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How much platinum is in a large semi trucks catalytic converter?
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None. Diesel Particulate Filters are much different from a car's catalytic converter.
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Will a code po455 show if car has a bad catalytic converter?
No, that code is for the evaporative emissions control system in the fuel tank. It has nothing to do with the catalytic converter.
Where is the catalytic converter located on a 2001 Chevy Venture van?
A catalytic converter on a 2001 Chevy Venture van is located under the vehicle. Follow the exhaust pipe from the engine to the rear of the vehicle. The large object connected to the exhaust pipes between the engine, and the muffler at the rear, is your catalytic converter.
Where is the catalytic converter on 1999 dodge stratus?
It is the large part in the exhaust immediately behind the engine.
Where is the catalytic converter on dodge Cummings 6.7L diesel?
It is the large part in the exhaust system in front of the muffler.
Would a large hole in the side of your catalytic converter cause your car to sound really loud?
YES IT WILL
How does a bad catalytic converter effect the way the car run does it feel like the car is struggling to pick up speed?
A foul smell is the most common sign of a bad catalytic converter. If you smell what seems to be a rotten egg and it gets stronger over time, the catalytic converter is not working properly. A large drop in your fuel economy may be a sign that your catalytic converter is going bad or is blocked. A lack of power, especially at high speeds, may be a sign that the catalytic converter is going, or has gone, bad.A vehicle that stalls during idle, or idles rough, may have a blocked or bad catalytic converter. Your catalytic converter may be blocked if you experience bucking or hesitation while trying to accelerate. Additionally, your vehicle may run at a higher than normal temperature. A catalytic converter typically doesn't go bad without an underlying cause. A mechanic should be able to find the original problem and may not have to replace the converter.
What is the total amount of platinum in a typical catalytic converter?
I found a site claiming that a catalytic converter can carry b/t 3-7 ounces of platinum per converter. According to this site(wired.com), platinum is going at a rate of 2075 dollars per oz. This means you would at least have 6225 and up to 14 and a half thousand dollars if you could harvest the platinum purely. The next question is how do you get the platinum in a catalytic converter out of it to get this reward. Stolen catty's go for 200, but I'd rather not go that route. The site also mentione other metals involved in the production of converters such as rhodium and palladium are going for 445 and 7300 an ounce. I might have to recant on that whole not theiving idea.There are usually about 3 grams of platinum in a catalytic converter. There are 31.1 grams in an ounce. Platinum is at $2000/ounce so you can figure right at $200 worth. Please note manufacturers are starting to use other materials so you may have very little, if any, platinum.There are 28 grams per ounce not 31.1.CORRECTIONS TO YOUR ANSWERIn every Kg of honetcomb which is the filter you find on average 1.5g of platinum (Pt), 0.5g of palladium (Pd) and 0.1 rhodium (Rh). Some catalytic converters have a heavy honeycomb while others are light depends on the engine size, if the engine is big car companies tend to use a bigger honeycomb. Regarding the ounce the internation ounce weight is 31.1g but the US ounce weight is 28g.***CORRECTIONS TO YOUR ANSWER****There are in fact 31.1 grams to a TROY OUNCE, which is the measurement used for precious metals. There are usually between 3 to 7 grams per catalytic converter, which is coated on a honeycomb ceramic substrate. There can be up to 15 grams of platinum in large truck catalytic converters.*Clarification*There are two types of converters, ones with the honycomb structures, and ones with platinum-coated pellets. The pellets are easy to harvest, but if you're going to havest them, make sure they're your own!
Do you have to have a catalytic converter on a 1994 geo prizm?
Yes. There are also two oxygen sensors referred to as upstream (O2) and downstream (sub O2) sensors. The O2 sensor is mounted on the exhaust manifold (there is a large silver heat shield in between the engine and radiator). The SubO2 sensor is located underneath the vehicle in from of the catalytic converter.
Are there more than one catalytic converters on a Subaru Forester and will after market parts be ok to replace them with?
A catalytic converter is designed to burn any raw fuel or other hydrocarbons that get past the combustion chamber. If it's large enough to handle the exhaust, it's ok to use an aftermarket converter. If you have a single exhaust system, you only have one converter. If it's a TRUE dual exhaust, you'll have 2.
Why does a catalytic converter have a honeycomb structure?
Because honeycomb structure provide large surface area to the exhaust gasses for reaction under the action of catalyst then any other structure.
A very large truck?
There are many types of trucks that are considered large. Monster trucks are some of the biggest trucks there are.
What will happen if you run a 5.7 liter without a Catalytic Converter?
Failure to maintain emissions equipment on your vehicle, especially by deliberately removing necessary equipment can be a violation of the law resulting in a large fine.
