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Catalytic converter questions
I have a question regarding the front driver side cat on a 2001 Xterra with 125k. It started making a buzzing vibration noise and my local mechanic confirmed that it was coming from the cat. The local dealer and a muffler place quoted prices around $800-$900 to replace. From underneath the vehicle it looks like the cat is attached by three bolts on each end. I saw a bunch of different aftermarket options as well as a lot of different prices. Some look like they would need welding but a couple have the three bolt flange on each end. So my questions are:
How hard is it to remove the cat and reinstall? Is there more to it than the 3 bolts on each end? If so,any tips? There seems to a wide range in price even for the bolt on cats. Any reason to use any brand over the other? Thanks for any and all responses in advance. |
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With the proper tools it's not a hard job.Count on some or all of the studs to strip or brake so plan on that along with the proper gaskets.The welded type is a different story if you don't have access to a welder.Price does make us look more carefully and i would look at the type of materials it is constructed out of.
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thanks for the info.
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