Date:         Mon, 28 Aug 2006 19:39:01 -0400
Reply-To:     The Bus Depot <vanagon@BUSDEPOT.COM>
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From:         The Bus Depot <vanagon@BUSDEPOT.COM>
Subject:      Re: Better Cat converters: OEM or aftermarket?
Comments: cc: Phil Stanhope <surfmobile007@YAHOO.COM>
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> BusD. Carries Emico cats for $128, apparently Emico is
> OEM.... and they have a stainless steel generic for
> $99. Is one better than the other? Also, Ive sourced
> some el-cheapos for $55 that require welding. Is there
> a real difference in all of these cats or is it
> stainless v.s non-stainless?


Some people prefer to spend more money for OEM as a matter of course, and on
some parts there is a substantial difference. But in this case, I use the
$99 one on my own Vanagon. It is a good quality U.S. made part, and is
direct-fit (no welding required). They are both good products. I have not
noticed any significant difference in longevity, ease of fitment, or ability
to pass state emissions inspection.  

- Ron Salmon
  The Bus Depot, Inc.
  www.busdepot.com
  (215)  234-VWVW

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