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Old Jan 31, 2012 | 07:57 AM
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Default Catalytic Converter issue

Hi Guys

Got a problem with some noobish like questions. I have to change my catalytic converter as it is toast. I was considering a test pipe but I was told I would need software to compensate for the computer diagnostic error code it would make (i did not think so). So I am now just thinking of replacing or finding an OEM one and doing the repair.

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1. Is that right for the test pipe? Do you need some software upgrade to accommodate it?
2. For the OEM cat, where can I grab one. My buddy had his and just threw it out - Maybe someone knows other members that have one?
3. What would you do? test pipe or oem

I want to keep the car for another year. Otherwise it drives great, with a few electrical gremlins, but nothing serious.


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Old Jan 31, 2012 | 09:02 AM
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Default Re: Catalytic Converter issue

Can you pass an e-test without the cat? Depending on price, I would probably go OEM. What is the price of the cats?
Old Jan 31, 2012 | 09:12 AM
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I think that is a negative on the etest...so you would have to swap it out.

I am getting pricing of around 350 for the oem part
Old Feb 8, 2012 | 02:45 PM
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I have a used oem cat if you want. I changed it because I needed a bigger cat.
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That would be awesome dude. Send you a PM!
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