Patrick E

I've got a catalytic converter that rattles at idle, making the car sound like crap (it runs fine, however). My indy and the dealer both acknowledge that the cat is bad, but the dealer won't change it under warranty until it triggers a CEL. They'd be happy to change it out on my nickel, which is pretty pricey. I've considered buying the part through Sunset and doing the install myself, but wanted to run it by the board. Feasible DIY job? Worth the cash? Should I just wait until the CEL comes on?

smankow

how long has it been rattling? It is only a matter of time before the CEL comes on. Did you check with another dealer to see if they'd cover it? If the part is bad, it should be replaced under the emissions warranty without problems (just had mine replaced again in October). I'd hate to see them invalidate your emissions warranty by you installing the cat yourself.


Steve

Chads996

Very easy DIY job. Everything is right there in front of you. Go with 100 count performance cats...

C.

Tippy

Yes

manny_g

Patrick: I have a set of of oem cats that i'm selling. the cats came from a 01 996 cab with 12k miles. i'm selling the pair for $400.00 plus shipping. let me know if you are interested.

aben8057

Patrick,

A very simple DIY job.
Just think of it...the money you save on labor can go towards other mods.

UCrazyKid

Wait for the CEL

smankow

if he waits for the CEL to come on (should be soon) he won't have to spend ANY $$ as it's a warranty issue.

Barn996

The dealer should replace it for nada. Be patient Grasshopper...a free new cat is in your future.