WRX(02-04) STI P0420 Mechanical Fix for CEL MIL , All test will go to "ready" state

[Kent VanOoyen]

If anyone is interested in the mechanical CEL fix for WRX or STI, I will
build you one, include instructions, zip tie, and a dab of anti-sieze and
ship it fo $18.00. This fix allows the O2 sensor to work properly if you do
not have a cat between the turbo and the midpipe. This fix WILL allow all
ECU tests to go into "ready" status and you will not get the p0420 code
again because the O2 sensor will be out of the direct stream of exhaust
gases so the exhaust gases will always be a different temp and will not
throw the p0420. The electrical fix may not allow all tests to go into
"ready" status. This fix is intended for off use only (just like the
mechanical fix) because you should not tamper with emmisions if your state
requires you to pass an emissions test. I will accept paypal. Please send me
an email. or reply.
Will ship the next day!

 

[Guest]

Or you can save your $18.00 and get the same information for free here.

http://www.mattrandolph.com/wrx/rear-02-cel-fix/

 

[CompUser]

@news.cpqcorp.net>, (e-mail address removed)
says...

Or you can save your $18.00 and get the same information for free here.

http://www.mattrandolph.com/wrx/rear-02-cel-fix/

$18 is pretty steep for a 1-meg resistor and
(presumably) some heat-shrink tubing ;-)

You can find it on www.nasioc.com forums as well,
just make sure the fix fits the MY...04 uses 1
meg, previous use a different value (plus a cap,
IIRC).

 

[CompUser]

@news.cpqcorp.net>, (e-mail address removed)
says...

Or you can save your $18.00 and get the same information for free here.

http://www.mattrandolph.com/wrx/rear-02-cel-fix/

Ooops...my bad!

He's talking the *mechanical* fix...not the
electronic fix...that's just one or two of the
spark plug non-foulers...yeah, they might run for
a couple of bucks at Autozone or Discount. He
can probably pick up ten or so for eighteen
bucks...not a bad profit.

 

[Kent VanOoyen]

I am not selling the electric fix guys. I am selling a mechanical fix, an o2
sensor extender along with some anti-sieze. Hello?

Besides whiles the electric fix is good so the code does not come back it
does prevent one of the diag tests to go to the "ready" state. Some states
won't let you pass inspection like that.

Anyway, I was not asking for coments I was just letting people know if you
are interested to let me know.

 

[CompUser]

I am not selling the electric fix guys. I am selling a mechanical fix, an o2
sensor extender along with some anti-sieze. Hello?

Besides whiles the electric fix is good so the code does not come back it
does prevent one of the diag tests to go to the "ready" state. Some states
won't let you pass inspection like that.

Anyway, I was not asking for coments I was just letting people know if you
are interested to let me know.

Roger that! You are 100% correct, your heading
did state "mechanical CEL fix", which, in fact,
is a perfect search to use on the NASIOC forums,
where use of the two-dollar spark plug non-
foulers has been discussed in great detail for a
year or so.

You were talking about this fix, right?

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=
424666&page=7&pp=25&highlight=non-fouler

So, please accept my apology for confusing your
charging $18 for a two dollar, commonly available
mechanical "fix", with a gouging overcharge for
an electronic CEL fix.

We realize you weren't asking for comments (you
were just out to rip people off, right?), but
some of us don't like to see that kind of thing
go on.

 

[Henry Paul]

There are 2 counties in my state that will not pass inspection for the
reason you stated.

 

[Henry Paul]

Hey ease up a little. It's no different than Jiffy Lube charging $20 to
change transmission oil or $35 for engine oil.

 

[Kent VanOoyen]

Ok I'm going to say this once because I don't see what the point is of
keeping this going unless you have nothing else better to do. I will say
exactly how much I paid for everything and that way people will know that I
am charging more for this than what they can build it themselves for. But
before I do that, isn't that the point of making something and selling
it...because you can make a big profit. I'm not a rocket scientist or
anything but HAHA I know that fireworks are about a 400% profit for the
manufacturer. Or what about someone who installs custom blinds, that's
about a 200% profit and they charge about $15 per window to install them.
The point is $18 might be a "good deal" for someone who either can't get to
an auto parts store, doesn't have a drill that can take a 1/2 inch bit,
doesn't have the money to buy a drill that can take a 1/2 bit, or know
someone who has one or whatever the case may be.

