Re: [DML] Re: E-CHECK

["Rob Hook" <rob_hook@xxxx>]

Something that I haven't seen anyone mention on this thread is the catalytic
converter. When I took my car for its first emissions test it failed both
HC and CO. I had already taken all the normal precautions including new
plugs, wires, cap, rotor, oil, air filter, check for vacuum leaks, etc. I
also made sure the car was at full operating temperature by running it on
the highway for a while before going to the test center. It still failed.
And I DID try a "Guaranteed to Pass" additive. Didn't help.

What I discovered later was that my catalytic converter was EMPTY. There
was just nothing in it. Now, my car was previously owned by a cop so...read
that whichever way you want. I replaced the catalytic converter and the car
passed with flying colors.

The cats are a little expensive but very easy to put on. I did it in about
2 hours (including time to clean the engine off first).

--Rob