I have 98 accord w 100k miles, cat converter needs to be replac. I like to do things myself and save some $. Any recommendations or tips on what i should expect. Found a replacement bolt-on cat. got the tools and the time. Advice welcomed.

 

I would also like to know answer to this q.

madcat5: Where did you find a replacement cat. model num, price etc.

Thanks

 

not hard, just a few bolts to remove grab a manual if you are still unsure

 

PB Blaster to loosen up those bolts!

Also, I don't know if Honda still used spring-loaded bolts in the 6th gen, but those may snap when you're putting them back on. Auto parts stores have them for about $7 each.

 

Word of advice before you start have a torch ready. The nuts will be so rusted on that it will be VERY hard to get them off. Speaking from experiance. Also there are no spring loded bolts on the 6th gen's. If you want to save some money go with an aftermarket high flow cat like a random tech. Won't througha CEL and has a lifetime warranty.

 

definately have a torch ready because those bolts will "freeze up" on you because they get so hot, so you may need a torch to loosen them up, but sometimes you don't. first time i did it my went right offwith a ratchet, so just take the bolts off and replace it! good luck!

 

Found two different kinds of accord 4cyl cat conv on ebay, currently. High flow cc1220hf & oem cc1220. Expect to pay about 115 and add shipping of about 20.

 

i would go with high flow cat if your going to replace the cat anyway that way youll get a lil more power and your engine will breath better

 

Definitely go with the OEM cat. You never know what these high-flow cats will make the ECU think in OBD-II cars.

 

Thats why I said to go with a Random Tech cat. Been on my car for 3 years with no problems and have used it on many others. Its the only one I've found that won't throw a code easaly