Listen up smartie, you know who you are, I did not open this thread for
people like you to rag on me, that's pointless and a waste of time to you.
I made this thread for people who are having the same problem that I had
with the p0420 and want to get their car fixed because the headache and
upsetness that comes with a check engine light, not being able to pass
inspection may be worth $18 bucks to them.

Here is the run down on costs (I have 5 available for shipping now so I will
total and then divide):

Gasoline to get to the autoparts store. I have no idea how much this costs.
Parts $5.95 x 5 = $29.75 + tax
Zip ties $3.99 + tax for about 30 of them. So lets say about $.70 for 5 of
them
Anti-sieze $7.00 + tax
Small plastic bags $3 + tax
2-3 Priority Day Shipping (includded in the price) $4 x 5 = $20
Total = $63.28
$18 x 5 = $90
$90 - $63.28 = $26.72
$26.72 / 5 = $5.34 profit per item I sell.

Not to mention my time of going to the auto parts store and back, drilling
them out, putting everything together, going to the post office and back.
Also, after dilling out 5 pieces, now I need to buy a new drill bit.

Just trying to be honest! If you want this fix to get rid of this problem
if you have it, let me know. If you think that $5.34 profit is too much
then don't buy it.

There you have it folks!

 

[Jim Stewart]

Ok I'm going to say this once because I don't see what the point is of
keeping this going unless you have nothing else better to do. I will say
exactly how much I paid for everything and that way people will know that I
am charging more for this than what they can build it themselves for. But
before I do that, isn't that the point of making something and selling
it...because you can make a big profit. I'm not a rocket scientist or
anything but HAHA I know that fireworks are about a 400% profit for the
manufacturer. Or what about someone who installs custom blinds, that's
about a 200% profit and they charge about $15 per window to install them.
The point is $18 might be a "good deal" for someone who either can't get to
an auto parts store, doesn't have a drill that can take a 1/2 inch bit,
doesn't have the money to buy a drill that can take a 1/2 bit, or know
someone who has one or whatever the case may be.

Listen up smartie, you know who you are, I did not open this thread for
people like you to rag on me, that's pointless and a waste of time to you.
I made this thread for people who are having the same problem that I had
with the p0420 and want to get their car fixed because the headache and
upsetness that comes with a check engine light, not being able to pass
inspection may be worth $18 bucks to them.

Here is the run down on costs (I have 5 available for shipping now so I will
total and then divide):

Gasoline to get to the autoparts store. I have no idea how much this costs.
Parts $5.95 x 5 = $29.75 + tax
Zip ties $3.99 + tax for about 30 of them. So lets say about $.70 for 5 of
them
Anti-sieze $7.00 + tax
Small plastic bags $3 + tax
2-3 Priority Day Shipping (includded in the price) $4 x 5 = $20
Total = $63.28
$18 x 5 = $90
$90 - $63.28 = $26.72
$26.72 / 5 = $5.34 profit per item I sell.

Not to mention my time of going to the auto parts store and back, drilling
them out, putting everything together, going to the post office and back.
Also, after dilling out 5 pieces, now I need to buy a new drill bit.

Just trying to be honest! If you want this fix to get rid of this problem
if you have it, let me know. If you think that $5.34 profit is too much
then don't buy it.

I got a bitch. You're not charging nearly enough.
3x your cost minimum + enough shipping and handling
to pay for your finished product shipping AND your
incoming raw parts shipping (that you have to pay for)

Seriously, if you enjoy what you do, do it. Don't
worry about the whiners. Nobody's holding a gun
to their heads forcing them to buy your product.

