The Bosal that I have is fitted with the "loose" flanges, therefore the "seal" is questionable. I would prefer a cat with fixed flanges so that, with the gaskets and the correct torque, I can be assured of a tight seal. Regarding the Emico, I understand it's a Canadian manufacture that is part of the former Volkswagen Canada group. I can order the new cat direct from them (I can't seem to find a local distributor). I think that I'll order Emico unless someone knows why not to, or that the Magnaflux is remarkably better. Tonight I discovered a leak in the exhaust manifold at the "twin junction" where the 1&3 pipe connects with the 2&4 pipe (leak is at the bottom nut/bolt of 1&3 connection). I tightened the nuts and bolts(still leaks) so, once it cools, I will add a second gasket to that connection to see if it will quiet the exhaust. This is all part of the post engine-refurb shakedown. I'll ask my question about the timing/idle in another thread. Thanks in advance for any additional comments regarding catalytic converters. Skip ----- Original Message ----- From: Pat <psdooley@verizon.net> To: 'Skip' <skiplaubach@COMCAST.NET> Sent: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:52:41 -0000 (UTC) Subject: RE: Catalytic Converter Choice Hi, just curious about why you don't like the cat.. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Skip Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 9:53 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Catalytic Converter Choice '84 WBXR Manual, 1.9 case with 2200cc GoWesty kit Emico or Magnaflow? I have 200 miles on my Bosal cat and I'm just not comfortable with it - not sure why (I'll part it forward for $50 + shipping). So, I want to upgrade but don't know if Emico or Magnaflow is better and why? Or, perhaps another manufacture? Would you offer experience, opinions, perhaps facts? It's a 49 stater, not California. Thank you. Skip
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