Where to Get a Catalyst Converter?
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Where to Get a Catalyst Converter?
Hey,
I have a 2000 Acura TL with close to 130k miles and recently had my check engine light on with a code of PO420. The light was reset but a few hours later it appeared again. I received a second opinion and indeed I was told to replace my catalyst converter with the total job being $1209 with part plus labor.
I obviously do not want to spend that much money and have recently found some websites selling converters at an average price of $170. I am assuming that these are after market prices, but I am a bit hesitant to purchase an after market converter over the internet, but I would like to replace it as soon as possible.
Is it possible for someone to recommend where I can get a reasonablely priced converter from a reputable website, auto store, etc. in the Brooklyn, NY area? OR is it worth getting an after market converter?
Please help.
I have a 2000 Acura TL with close to 130k miles and recently had my check engine light on with a code of PO420. The light was reset but a few hours later it appeared again. I received a second opinion and indeed I was told to replace my catalyst converter with the total job being $1209 with part plus labor.
I obviously do not want to spend that much money and have recently found some websites selling converters at an average price of $170. I am assuming that these are after market prices, but I am a bit hesitant to purchase an after market converter over the internet, but I would like to replace it as soon as possible.
Is it possible for someone to recommend where I can get a reasonablely priced converter from a reputable website, auto store, etc. in the Brooklyn, NY area? OR is it worth getting an after market converter?
Please help.
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have you tried contacting your local muffler shops, and or your local auto parts stores??
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Originally Posted by cejody
a local auto parts shop like auto zone or pep boys?
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You should be able to get a muffler shop to do that for 300-400 dollars... Parts & labor.
You should be able to get an aftermarket catalytic convertor much cheaper than an OEM.
You should be able to get an aftermarket catalytic convertor much cheaper than an OEM.
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Originally Posted by cejody
Hey,
I have a 2000 Acura TL with close to 130k miles and recently had my check engine light on with a code of PO420. The light was reset but a few hours later it appeared again. I received a second opinion and indeed I was told to replace my catalyst converter with the total job being $1209 with part plus labor.
I obviously do not want to spend that much money and have recently found some websites selling converters at an average price of $170. I am assuming that these are after market prices, but I am a bit hesitant to purchase an after market converter over the internet, but I would like to replace it as soon as possible.
Is it possible for someone to recommend where I can get a reasonablely priced converter from a reputable website, auto store, etc. in the Brooklyn, NY area? OR is it worth getting an after market converter?
Please help.
I have a 2000 Acura TL with close to 130k miles and recently had my check engine light on with a code of PO420. The light was reset but a few hours later it appeared again. I received a second opinion and indeed I was told to replace my catalyst converter with the total job being $1209 with part plus labor.
I obviously do not want to spend that much money and have recently found some websites selling converters at an average price of $170. I am assuming that these are after market prices, but I am a bit hesitant to purchase an after market converter over the internet, but I would like to replace it as soon as possible.
Is it possible for someone to recommend where I can get a reasonablely priced converter from a reputable website, auto store, etc. in the Brooklyn, NY area? OR is it worth getting an after market converter?
Please help.
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try this site http://www.performancecombos.com/converters.cfm they have magnaflow and other good reputable brands. it may cost more than 150$ but itll be worth it
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Originally Posted by brakejobhelp
WAIT
have the spark plugs been changed yet? this has caused this code in the past...
have the spark plugs been changed yet? this has caused this code in the past...
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
unlikely that spark plugs would throw that code, more likely a bad o2 or a bad cat
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Originally Posted by brakejobhelp
it's happened before on this board... and a bad plug with a bad burn could cause this
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thanks guys! i am going to take it to acura to know what it really is because all of your suggestions can be the problem spark plugs, cat, o2. i will keep you guys posted on what acrua tells me as well.
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