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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by panterasteve, Sep 14, 2005.

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  1. panterasteve

    panterasteve Formula Junior

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    #1 panterasteve, Sep 14, 2005
    hi guys,i removed my cats today as i have some test pipes to fit but on removal notice that one of them was completley loose internally,my question is can this have done any engine damage,ive done a 1000mile since buying it a month ago?your advice is appreciated.steve
     
  2. fana355france

    fana355france Formula Junior
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    #2 fana355france, Sep 14, 2005
    often it is damaged and you dont know it..it could only change CO/CO2 ratio for polution tests but I dont think it could cause damges to your car. remove it you will have a better sound.
     
  3. chrisx666

    chrisx666 Formula Junior

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    #3 chrisx666, Sep 15, 2005
    I have heard about bits of cat falling out of the tailpipes on 348/355 but not getting sucked back into the engine. I wouldn't worry about it.

    It is possible for some engines to ingest bit of a failing cat - some Corvettes had a small restriction in the manifold to prevent it happening IIRC.
     
  4. parkerfe

    parkerfe F1 World Champ

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    #4 parkerfe, Sep 15, 2005
    See if these guys can help you out on that...www.epa.gov/compliance/
     
  5. chrisx666

    chrisx666 Formula Junior

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    #5 chrisx666, Sep 15, 2005
    Can't see the United States EPA being too bothered about it really. They must have more pressing business a few thousand miles nearer to home I think..
     

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