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Catalyic converter help

Old Dec 2, 2019 | 10:40 PM
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at almost 100k at least one (if not both) of my factory cats are shot. I would like to replace them and open the car up at the same time. The car is a daily driver (although spirited LOL), so not looking for track setup and sure don't want any codes or issues with the car. So what is everyone using aftermarket?

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at almost 100k at least one (if not both) of my factory cats are shot. I would like to replace them and open the car up at the same time. The car is a daily driver (although spirited LOL), so not looking for track setup and sure don't want any codes or issues with the car. So what is everyone using aftermarket?
why not delete them and buy an hp tuners?
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why not delete them and buy an hp tuners?
Thanks for the suggestion,but really want to keep the cats.
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Still looking for suggestions.

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Still looking for suggestions.
walker makes good cats. Not sure if your local laws require cats but have heard that magnaflow are good but dont know if they make for the c5.

Really i dont think there will be many companies that offer cats anyways.
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Couple of things...what makes you think they are shot? Mine went 250k miles before one crapped out. If you did have one crapped out, have your car tested to make sure it is running correctly and all your sensors are working. Ensure that a failed one isn't the cause of your failed cat. If you have an issue, it will will the new cat as well
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