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Car Forum / Ford / Ford Cars / May 2008Someone please help!!
My 1996 Ford Windstar has failed aircare due to high NOx emissions. I have already tried the stupid tricks that BTW, DON’T WORK. Anyway, the mechanic told me it’s the cat converter. He also told me it will be $900 for me to fix it. His explanation was that FORD has put two cat converters into the windstar and that the Universal cat converter cannot be installed. He said there was actually room for a third cat converter that he could install and that would be $200 plus labour...seems a little fishy to me to install a third to clean up what the two aren’t doing, but w/e. Apparently he has cleaned up the valves (something to do with the EGR), that the EGR itself was fine and my Ox sensors were also working fine. It has to be the cat converter he says. So now, I am a mother with 4 children 6 and under and NO VEHICLE because I can’t pass aircare and I have a mechanic who wants to mark up the parts my van needs. Can someone please tell me if the universal cat converter can actually be installed (if it can’t then why would they make it?!?!?!). It’s a 3.8L, automatic transmission, a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, with the proper diagnostic equipment, that can determines WHY the CAT NEEDS to be cleaning things up. Apparently he CAT is trying to do more than that for which it was designed. Obviously the fuel/air is operating outside of the design specs, if the CAT can not clean up the exhaust. The problem could be as simple as a bad plug or two. > My 1996 Ford Windstar has failed aircare due to high NOx emissions. I > have already tried the stupid tricks that BTW, DONT WORK. Anyway, [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > why would they make it?!?!?!). Its a 3.8L, automatic transmission, > a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. > If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, What is a combatant shop? Is that where you buy guns and rent Army tanks? with the proper > diagnostic equipment, that can determines WHY the CAT NEEDS to be cleaning > things up. Apparently he CAT is trying to do more than that for which it [quoted text clipped - 23 lines] >> why would they make it?!?!?!). Its a 3.8L, automatic transmission, >> a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. I'm sure that guy I was replying to understood, but thanks to guys like you I never need to waste my valuable time proof reading. If my automatic spell checker does not catch it I can count on you to explain it to the other slow minded hat didn't get it. ;) >> If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, > [quoted text clipped - 28 lines] >>> why would they make it?!?!?!). Its a 3.8L, automatic transmission, >>> a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop... __________________________________________________ Jeff wrote: What is a combatant shop? Is that where you buy guns and rent Army tanks? __________________________________________________ I'm sure that guy I was replying to understood. I never need to waste my valuable time proofreading. I count on guys like you you to explain it to the other slow minded that didn't get it. ;) _________________________________________________ Mike Hunt must be a god here. His admirers hang on his every word, phrase, and sentence, searching for an error, a contradiction or a spinnable nuance, then race each other to crow their discovery to the world. Rodan. > Mike Hunt must be a god here. Nope, just an incoherent moron with lots of tall tales but no credibility. >If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop... >__________________________________________________ [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > >Rodan. I'd like to see if Mike Hunt even knows the word that fits properly in that sentence and turns it into an erudite thought. "Combatant" isn't it - and nobody else help him. This can be a gnarly thing.... In the past, I have been called to task for berating someones spelling. "Ahh did a guggle serch fer hedd guskett an ah dint find nuthin". Since then, Google has adopted some sort of "sloppy logic" and will ask if you meant <something similar>... but that can only go so far.... So... what does this have to do with Mike? Mike is, apparently, dyslexic - I'm told that this isn't a sin. Combatant and competent are pretty close so we should give him the benefit.... WTF? We're all perfect? Since you guys are so willing to bring up the subject, let's dally on some real "faux pas" that the rest of the world gets from the dominant country. Is it "then" or "than"... There is a real problem with using these words in proper context... Similar in sound and spelling, they are worlds apart in meaning. "I would rather have lunch THEN give him a blow job" is a totally different statement from "I would rather have lunch THAN give him a blow job". "My car wont 'crank'". To some, this means the motor wont turn over... to others it means the motor will turn over but it wont start... Ask what "my motor wont crank" means and there is a chance that someone will look at you like you have a third eye... A lot of posts made to UseNet are made by those