Due to the need for high octane leaded race fuel when drag racing, I switched
my stock oxygen sensor to a heated 3 wire sensor. I use the stock sensor
from a 1986 Ford Escort and it cost me about $40. Heated sensors
supposedly prevent lead from sticking to it and damaging the sensor. A
heated sensor will last longer than a single wire sensor, but it too will
eventually be damaged over time by the lead. Just a reminder:
When using leaded fuel you should also remove your catalytic converter.
Over time the lead will accumulate and clog it up. Approximate
Performance Gain: Heated O2 sensor - none
Heated O2 Sensor ON/OFF Switch
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