I did it on my 1.8T, it's not a complicated job but there is very littl
access/clearance to get at some of the bolts, which are probabl
rusted/seized on, so its a b*** getting them off, and slightly less s
torquing the new ones on. having a lift would definitely help, or a
least jack up the car on all 4's as high as you can first, and spra
penetrating oil on the nuts at least the night before (don't start th
engine until you're finished). It helps to have a few ratchet extension
and swivel joints /swivel sockets, & a long handle swivel head 3/8
socket wrench.

For $1500 ea/ i'd get a second opinion. its possible there's a lot mor
in the way on the V6 that needs to be removed first, compared to th
1.8T, but its hard to imagine how it could take more than 1/2-day, or
day for a complete noob home mechanic

What make you think you need new CAT's anyway?  I though mine was dea
too, turns out its just the O2 sensor, cat was fine

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fro

what are the symptoms of a Cat that needs replacing?

I just had my car drive cleaned and it passed. But the codes say tha
it is below threshold.
Not really noticing and poor performance, but engine light is on

Just curious if anyone know

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davetremblet