that would love to appear experienced. It's a "guy" thing - we are supposed to be wise in things mechanical. Ain't gonna happen. Most times it's easy to tell when someone is feeding a line. Sometimes it's hard. Bottom line is "if you need help - be up front". Don't cloud the issue with "what you THINK". Describe the concern in detail.... try to avoid "it sounds like the <thing> is bad without any supporting symptoms. I wish all of you perfect people would get off your collective a.ses and start running the world the way it should be run. Mikes spelling mistake isn't going to be the ruin of the Earth. Dwelling on non-issues will deflect YOUR interest away from those things you should be concerned about. f.ck... and you guys are allowed to vote... > If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop... > __________________________________________________ [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > > Rodan. > Mikes spelling mistake isn't going to be the ruin of the Earth. That should be "Mike's". :-P "My car wont 'crank'". To some, this means the motor wont turn over... to others it means the motor will turn over but it wont start..." That one drives me absolutly nuts!!!!! You get a call on the phone and your wife says, " it won't turn over". So, you say, " You turn the key and nothing happens?" Yeah, "Something happens .. the motor makes that sound." You say, "OK, so, let me get this straight .. you turn the key and the motor turns over but just won't start, right?" "And not only won't it turn over, but I hear a clicking sound sometimes." "You mean when trying to start it?" "No, that was when I started it up this morning in the driveway, but it quit a few minutes later." "So, is it still doing it?" "No, not now, while I'm trying to get it to turn over." ROFL! you just made my day. > This can be a gnarly thing.... In the past, I have been called to task for > berating someones spelling. "Ahh did a guggle serch fer hedd guskett an ah [quoted text clipped - 58 lines] >> >> Rodan. > If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, She should look for guns and knives and an owner with a black eye? > with the proper > diagnostic equipment, that can determines WHY the CAT NEEDS to be cleaning > things up. That's what catalytic converters do. However; that is NOT what guns and knives do. > Apparently he CAT is trying to do more than that for which it > was designed. Obviously the fuel/air is operating outside of the design > specs, It's not obvious at all unless you see some test numbers in her post that I don't. > if the CAT can not clean up the exhaust. The problem could be as > simple as a bad plug or two. Gee, you'd think she would have mentioned the rough running symptom. As odd as it may sound, customers are, all to often, the cause of wasted time (and therefore expense) because they tend to leave things out. (I have no idea if they are hoping for a cheaper invoice by minimizing the concern, but it sounds plausible). The tech can get into a diagnosis that starts with some extreme basics only to discover that there is "something" the owner hasn't mentioned. If we ask why they didn't say the car had done <this> or does <that> too, the reply is usually "I didn't think it mattered". And this happens nearly every day and even several times in one day... It isn't the tech deciding how much a repair is going to cost, it is the car. The tech is simply the messenger. FWIW, an engine misfire is going to have a greater effect on HC and CO production than it will on NOx production. Any condition that can drive combustion temps up, will increase NOx production. However, misfires can destroy the converter... The resulting meltdown may or may not restrict the exhaust flow. For the original poster... While I am not familiar with "universal" type catalytic converters, these "fits all" devices aren't accurately sized for any particuaar applications (neither physically nor in their ability to deal with exhaust flow and/or byproducts). I've often seen owners treated to added expense because the less costly alternative didn't quite make the grade (I think you'll find that these aftermarket suppliers will only offer a "replacement" warranty rather than a money back warranty). BEFORE the cat is replaced, it is crucial that the EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) system be thoroughly tested to ensure that it is functioning as required. Depending on the engine in your Windstar, it may have a "ported EGR" type system. These small passages can become plugged with carbon, robbing some cylinders of EGR flow and causing higher than normal NOx numbers. Extreme cases can result in a car that has a rough idle concern or even a stumble on acceleration but it can often go un-noticed, as well. It can take a fairly talented tech to accurately diagnose this system. > Gee, you'd think she would have mentioned the rough running symptom. Every once in a while one of the spark plugs falls out and I have to put it back in, but other than that the idle seems to be fine. I’m not sure what misfiring is but I assume to someone like myself it would just run "rough". Occasionally, it does, then I restart it and it’s fine. The mechanic is " aircare certified" which