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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by AzusaPrius, Sep 28, 2021.

  1. AzusaPrius

    AzusaPrius Senior Member

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    In search of the best place to get the best price for a new cat.
    California legal only and not magnaflow they are overpriced.
    Let me know where and how much please.
     
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    Anyone have any input on this?
     
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    There has to be a better answer than that.
    Someone has to know a website that has the lowest priced cat for sale. Thanks in advance!
     
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    Was Magna-Flow the only aftermarket so far that's California approved?
     
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    I'm sure your web browser or search engine works just as well as everyone else's. I just thought you'd get a kick out of the plasma thing..
     
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    Is cleaning it an option?
     
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    Not sure, it is cracked so I think I would rather put a new one.
    Maybe of those magic cans can clean it just enough to pass smog if needed, there is also two other options I have.

    I can go the other route and get a non OEM cat and go to a certain smog station for as long as I own it but if I want to sell the car I rather have an OEM cat so it will sell easier.

    Might be able to get $500-1200 off the price of OEM through the BAR program too so that will help.
     
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    How long did your OEM catalytic converter last? I am planning to install a cat shield so just wonder what fasteners to use.

    If the OEM cat lasts really long, I probably will use rivets / one-way screws. If replacement is expected before long, then I will go with keyed security screws.
     
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    I would say they last 10 years or 200,000 miles.
    That also depends how the car was taken care of too.
     
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    Does "CalCAT" mean California compliant?
     
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    It is, but sadly not for the Prius at least as far as I can tell doing some digging just now. (Saw the ARB document listing all the vehicles it is CA legal for, it seems only pre-OBDII models).

    My apologies for throwing out a red herring.

    I found this as the next cheapest possibility until I find out otherwise:

    https://www.magnaflow.com/products/5671306-catalytic-converter-magnaflow-california-grade-carb-compliant-universal-catalytic-converter

    REVVL V+ 5G ?
     
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    The only CARB compliant cats are OEM and Magnaflow.
     
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    Impressive find, and quite the game changer at only 590.
     
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    The cat linked is not for any prius, sorry to burst your bubble.
     
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