This might sound like a dumb questiin but... Does anyone know a specific reason as to why there would be a strong smell of burning(almost smells like firecrackers) in my car when i rev up into vtec territory... Whether im flooring it or not... Any ideas?

 

Catalytic converter.

 

I have to agree, the smell you describe is that of sulfur and is primarily caused by a clogged catalytic converter that is burning up....Would highly recommend deleting the cat or replacing with a new one....clogged cats can start fires very easily.

 

Mine smells like I have been shooting guns after I rip on it a few times.. This the same?

 

The smell can also be caused by an alternator that overcharges the battery.

 

My car just started doing the same thing not too long ago.

 

Ok i well definetly jump on anew cat. Especially if its a potential firehazard. Would a clogged cat also be the possible cause for some light smoke making it thru the exhaust or a slight loss of power?

 

Clogged cat will definitely cause lack of power. Surprised it hasn't tripped a 0420 code yet.

Remember, in California you need a cali certified cat. I know it sounds dumb, but I've seen seafoam break up the gunk long enough to let people keep driving a bit before replacing the cat. The cat will definitely need to be replaced if it is that bad but I would give it a nice seafoam through the brake booster hose.

 

Thanks for that input, i know it feels like its bein held back. I think im just gona throw a test pipe on there for now until i can get a new cat, ive got a real quiet amd stock looking exhaust so i dont think it will be too loud. Thanks man!

 

is it a solfer smell like rotten eggs???

 

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