means he has a gas analyzer and a relatively good record for repairs relating to aircare. He said the EGR and system is fine, although on the invoice it says he repaired vacume leak. Apparently he cleaned out the "ports" that can build up causing high NOx emissions. The only explanation I got was everything else works the way it’s supposed to so my cat converter is shot. I don’t think he’s neccesarily wrong, the head gasket went on my van prior to me purchasing it, a new engine was put in...I’ve replaced two transmissions...a radiator...a couple batteries, an alternator, the berring on the front right 2 or 3 times now... I’ve owned this car for 3-4 years. I am frequently asked if my engine light is on, it’s not. For the most part the vehicle seems to run relatively smooth. My dash lights are out, not sure if it’s electrical or just the bulbs, and frankly I don’t have the money for a technician to figure it out. I have bad luck with mechanics, they always try to scam me...it’s really quite frusterating, I may not know about vehicles but I’m not stupid. I did a little checking around for parts and I can get a ford cat converter locally for $500. The mechanic wanted $628 for his, tried telling me that his distributor is giving him a discount on this price...which is BS because I called the same person he did and without a discount on the part is $500 and some change. If it will help...here are the numbers. I did two tests... Day 1: HC (g/km), max allowed 0.5000, vehicle reading 0.3193, avg pass 0.0873 CO (g/km), max allowed 8.0800, vehicle reading 2.8459, avg pass 1.9758 NOx (g/km) Max allowed 1.1200, vehicle reading 1.4698, avg pass 0.6229 I was advised to put fuel injecrot cleaner into my tank and premium fuel, then drive to heat up the cat...drove for over an hour Day 2: HC (g/km), Max allowed 0.5000, vehicle reading 0.2357, avg pass 0.0873 CO (g/km), Max allowed 8.0800, vehicle reading 2.3989, avg pass 1.9758 NOx (g/km), Max allowed 1.1200, vehicle reading 1.6969, avg pass 0.622 > As odd as it may sound, customers are, all to often, the cause > of wasted [quoted text clipped - 59 lines] > > Gee, you'd think she would have mentioned the rough running > symptom.  SignaturePosted at author's request, using moderated http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface Thread archive: http://www.AutoBoardz.com/help-ftopict247389.html > Every once in a while one of the spark plugs falls out and I have to > put it back in, but other than that the idle seems to be fine. I’m > not sure what misfiring is but I assume to someone like myself it > would just run "rough". Occasionally, it does, then I restart it > and it’s fine. Ignore Mike Hunt, he thinks he knows about auto repair. > The mechanic is " aircare certified" which means he has a gas > analyzer and a relatively good record for repairs relating to aircare. [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > was everything else works the way it’s supposed to so my cat converter > is shot. He shouldn't be guessing in that he can measure the NOx -before- the cat and compare the readings to the post cat sample to determine whether the reducing bed is working as it should. > I don’t think he’s neccesarily wrong, the head gasket went on my van > prior to me purchasing it, a new engine was put in...I’ve replaced two > transmissions...a radiator...a couple batteries, an alternator, the > berring on the front right 2 or 3 times now... Coolant will poison a catalytic converter. > I’ve owned this car for 3-4 years. > [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > price...which is BS because I called the same person he did and > without a discount on the part is $500 and some change. Neither price sound legitimate. My parts look up lists Ford part number F68Z-5F250-AAD catalytic converter assembly with a list price of $1447.80 > If it will help...here are the numbers. I did two tests... > [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > > NOx (g/km) Max allowed 1.1200, vehicle reading 1.4698, avg pass 0.6229 Looks to have control of fuel, HC isn't high so there's probably no misfire. > I was advised to put fuel injecrot cleaner into my tank and premium > fuel, then drive to heat up the cat...drove for over an hour [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > NOx (g/km), Max allowed 1.1200, vehicle reading 1.6969, avg pass > 0.6229 NOx went up. Stop dumping magic elixir in the tank. Sounds like you have a reasonable and acceptable diagnosis. You are under no obligation to have that shop complete the repair. You should pay him for the labor and diagnostic services he as already rendered and go out to the yellow pages and call about 5 smog and or muffler repair shops. Ask them if the description of the problem and other shop's solution sounds reasonable (i.e how its better to add a third than replace the original) and of course, how much would they charge to fix it. Compare those quotes to your original shop and give it to the one you can trust and afford it may be the original shop. If the diagnosis is correct, anyone can finish the job. Your mechanic's shop labor rate and markup are what they are and he uses those guidelines to quote his repair. His quote is not BS, he