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Re: Replacement exhaust system '88 P/U
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> In years past, I might have "modified" the cat, but we have to have a
> smog inspection every two years. Without the cat, my pickup would fail
> and be listed as a gross poluter. Can't afford for that to happen...
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> Tom - Vista, CA[/color]
I wouldn'r bother replacing the cat unless it is rusted or not working.
If treated well they last. I just smogged my 92 V6 4x4 with 230,000 on
it. It passed with flying colors (three days later my O2 sensor quit,
though).
In california, it pays to stick with something near the stock setup if
you want to get it smogged. This should only cost a few hundred dollars
not $2500. The deaer is probably sticking you for many hours at
$140/hrs. Also do not replace the manifold just because it is rusty on
the outside. These are heavy duty and will last a long time. Only
replace it if they it is rusted through. The dealer is charging you a
few hundred in parts and labor for that.
You can do all of the work yourself because most of these are simply
bolt on replacements. You might need an impact wrench to get the rusted
nuts/bolts loose, but you can rent one of those.
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