Can anyone tell me why the catalytic converter on air-cooled, California vans is unique from that of 49-state versions? I realize that the California exhaust setup is different from 49-state, but the converter appears to be just a simple, inline, 12" unit with 3-bolt flanges, like any other VW converter. In fact, it seems to match the stock converter that came out of my '87 Westfalia. Some cat vendors that deal in direct-fit replacement cats list the same converter for all vans of the same year. I bought one for my '87 and had no problems. I would like to buy one for my '82 so I can sell it, but.... Other vendors (including BusDepot) list California vans as having a unique converter, and it is priced much higher than the $100 and much more common cat. Again, what gives? Dan |
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