may have more overhard to support, give a better warranty, use new parts etc that may justify a higher price. If he choses to give a discount on labor, that would be nice but he is not obligated. Just look for another shop to do the repair but few places will let you give them parts to put in. For example, if you come in with a cat converter (of whatever source) and insist they install it and then later you still fail smog check (that's what we call aircare in CA) then you may not want to pay him but you should. You may claim that it was a wrong diagnosis and the only way to prove it would be to replace the cat again with a reliable source, an obvoiusly inefficient and painful course. Frankly, it sounds like you need a new vehicle but I understand economics may not allow that. It may be that two or more things have failed based on the repair history. A new engine throws a lot of variables into why the CAT failed in the first place. > Every once in a while one of the spark plugs falls out and I have to > put it back in, but other than that the idle seems to be fine. I'm [quoted text clipped - 116 lines] > > > Gee, you'd think she would have mentioned the rough running > > symptom. > BEFORE the cat is replaced, it is crucial that the EGR (exhaust gas > recirculation) system be thoroughly tested to ensure that it is functioning [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > even a stumble on acceleration but it can often go un-noticed, as well. It > can take a fairly talented tech to accurately diagnose this system. It's pretty simple to check if a ported egr system is clogged, just actuate the EGR valve at idle, if the engine does not change speed and the valve is good, the ports are plugged. What requires a talented tech is when the ports are NOT plugged, and the valve IS good, and there are no vacuum leaks and the EGR valve is still not actuating. Unfortunately, the real problem here is that in so many of these smog check things, a lot of mekaniks* have discovered if you slap a new, universal cat in there, it's typically a NOX and HC reducing cat - and it will get them past the smog check - then 6 months later when the universal is burned out because the underlying problem with the engine was never corrected, if the customer comes back the mekanik* just replaces the universal with straight pipe and gets his $100 from the catcon recycling people. Then they are good for another 2 years until the next smog check, and by then since the engine was never fixed properly, it's likely died and the car is in a wrecking yard. The OP didn't say the mileage on this van but it's probably not been maintained, and the rings are worn and the thing is burning oil. The car probably also has high HC's which they are masking with the usual trick of throwing a couple cans of drygas into the tank. The mekanik* is probably figuring the van is about at the end of it's life and will go any day. Ted * mekanik: hayseed pretending to be a real mechanic. > As odd as it may sound, customers are, all to often, the cause of wasted > time (and therefore expense) because they tend to leave things out. (I have [quoted text clipped - 30 lines] > even a stumble on acceleration but it can often go un-noticed, as well. It > can take a fairly talented tech to accurately diagnose this system. Good post Jim. >> If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, > [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > >Gee, you'd think she would have mentioned the rough running symptom. And a bad plug, or 2 or even 6 will NOT make high NOX. ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** > If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, with the proper > diagnostic equipment, that can determines WHY the CAT NEEDS to be cleaning [quoted text clipped - 26 lines] > > - Show quoted text - So monkfish; what makes you an authority on cat converters? It's clear you do not know what is going on. If something simple like a bad plug or two was the problem, I' sure the technician diagnosing the problem would notice. See a bad plug or two is manifest with what is called an engine miss, which the average driver would say it runs rough. The technician would then be going down a different diagnostic path. Why aren't you asking stupid questions that have no meaning like you do in other groups groups? >If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, with the proper >diagnostic equipment, that can determines WHY the CAT NEEDS to be cleaning >things up. Apparently he CAT is trying to do more than that for which it >was designed. Obviously the fuel/air is operating outside of the design >specs, if the CAT can not clean up the exhaust. The problem could be as >simple as a bad plug or two. I assume you mean COMPETENT shop. I suspect the one she is using IS competent, and the reduction bed of the factory cat is dead. Adding a reduction bed cat would likely solve the problem, for now - but it really should have the "3 way" catalyst replaced. The reduction cat will not work properly if too far from the manifold as it needs to run hot, The oxydation bed of the 3 way cat makes sure the reduction bed runs hot enough to function. >> My 1996 Ford Windstar has failed aircare due to