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06-26-2004, 10:31 PM | #1 | |
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catalytic converter
I have a 1976 bmw 2002
And to my knowledge 76 and up cars must have a catalytic converter. But the problem is that I cant find one. Any one know where to purchase one, besides from bmw because there $356. Or anything else to help it pass smog |
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07-07-2004, 06:30 AM | #2 | |
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Re: catalytic converter
I'm pretty sure 2002's never had them. My advice is learn how 2002's run and tune the thing up right. Buy a tii exhaust manifold, get some NGK spark plugs, make sure the plug wires are stock bosch, make sure the carburettor says 'Weber' on it, get a Pertronix ignition and keep your valves adjusted. Oh yeah, use Kendall 20w-50 oil. 2002's love that stuff.
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07-20-2004, 09:35 PM | #3 | |
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You have the last year 2002. It is actually a 1975 (2002 production stopped in Sept 1975), but sold in the US as a 1976. Congrats. They are a blast. In the US, Cat Converters were required on domestic cars from 1975 on. Imports, like your 2002, were exempt until 1978 /79. No 2002 ever had a Cat Converter. Further if you run unleaded gas in a 2002, unless your heads have been converted, you will burn up the valves and seats. You can buy an additive for your gas that will replace the lead. or you can have the valves and seats redone (read as expensive)
As far as emmissions go.... In most every state (except maybe california) your car is over 25 years old and exempt (you may have to register it as a classic, which might "legally" limit when and how often you can drive it, but I have been ignoring that "law" for 15 yrs) happy motoring!!! |
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10-31-2005, 08:40 PM | #4 | ||
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Re: catalytic converter
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Do you have suggestions for good places to pick up parts? Thanks for any info! |
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