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Cat gone in Volvo V50 1.8

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  • 22-03-2016 12:05pm
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    RobAMerc
    Registered Users Posts: 5,862 ✭✭✭


    Hi all,

    My mates volvo failed the NCT on emmissions. The CAT is knackered.
    Does anyone know what can be done to get round this other than replacing the cat ?
    He has been quoted 1500 for a replacement cat etc - which the car isnt worth.

    Is there a cleaner he could try like STP or something ?

    Thanks
    Rob


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    biko
    Registered Users Posts: 81,223 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Nope, if catalytic converter is really gone there is no other remedy than replacing it.
    1500 is way too much. Get one from a breakers or shop around more.


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    irish bloke
    Registered Users Posts: 2,057 ✭✭✭irish bloke


    Best to replace the cat, maybe look at getting a dog instead.

    Far more reliable and you can take them for a walk too:)


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    biko
    Registered Users Posts: 81,223 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Back to helpful advice now.


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    Cee-Jay-Cee
    Registered Users Posts: 12,235 ✭✭✭✭Cee-Jay-Cee


    What age is the car? He can get a universal cat welded in place at less than a quarter that price!


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