high NOx emissions. I >> have already tried the stupid tricks that BTW, DONT WORK. Anyway, [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] >> why would they make it?!?!?!). Its a 3.8L, automatic transmission, >> a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** I suspect it is NOT competent or they would be looking to determine WHY it is not doing its job rather than simply suggesting it be replaced... I would take it to a shop that made that determination first, but that's just me >>If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, with the >>proper [quoted text clipped - 36 lines] > > ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** >I suspect it is NOT competent or they would be looking to determine WHY it >is not doing its job rather than simply suggesting it be replaced... I >would take it to a shop that made that determination first, but that's just >me Well, I'm a mechanic. If the EGR is working right, the HC and CO are in range, and the engine is not running hot, with no CEL lit, the only thing left is the cat. And they DO wear out over time. It IS possible, with a gas analyzer, to check the NOX pre-cat and post-cat and see what the cat is doing, if anything. Looking at the numbers, I'd say there is a good chance the oxidation catalyst is getting a bit weak too - I'm suspicious the vehicle has been badly neglected, and the WinStar was no gem right from new - but a new converter will, in all likelihood, get the vehicle to pass NOW, and if nothing else happens, likely still produce a pass in 2 years. She says it has a "new" engine in it. We don't know if it was "new", "rebuilt", "reconditioned", or just "different" We don't know if it is a 3.0 or a 3.8. 3.8 engines dropped like flies - 3.0 engines were pretty decent. >>>If it were me I would take the vehicle to a combatant shop, with the >>>proper [quoted text clipped - 36 lines] >> >> ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** When I said new engine, I meant brand new out of the box, it’s a 3.8L as per my original post. I don’t know what you mean about badly neglected...is there something I’m supposed to do other than the regular oil changes? The engine was replaced when I bought the vehicle, they were trying to sell it with a blown head gasket, since I wasn’t about to buy it that way, they put in a brand new engine. The transmission they put in was used. The first time I took it to aircare I passed just fine. It’s been two years and now I am failing. Unfortunately I can’t just buy a new vehicle...or I would have, a long time ago. For the person who posted about me giving bogus prices...Ford charges about $1400 for the part AND the labour to install it. The part itself is a little over $500. I called them already, they were like, my first call when I found out. My local parts distributor (lordco) was my second. Someone asked what "tricks" I used. Fuel injector cleaner, premium fuel and driving for a while first before going in. The next set of suggestions got outrageous, like, put ice in the air box...I didn’t even bother. The mechanic cleaned out the ports or w/e they are called...the lines that can get carbon build up and cause high readings...he drove it and it still failed (although I think he just used his gas analyzer instead of taking it through aircare). The numbers are posted in a previous post.. "clare at snyder dot ontar" wrote > On Mon, 19 May 2008 21:34:50 -0400, "Mike hunt" > <mikehunt22@lycos.com> [quoted text clipped - 103 lines] > > ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** >When I said new engine, I meant brand new out of the box, it’s a 3.8L >as per my original post. [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] >way, they put in a brand new engine. The transmission they put in was >used. Put in the new catalitic converter and you should be good to go then. And watch the coolant like a hawk, because coolant leaks are a common problem on 3.8s, and they are usually "fatal" Head gaskets, intake manifolds and front covers have a tendancy to leak on them. ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** > My 1996 Ford Windstar has failed aircare due to high NOx emissions. I > have already tried the stupid tricks that BTW, DON’T WORK. Anyway, [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > why would they make it?!?!?!). It’s a 3.8L, automatic transmission, > a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. Even "IF" the cat were the problem, adding a third to supplement the two worn out cats isn't a good idea. An old cat can be rotten and crusting up inside. The small bits and pieces can plug up the new one if it is mounted downstream. Also, depending on the smog check tech that you get, you might be gigged for having three instead of two. He is supposed to look under there and check for things like that. As Jim said,"BEFORE the cat is replaced, it is crucial that the EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) system be thoroughly tested to ensure that it is functioning as required." The EGR replaces air to the intake of the engine by substituting exhaust gas that is low in oxygen. This keeps the combustion temperature down, which lessens the creation of NOx. Better to pay to have it