First problem - It's against Federal law. Second problem - you may not be solving anything, since a properly functioning cat does not provide much resistance. If it does, it is more at higher end More exhaust volume = more back pressure. If you're not convinced, just try removing the cat and seeing if it makes a big difference. You'll make a lot of noise, but a run around the block should give you enough of a test. Karl Wolz ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jonc" <jonc@webgears.com> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2000 12:59 PM Subject: When pestered with low end torque problems ...
> What is the down side of putting an 1 1/4 inch pipe right through the middle > of the Cat converter and the muffler...??/ given that one lives in a non > emission test state > |
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