RedLexusSC400 Posted August 20, 2004 Share Posted August 20, 2004 I've done a lot of freeway driving lately, and after about 30 minutes on the freeway, i have noticed heat coming up from the e-brake... after an hour or two you can feel the heat holding your hand 6 inches over the seat and the bolts underneath are almost too hot to touch by hand. Can anyone tell me what this is? If my brake is somehow wearing... I've made sure it is all the way down, the light is off and everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDOwen2 Posted August 20, 2004 Share Posted August 20, 2004 I would guess it's the heat from the catalytic converter. Check and see if the shielding is still on. Might be time for a new one. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedLexusSC400 Posted August 20, 2004 Author Share Posted August 20, 2004 So if it is that third cat, am I able to just cut that one out of there and replace it with an x-pipe? I've been wanting to get rid of that one and the resinators and just run straight pipe to cut down on some of that restriction. Just don't know if I would be cutting any sensors out or what... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Curious Posted August 21, 2004 Share Posted August 21, 2004 So if it is that third cat, am I able to just cut that one out of there and replace it with an x-pipe? I've been wanting to get rid of that one and the resinators and just run straight pipe to cut down on some of that restriction. Just don't know if I would be cutting any sensors out or what... at least you have an excuse to get an exhaust made :D. exhaust shops wont delete the third cat though. go to lexussoarer.com if you want any type of exhaust made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Witt Posted August 21, 2004 Share Posted August 21, 2004 I experience the same thing you describe. I have noticed that if I have the AC on and the windows closed, I never notice it. But, if I have the windows closed and I open the sunroof, it seems to pull the hot air up and out of the e-brake area. Try it and let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theodore Posted August 21, 2004 Share Posted August 21, 2004 I experience the same thing you describe. I have noticed that if I have the AC on and the windows closed, I never notice it. But, if I have the windows closed and I open the sunroof, it seems to pull the hot air up and out of the e-brake area.Try it and let me know. yeah i have the same problem. sunroof open and it feels like its sucking out heat. What is that from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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