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quote:Originally posted by VellianPT
we live in NY so im not sure why we need a california emmisions cat.
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NY, like a few other 'blue' states has adopted CA emissions specs.
But thats only for new car equipment.
All you have to really worry about is passing the emissions tailpipe test, so any working Cat will do.
And now for the trick question: How much do you trust your mechanic?
(Or was this your only visit to the exhaust shop?)
You might want a second opinion, from a mechanic you can trust, especially if you DO need a new cat, because a full-service shop will be better able to diagnose
why the cat died.
Unless the cat rusted out or was physically damaged (as in running over a big rock) clogging or burning out may be due to an engine problem. IE: Burning oil, for example, will kill a cat.
Make sure the engine is healthy before putting on a new one...