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Car Forum / Volvo Cars / July 2004Catalytic Converter
My 1992 940GL failed the Maryland emissions test. To correct the problem, I took it to three separate "Volvo specialists," including my local dealership. All three told me the catalytic converter needs to be replaced and quoted me between $800 and $1100 for the part alone. However, when I do a search on-line for an OEM part, the prices go for around $200 dollars. This makes me think that OEM parts are significantly different from genuine volvo parts. However, according to what I've heard, and this site in particular: http://www.alloemvolvoparts.com/oem_vs_aftermarket.html It says OEM parts are effectively the same as genuine parts. Could the markup really be that high? Thanks, - Ray P.S. How could I tell if my catalytic converter needs an EGR valve? post the readings they gave you. > My 1992 940GL failed the Maryland emissions test. > To correct the problem, I took it to three separate [quoted text clipped - 21 lines] > P.S. How could I tell if my catalytic converter needs > an EGR valve? : "Ray" <please@reply.to.group.com> wrote in message : :> My 1992 940GL failed the Maryland emissions test. : : post the readings they gave you. State Limit My Car Hydrocarbons: 1.0000 GPM 1.1500 GPM Carbon Monoxide: 20.0000 GPM 9.2548 GPM Oxides of Nitrogen: 2.2000 GPM 4.0865 GPM This was a re-test on a particularly hot day. My first test only failed the NOx test at ~3.5000 GPM. - Ray I have used a gasoline additive called RXP and have had wonderful results. > : "Ray" <please@reply.to.group.com> wrote in message > : [quoted text clipped - 11 lines] > > - Ray I put a new cat converter on my '89 240 wagon about 2 years ago. As I recall, it cost around $70 at AutoZone or PepBoys, and the job probably took me an hour or two to do. Have passed our Georgia emissions test twice with no problem, and car running well. Don't see why yours should be so expensive! Firstly OEM means Original Equipment Manufacture which is to say that the item is made by the same firm as makes the one fitted to your car by the makers. I am puzzled by your reference to EGR valve. This item has nothing to do with the catalytic converter. If it is fitted to your car there will be a stainless steel pipe fitted to the exhaust manifold which ends in a stainless steel valve unit at the inlet manifold. This is required on California cars. If the EGR system gives trouble (as it will) your emissions can fail. Get the catalytic converter yourself making sure that it is the right one for your car and either fit it yourself or take it to your tyre, exhaust and battery man who will be pleased to fit it for you at less cost than a dealer. : My 1992 940GL failed the Maryland emissions test. : To correct the problem, I took it to three separate [quoted text clipped - 21 lines] : P.S. How could I tell if my catalytic converter needs : an EGR valve? : I am puzzled by your reference to EGR valve. This item has nothing to do with : the catalytic converter. If it is fitted to your car there will be a stainless : steel pipe fitted to the exhaust manifold which ends in a stainless steel valve : unit at the inlet manifold. This is required on California cars. If the EGR : system gives trouble (as it will) your emissions can fail. In looking for an OEM catalytic converter for my car, there seemed to be two versions: one with an EGR valve and one without. I wasn't sure which one I should purchase. I guess I need to check under my car to find out for sure. At any rate, it seems the general consensus of the group is that OEM parts are every bit as good as genuine Volvo parts. Even though they cost 80% less. Thanks! - Ray > : I am puzzled by your reference to EGR valve. This item has nothing to do with > : the catalytic converter. If it is fitted to your car there will be a stainless [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > Thanks! > - Ray Cars without the egr valve were 49 state cars, those with were California cars. The cheap converters will not pass California emissions specs. Since you're in MD there's no problem. Bob  SignatureThe goal of driving is to miss the maximum possible number of objects. > > : I am puzzled by your reference to EGR valve. This item has nothing to do with > > : the catalytic converter. If it is fitted to your car there will be a stainless [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Bob BTW, I can get you a Bosal unit for $150.00. My shop is in Sterling, VA. Email off group for particulars if you're interested. Bob SignatureThe goal of driving is to miss the maximum possible number of objects. Bet your a.s!! They are just waiting for people who think a cat con has an EGR. Bill > My 1992 940GL failed the Maryland emissions test. > To correct the problem, I took it to three separate [quoted text clipped - 21 lines] > P.S. How could I tell if my catalytic converter needs > an EGR valve? >Bet your a.s!! They are just waiting for people who think a cat con has >an EGR. Bill W.C. Fields (in a movie) sees a man working on a car at the side of a rodway. He leans over, knowingly looks into the engine compartment and says, "Must be the wheelbase." __ __ Randy & \ \/ /alerie's \__/olvo '93 960 Estate Try changing the oil and filter. On high milage cars the gas fumes go past the piston rings into the crankcase. It contaminates the oil causing higher emmisions. Give it a try and retest it. > My 1992 940GL failed the Maryland emissions test. > To correct the problem, I took it to three separate [quoted text clipped - 21 lines] > P.S. How could I tell if my catalytic converter needs > an EGR valve? That worked for me a few years ago on an old 240. Taff........ >Try changing the oil and filter. On high milage cars the gas fumes go past >the piston rings into the crankcase. It contaminates the oil causing higher [quoted text clipped - 25 lines] >> P.S. How could I tell if my catalytic converter needs >> an EGR valve? www.sounds-pa.com | www.thecomputerworkshop.com AFAIK Catalytic Converters do not have EGR valves. Unless the mechanic is using the term Catalytic Converter to indicate the model car you have. If you don't reside in California you don't need EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) anyway. Cheers, Peter. : That worked for me a few years ago on an old 240. : [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] : : www.sounds-pa.com | www.thecomputerworkshop.com I have used a gasoline additive called RXP and have had wonderful results. This stuff cleans the bejeezers out of the valves and fuel system.It has made me a believer three times!Bob > AFAIK Catalytic Converters do not have EGR valves. Unless the mechanic is using > the term Catalytic Converter to indicate the model car you have. If you don't [quoted text clipped - 37 lines] > : > : www.sounds-pa.com | www.thecomputerworkshop.com > Try changing the oil and filter. On high milage cars the gas fumes go past > the piston rings into the crankcase. It contaminates the oil causing higher [quoted text clipped - 25 lines] > > P.S. How could I tell if my catalytic converter needs > > an EGR valve? OEM parts are just fine, Volvo (and any other premium marque) puts a tremendous markup on parts. |
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