Catalytic Converter options

[gwrabbit]

Hey everyone,

So my catalytic converter is shot and the shop I go to (and who I trust) quoted me $800 for a catalytic converter + labor. I live in a state with no emissions testing but at the same time, I heard that having a bad cat can have a negative impact on performance.

So my question is, are there any "aftermarket" catalytic converters that you would recommend or would you just stick with OEM? I do have a laundry list of upgrades I'm planning on doing, I just want to take care of the underlying issues beforehand.

Other than that, the car is doing very well. No timing chain issues, cooked turbos, etc. (105k miles).

 

[SM105K]

Which one is toast? There are three.

 

[gwrabbit]

Which one is toast? There are three.

Bank 2 Catalytic Converter according to my paperwork.

 

[SM105K]

Bank 2 Catalytic Converter according to my paperwork.

If you are going to upgrade in the future this would be a great time to upgrade your DP's then.

 

[gwrabbit]

If you are going to upgrade in the future this would be a great time to upgrade your DP's then.

Ok, my SHO did come with Corsa exhaust when I bought it. What would you recommend?

 

[SM105K]

Ok, my SHO did come with Corsa exhaust when I bought it. What would you recommend?

Well it was only a catback I presume. I recommend PPE downpipes. Either Catted or Not Catted. They are amazing.

 

[FiveLeeter918]

PPE if you want to stay catted, Stainless Works for offroad.

 

[FiveLeeter918]

PPE if you want to stay catted, Stainless Works for offroad.

 

[gwrabbit]

Well it was only a catback I presume. I recommend PPE downpipes. Either Catted or Not Catted. They are amazing.

Ok, I'll check those out. Thanks!