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I cant think of how the trooper worded it but basically you are in violation of a federal code stating that ANY vehicle after a certain year MUST have a catalytic converter.....
However, that does NOT stop you from being able to 'gut' the insides out of it.... Unless it's after 1995 in which case you're screwed even if you do gut it
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Can a catalytic converter be bad and cause a engine to run poorly?
No your car will infact run better (more power), exhaust gasses are able to flow much more freely without a Cat. The downside you will shorten the life of everyone who drives behind you as a Catalytic Converter Converts deady gases to less harmful gases. Highly Illeagal to remove these from you car. Fines in Australia are something in the order of $10,000.
Bought a car as-is in fl at a buy here pay here place without a catalytic converterCan I do anything about it?
The seller has a responsibility that the vehicle will compy with federal law at the time it is being sold. Take it back to them and tell them to add a catalytic converter or take it back for a refund of your purchase price.
Why would the catalytic converters get red hot and glow as well as effect power on a 2001 Yukon XL with a 5.3 liter Vortec engine?
Excess fuel can super-heat the converter causing the converter to meltdown. The excess fuel can be the result of many possible engine malfunctions. The converter meltdown would result in blocked exhaust flow resulting in power loss. At this point the converters are junk. Do not just replace the converters without correcting the cause.
Are catalytic converters good or bad?
No # It is illegal # It will harm the economy and performance of the car
If you have 7 sticks make it 24 without bending breaking them?
Arrange the sticks as XXIV (Roman Number of 24)
What does driving without a catalytic converter do to your engine?
Creates excess hydrocarbon emissions.
Will it hurt your New motor in your jeep to run without a catalytic converter?
If the vehicle came from the factory with a catalytic converter is illegal to remove it. It will also not run properly without the catalytic converter install.
Is a truck louder without catalytic converters?
It can be, but it is illegal to remove a catalytic converter.It can be, but it is illegal to remove a catalytic converter.
Does driving without a catalytic converter makes your vehicle sound loud?
yes and its illegal if your car goes through emissions
Can you drive a car without a catalytic converter?
Yes, a car can be driven without a catalytic converter. However, it is illegal to drive a car without them because of emissions.
Can you run without a catalytic converter?
Can? Yes. Should you? No. It is illegal to drive a car that came equipped with a catalytic converter without one. There is no benefit to removing a converter from a modern car.
What happens if you put a muffler on without a catalytic converter?
It is illegal to remove a catalytic converter from any road vehicle.
Is it ok to run a car without catalytic converter?
No.
How will vehicle run without catalytic converter?
A vehicle that is supposed to have a catalytic converter and it is missing or repaired will run with higher pollution output.
Can a 1999 Chevy Tahoe run good without a catalytic converter?
If you remove a catalytic converter, you are breaking the law. It is a $2500 fine. It will not run right anyway, because of the oxygen sensor after the catalytic system. You are just going to get horrible fuel mileage if the cat is removed, and a check engine light that is annoying as hell.
What is an easy way to cut off a catalytic converter?
It is illegal to remove a catalytic converter without replacing it. Don't cut it off, unbolt it.
Is it illegal for a dealer to sell a car without a catalytic converter?
Yes and No. A dealer should not be able to sell a car without a catalytic converter. However, the dealer should assume that every car it purchases has a catalytic converter. Therefore, if the dealer was unaware, then the dealer has no liability in selling a car without a CAT. Ultimately, the liability lies in the individual whom removed the catalytic converter in the first place.