checked out at a place that deals only with smog issues. You might get lucky and have two cats that are purring fine and only have a small problem with the EGR system. > My 1996 Ford Windstar has failed aircare due to high NOx emissions. I > have already tried the stupid tricks that BTW, DON’T WORK. Anyway, [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > why would they make it?!?!?!). It’s a 3.8L, automatic transmission, > a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. Check out the prices for your cats here. The whole double assembly is way under $400 with tax and shipping included, and the universal is one hell of a lot less than the $200 that he wants for it. I have ordered from these people a couple of times and have never had a problem. You can also google around for a discount code. The last time I did that, I got an extra 5% off. Good luck >> My 1996 Ford Windstar has failed aircare due to high NOx emissions. I >> have already tried the stupid tricks that BTW, DON’T WORK. Anyway, [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > google around for a discount code. The last time I did that, I got an > extra 5% off. Good luck Oooops ... forgot to paste in the addy. http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/raframecatalog.php?carcode=1141636&parttype=5808 &a=FRc1141636k388823 > My 1996 Ford Windstar has failed aircare due to high NOx emissions. I > have already tried the stupid tricks that BTW, DON'T WORK. Anyway, [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > why would they make it?!?!?!). It's a 3.8L, automatic transmission, > a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. It very well could be the front O2 sensor(s). Even if it looks ok on the scanner. If he can garrantee it will pass with a third CAT that seems to be a cheap fix. I have never heard of doing that. You might ask the smog place about that one....Oh, and a universal type CAT around here is about $130 installed. $200 plus labor sounds way high. You might ask him about the CAT getting hot enough to work when its install a little farther back than normal too. Like I said, thats a new one to me.......Can you post the readings? like HC, CO, NOx, O2........we might be able to tell whats up....p.s. what tricks did you try? Just curious..:) > Can you post the > readings? like HC, CO, NOx, O2........we might be able to tell whats > up....p.s. what tricks did you try? Just curious..:) The OP did post that data on 5/18. ...................................................................... If it will help...here are the numbers. I did two tests... Day 1: HC (g/km), max allowed 0.5000, vehicle reading 0.3193, avg pass 0.0873 CO (g/km), max allowed 8.0800, vehicle reading 2.8459, avg pass 1.9758 NOx (g/km) Max allowed 1.1200, vehicle reading 1.4698, avg pass 0.6229 I was advised to put fuel injecrot cleaner into my tank and premium fuel, then drive to heat up the cat...drove for over an hour Day 2: HC (g/km), Max allowed 0.5000, vehicle reading 0.2357, avg pass 0.0873 CO (g/km), Max allowed 8.0800, vehicle reading 2.3989, avg pass 1.9758 NOx (g/km), Max allowed 1.1200, vehicle reading 1.6969, avg pass 0.6229 SignatureI. Care Address fake until the SPAM goes away ;-} What about that 3rd CAT trick? ANYONE ever heard of doing that and is it legal? I'm curious as hell bout that one... p.s. for the record I would through an O2 at it in a heartbeat first. > My 1996 Ford Windstar has failed aircare due to high NOx emissions. I > have already tried the stupid tricks that BTW, DON'T WORK. Anyway, [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > why would they make it?!?!?!). It's a 3.8L, automatic transmission, > a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. >What about that 3rd CAT trick? ANYONE ever heard of doing that and is it >legal? [quoted text clipped - 23 lines] >> why would they make it?!?!?!). It's a 3.8L, automatic transmission, >> a/c 1996 Ford Windstar. I've heard of it, and it is legal. So is putting a cat on a vehicle that never had one. ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** >>What about that 3rd CAT trick? ANYONE ever heard of doing that and is it >>legal? [quoted text clipped - 27 lines] > that never had one. > ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** How can you say it's legal when you don't even know where the OP lives? Or did I miss that? Where does she live? Please excuse me if I missed that. >>>What about that 3rd CAT trick? ANYONE ever heard of doing that and is it >>>legal? [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] >did I miss that? Where does she live? Please excuse me if I missed >that. Well, here in Ontario it is legal. And we have mandatory biannual emmission tests. It is illegal to remove any emmission device. It is technically illegal to modify an emission device. There is nothing on the books saying you cannot ADD an emmission control device.You can use aftermarket (universal fit) cats here too - although my luck with them has not been terribly good. Anything that makes it pass is fair game - but I'd be replacing the original if at all possible. ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** |
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