Is putting in a new catalytic converter and/or O2 sensor a do it yourself job if you know what your doing?
For everyone commenting about the possibility of myself doing a DIY that's not the case.
For everyone commenting about the possibility of myself doing a DIY that's not the case.
Anonymous
Best test. If you need to ask, a CAT is no DIY. Just leave the dam thing alone. A CAT can cost you more than the car is worth.
STEVEN F
An O2 sensor is fairly easy for most people. The catalytic convertor is more than most people are equipped to handle. If you have to ask, you have ZERO business messing with the catalytic converter.
Anonymous
No. Especially if you don't have access to a torch as back up when messing around with exhaust parts.
CactiJoe
Most important item to investigate is whether or not the catalytic converter is welded to the exhaust or bolted to the exhaust. That's the $2,000 question. Bolted can be easier if you can get those old corroded bolts out with or without a torch. (Propane or MAPP gas torch for the DIY guy) Might have stainless bolts, might have grade 5 or grade 8 bolts. If it is welded to the exhaust (a good number of cars have stainless steel exhaust from the exhaust manifold to the tailpipe) which is very difficult to cut with a saw and usually has to be cut with a oxy/acetylene torch.
O2 sensor is a walk in the park.
thebax2006
You know anyone that has to ask this certainly doesn't have a clue what they are doing or it would be done already instead of asking strangers dumb questions.