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Can a catalytic converter be shipped to California?
you can order catalytic converters from other states ..they just have to be california legal.
Why are catalytic converters so expensive in California?
It really comes down to commodity pricing of rare, expensive, precious metals. It is fairly expensive to use enough of these metals in your catalytic converter to effectively reduce emissions, and this is the main controller of cost.
Can I use a non California catalytic converter?
In all other states that are not mentioned above, EPA-compliant aftermarket catalytic converters may be used for all repairs regardless of whether the vehicle was certified as legal for sale in the state of California.
Can you clean a catalytic converter?
To perform a routine clean on a catalytic converter, you can use the simple method of pouring a cleaning solution into the gas tank. An over-the-counter cleaner like Cataclean or even a lacquer thinner will work best. Sometimes a deep clean is necessary, and that involves removing the device.
Can you refurbish a catalytic converter?
You can potentially fix your catalytic converter on your own without having to actually go out and buy a new one. In many cases, a catalytic converter will stop functioning because it’s clogged and dirty as opposed to broken.
How much is a scrap catalytic converter worth?
| Metal/Material | Current Price |
|---|---|
| Exotic Cat Exotic catalytic converters are from foreign cars. GET QUOTE VIEW METAL DETAILS | $500.00/each |
| High Grade Domestic Cat Off domestic cars. GET QUOTE VIEW METAL DETAILS | $145.00/each |
| Pre-Domestic Cat Pre-Domestic Cat. GET QUOTE VIEW METAL DETAILS | $27.00/each |
Are there restrictions on aftermarket catalytic converters in California?
California Restrictions on Aftermarket Catalytic Converters Effective January 1st, 2009, California enacted a new law that all California vehicles must meet California’s emission standards.
What to do if there is no California approved converter?
If no listing is found for your vehicle it still may not mean there is no listing for your car. Give our sales department a call and we will make every attempt to find you a California approved unit at a discount price. We have a strong technical department and they can help you in figuring out any problems with the vehicle.
What happens if your catalytic converter does not match the EO number?
If the EO (executive order) number doesn’t not match the correct EO number as indicated on the California Air Resources Board website for Allowed Aftermarket Catalytic Converters, your vehicle will fail the visual portion of the smog check as an “emissions tamper”.
How to find a catalytic converter for your car?
Even though you may not find your vehicle in our database…WE CAN STILL HELP YOU! Following is the procedure to find a California approved Catalytic Converter for your vehicle: Follow this link to our database to look up your vehicle and find the cat for your car. If we have an California application in stock it will be listed in RED!