 

[Henry Paul]

I agree with you. Not to mention the time and hassle of figuring out the
solution to the problem in the first place and then going to the trouble of
making a nice package of all the parts easy to install.

I'm sure a dealer would be 10x that much for about the same solution if they
even offer one.

 

[CompUser]

I agree with you. Not to mention the time and hassle of figuring out the
solution to the problem in the first place and then going to the trouble of
making a nice package of all the parts easy to install.

I'm sure a dealer would be 10x that much for about the same solution if they
even offer one.

Here's my contention.

The mod's been out for ages, on NASIOC, ClubWRX
and other Subaru forums.

These forums are places that folks gather to ask
questions and supply answers, all in the spirit
of community.

The forums are basically just an evolution of
Usenet and newsgroups, with a graphic interface
and added functionality.

The spirit of community and HELPING others with
common interests was the foundation of Usenet, as
well.

Nobody in a forum, or Usenet, would respond "I
know the answer to your question on how to get to
your sparkplugs to change them. Paypal me $10
and I'll tell you." That's not what its about.

All this guy has done was take some information
that was publicly discussed in multiple public
forums, then slide over here and try to SELL what
others had tried, tested, and spoke out freely
on, in the spirit of community.

Flames are a traditional element of Usenet as
well, and he earned some from me. I got some
from someone else, that's the price of voicing
your opinion.

Steve

 

[Kent VanOoyen]

HAHAHAHAHAHA,

Look man, stop wasting your time. Read this!

ALL THE INFO ON HOW TO MAKE ONE OF THESE FIXES IS ON NASIOC.

See, I don't care....I'm simply making and selling these to people who don't
want to take the time to get everything, drill it out, etc...

Try to get a straight 1/2 hole with out a drill press, you got one of those?

Spare me please, stop writing in this thread you are not welcome here.

I have told everyone where you can get the info to make one of these fixes
and told them exactly how much it costs....what else do you want me to say
so you will stop wasting everyones time in here whining.

Does anyone want to hear this guy anymore? Post a reply if you don't and
explain why you don't!

 

[Henry Paul]

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Nobody in a forum, or Usenet, would respond "I
know the answer to your question on how to get to
your sparkplugs to change them. Paypal me $10
and I'll tell you." That's not what its about.

All this guy has done was take some information
that was publicly discussed in multiple public
forums, then slide over here and try to SELL what
others had tried, tested, and spoke out freely
on, in the spirit of community. snip
If anyone is interested in the mechanical CEL fix for WRX or STI, I will
build you one, include instructions, zip tie, and a dab of anti-sieze and
ship it fo $18.00. This fix allows the O2 sensor to work properly if you do
not have a cat between the turbo and the midpipe. This fix WILL allow all
ECU tests to go into "ready" status and you will not get the p0420 code
again because the O2 sensor will be out of the direct stream of exhaust
gases so the exhaust gases will always be a different temp and will not
throw the p0420. The electrical fix may not allow all tests to go into
"ready" status. This fix is intended for off use only (just like the
mechanical fix) because you should not tamper with emmisions if your state
requires you to pass an emissions test. I will accept paypal. Please send me
an email. or reply.
Will ship the next day!

snip




He is NOT offering information only. He is offering the complete solution,
together with installation instructions to those interested in buying the
parts he has put together. Considering the labor of preparing the fix, the
$5 and something he makes is a DEAL.

Maybe you should spend less time flaming and more time reading so you can
understand what the rest of us are discussing. And if you were a real man,
you would apologize to him.
FWIW

 

[CompUser]

Does anyone want to hear this guy anymore? Post a reply if you don't and
explain why you don't!

No likee, no clickee.

Welcome to Usenet, n00b.

 

[Kent]

Thanks Henry Paul!

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He is NOT offering information only. He is offering the complete solution,
together with installation instructions to those interested in buying the
parts he has put together. Considering the labor of preparing the fix, the
$5 and something he makes is a DEAL.

Maybe you should spend less time flaming and more time reading so you can
understand what the rest of us are discussing. And if you were a real man,
you would apologize to him.
FWIW