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03-11-2004, 09:05 PM
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Info On catalytic converter
I don't really own any car or anything like that but i just wanted to know something about catalytic converter. If you remove it its illegal here in Illinois. WHY? and what does catalytic converter do when you remove?
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03-11-2004, 09:27 PM
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Ya, the convertor is on the vehical for emissions reasons. By federal law all cars MUST have the convertor on now. So, I guess thats it. I know people who just hack the whole thing off and run straight headers. Have fun, hope I answered the question.
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03-12-2004, 11:13 AM
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Re: Info On catalytic converter
Most new cars have what is called a three way catalytic converter. What it does is that it convert CO, HC and NOx into substances that are more "healty" like CO2, N2 and H2O.
The catalytic converter has a core with a very large surface area which can be made from ceramics or stainless steel. This surface is then coated with noble metals that work as a catalyst like platinum.
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