FIXED: NOX Sensor code @ 145,000... Time for delete?

[crystalworks]

EDIT: Fix was replacing the front NOX sensor with a used OE part. $49.



Just looking for some guidance from the "been there, done that" diesel owners. I am getting a code for a NOX sensor (haven't looked into which one as both would be replaced if I go that route).

I recently had the thermostat replaced (I had recently had back surgery) after my wife and I replaced the glow plugs and their module. Now, the NOX sensor code presents a new decision as the parts are +$1000 for new OES sensors. After reading a bunch on deletion I was leaning that way and had the approval of the wife unit as well... but ran across the suggestion that the duramax NOX sensors may be the same units as BMW's. I am tempted to order a couple of those just for testing purposes.

If I can get out of the repair for the cost of the duramax sensors then I think I'll call it a day as they are SIGNIFICANTLY less expensive. As a bonus it would do the community a huge service to find out if they in fact are serviceable replacements for BMW's sensors. What do those who have deleted think? Is it worth the time/effort and relatively low cost of the experiment vs. the $2000 delete but never having to worry about the expensive diesel related systems again.

I know nobody can answer the above question for me... but wanted the thoughts of those who have come before and have vastly more experience with these than I. Appreciate your feedback.