Catalytic Converter Gs 400

[dave1548]

i have to replace my cat on my gs400 now i would like to do both if possible without taking a big hit on pocket. I am wondering if anyone has used a universal cat on their car and how it work out. did you have to mod anything. and if you did use universal where u get if from or brand name. apparently in vancouver canada they dont have a universal for it they say at a few shops, and lexus wants 700 canadian for one.

all help appriciated

cheers

[TurboGS300]

I used a universal on my GS3 and it works fine! You may have to weld in a bung for the 02 sensor if it located near the cat. <_<

[dave1548]

anyone know the size of the pipe or should i leave it to the shop to make something work. and does it make ur car louder using universal or not

[melhadri]

What year is your vehicle? How many miles do you have on it?

I think there is a Federal Gov't Emmissions Program, where all Manufactures are responsible for replacing malfuctioned major emmission components, such as the Cat, free of charge. However, the car must meet a certain criteria: no older than 8 yrs old and less than 80k miles. Do a search and you may find more about this topic. I wouldnt be to thrilled with replacing the CAT, as it may cost $1k+. Hope this helps.

[GuyTelefunken]

anyone know the size of the pipe or should i leave it to the shop to make something work.   and does it make ur car louder using universal or not

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The sound shouldn't change noticibly. The Cat isn't responsible for much of the sound, the multiple silencers and mufflers do that.

I had a look around and I don't seem to see a supplier for cats for GS models 1998 and up. If anyone finds an aftermarket supplier, let us know!

[dcfish]

i have to replace my cat on my gs400 now i would like to do both if possible without taking a big hit on pocket.  I am wondering if anyone has used a universal cat on their car and how it work out. did you have to mod anything. and if you did use universal where u get if from or brand name. apparently in vancouver canada they dont have a universal for it they say at a few shops, and lexus wants 700 canadian for one.

all help appriciated

cheers

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Last year my left bank cat tripped my cel and brought it to the dealer and they replaced it for $0.00 and they even gave me a new es to drive . Contact the dealer and ask what the criteria is and take it from there. Good Luck !!! B)