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Is putting in a new catalytic converter and/or O2 sensor a do it yourself job if you know what your doing?
For everyone commenting about the possibility of myself doing a DIY that's not the case.
11 Answers
- Anonymous2 months ago
Depends.
Cat is bolted on my old Chevy. Still might take special tool.
O2 sensors are a snap.
Even If welded-on, a carbide wheel at Harbor Freight is cheap. Put it on a drill. A tailpipe expander, too.
Extension pipes and clamps at any auto parts place.
- Anonymous2 months ago
Best test. If you need to ask, a CAT is no DIY. Just leave the dam thing alone. A CAT can cost you more than the car is worth.
- STEVEN FLv 72 months ago
An O2 sensor is fairly easy for most people. The catalytic convertor is more than most people are equipped to handle. If you have to ask, you have ZERO business messing with the catalytic converter.
- AnonymousLv 72 months ago
No. Especially if you don't have access to a torch as back up when messing around with exhaust parts.
- CactiJoeLv 72 months ago
Most important item to investigate is whether or not the catalytic converter is welded to the exhaust or bolted to the exhaust. That's the $2,000 question. Bolted can be easier if you can get those old corroded bolts out with or without a torch. (Propane or MAPP gas torch for the DIY guy) Might have stainless bolts, might have grade 5 or grade 8 bolts. If it is welded to the exhaust (a good number of cars have stainless steel exhaust from the exhaust manifold to the tailpipe) which is very difficult to cut with a saw and usually has to be cut with a oxy/acetylene torch.
O2 sensor is a walk in the park.
- thebax2006Lv 72 months ago
You know anyone that has to ask this certainly doesn't have a clue what they are doing or it would be done already instead of asking strangers dumb questions.
- Anonymous2 months ago
You put the car on a lift or jack stands and see if you can do it. A cat converter is usually welded, not a DIY evolution.
- Anonymous2 months ago
You Tube could help you there. Cats cost so they are welded on(less likely to be stolen) Muffler clamps won't do. If you need a cat there is a good chance the whole exhaust pipe needs replacing...due to rust. While I can do it, I won't and let a muffler shop do it.
- Anonymous2 months ago
If you knew what you were doing you wouldn't be asking here. Cats are usually welded on at one end.