Oct 29, 2003 | 07:05 PM
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as far as i know from other ppls cars it will cause the engines rpms to go up and down slightly while idling. it will be noticible to the ear.
 
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Old Oct 29, 2003 | 08:36 PM
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Does it initially run good when you first start it up?(thatis, cold?)
 
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Old Oct 29, 2003 | 10:03 PM
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what do u guys think of my reply was it correct?
 
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Old Oct 29, 2003 | 10:27 PM
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it sounds like it is running unregulated if you understand what i mean but as soon as i rev it up it seems to be fine..i have a exhaust manifold that is leaking could that be part of the problem
 
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Old Oct 29, 2003 | 10:34 PM
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ya thats what i meant. it only seems unregulated while idling.
 
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Old Oct 29, 2003 | 10:50 PM
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and it seems that is where one of the leaks is right by the o2 sensor
 
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