Cat problems

[Dan Sinclair]

I don't have any experience with CATs or CAT vendors as of yet, but I have
been researching possible sources for CATs recently in conjunction with a
possible exhaust upgrade (thinking about adding a Stebro system to my CQ).

I found an online vendor:  Muffler Tech http://www.mufflertech.com.  Website
isn't much to look at - but I called them and they sound like your basic
muffler shop.  They have weld-in "universal fit" high-flow performance CATs
for $59.00 + $10 S&H.  I asked about the function (do they still reduce
emissions) and he said that their shop is located in California, and they
pass CA emissions with flying colors.  I can't imagine he'd stay in business
in California if he installed illegal or inoperable CATs.  I have no
affiliation/insight other than that - but for $70 I think I'm willing to
take a chance.  Anyone have insight on this product/place/vendor to the
contrary?  Or with "universal" CATs?

Thanks,

Dan Sinclair
1990 CQ




----- Original Message -----
From: "Todd Young" <auditodd at attbi.com>
To: "Quattro List" <quattro at audifans.com>
Sent: Thursday, April 25, 2002 5:20 PM
Subject: Cat problems


> No not the kitty cat type.
>
> I bought a replacement catalytic converter from Discount Converters
> about 2.5 years ago. Now the damn this is breaking up inside. Their web
> site states "up to 5 year warranty", what they don't tell you is that
> they claim the substrate has only a 2 year warranty. I'm going to have
> to dig out the warranty card to confirm that.
>
> Anyway, isn't there some federal emissions law about converters lasting
> 10 years, or am I mixing that up with something else?
>
> Basically, I'm pissed. I spent $300 on a part that lasted even less than
> the OEM part.
>
> If they are correct with their warranty, I'm debating doing business
> with them again. With a crappy warranty like that, I don't care to throw
> more money down the drain.