Catalytic converter
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From: HUBERT, NC
Catalytic converter
Hi, i think my cats are clogged it just wont go with out bogging down to 10 MPH.
Q. Can i just remove them and replace with down tubes and add new o2 sensors?
I just moved and I dont have my manuals, 92 conv lt1 do I have OHV or DOHC? Sorry just don't remember...
Q. Can i just remove them and replace with down tubes and add new o2 sensors?
I just moved and I dont have my manuals, 92 conv lt1 do I have OHV or DOHC? Sorry just don't remember...
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Do you have to pass emissions testing? If you don’t, just hollow them out and be on your way.
But are you sure it is the cats causing your issues. Have you pulled any codes to see if it is anything else?
And LT1 is OHV.
But are you sure it is the cats causing your issues. Have you pulled any codes to see if it is anything else?
And LT1 is OHV.
Last edited by Fiberbundle; Feb 25, 2021 at 06:09 PM.
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Why don't you check there temperature, OK stop laughing, when there clogged there hot, above normal.
I had them replaced, and replaced 02 sensor!
I had them replaced, and replaced 02 sensor!
Last edited by 1bdvet; Feb 25, 2021 at 07:24 PM.
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If you want to prove something, can you disconnect the exhaust system from the end of the manifold and see if it will go past 10 mph before doing something irreversible? It will make the car noise which appeals to the rice boys but might not be so nice in the cabin.
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Before I did anything else, I'd put a vacuum gauge on that engine, tape it to the windshield, and see what manifold vacuum does when it bogs down. Certainly before I reached for a sawzall or any wrenches.
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