Need a new catalytic conv

daniel mossey · Sep 18th, 2018, 14:37

Hi I need a new catalytic converter and need to find a good aftermarket replacement for my v70 r 1997.
Any ideas where one can be sourced ?
Dan

jack taylor · Sep 19th, 2018, 17:43

Hi Dan, Take a look at Skandix in Germany, their stuff seems to be good quality. jack

Dippydog · Sep 19th, 2018, 19:36

Admittedly mine is only a 140 10V engine but for what it's worth the cat on mine came from a company under the name Cats 2U.co.uk.[I've found out that much in the paperwork that came with the car but no price]it's been on about 3yrs now-fitted a few months before I bought the car to get it through the M.o.T. and so far has given no problems.

DSK · Sep 19th, 2018, 21:25

Fwiw, on a BMW 328i, I got a replacement CAT system from BM Catalysts in Mansfield as I was trying to diagnose a performance issues and suspected a clogged CAT. The BM Catalysts CAT immediately rattled like had small bits of metal in it and their customer service was terrible to the point I gave up and put the original back on.

As a result, I'd say either go for a reputable sports option or consider something like a new direct replacement. PartsForVolvo do both, a aftermarket option from around £175 and a range of Jetex Sports Cats.

Sep 18th, 2018, 14:37	#1
daniel mossey Senior Member Last Online: May 1st, 2022 11:06 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: WALTHAM ABBEY	Need a new catalytic conv Hi I need a new catalytic converter and need to find a good aftermarket replacement for my v70 r 1997. Any ideas where one can be sourced ? Dan

Sep 19th, 2018, 21:25	#4
DSK C70 T5 Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2022 21:00 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midlands	Fwiw, on a BMW 328i, I got a replacement CAT system from BM Catalysts in Mansfield as I was trying to diagnose a performance issues and suspected a clogged CAT. The BM Catalysts CAT immediately rattled like had small bits of metal in it and their customer service was terrible to the point I gave up and put the original back on. As a result, I'd say either go for a reputable sports option or consider something like a new direct replacement. PartsForVolvo do both, a aftermarket option from around £175 and a range of Jetex Sports Cats. __________________ 2000 C70 T5 GT Coupe 1998 S70R / 1995 Toyota Supra Twin Turbo 2007 Mercedes CLS 320 CDI / 2011 Mercedes S350 Bluetec 2007 Suzuki GSXR-1000

Sep 19th, 2018, 17:43	#2
jack taylor Master Member Last Online: May 15th, 2022 15:53 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Torrenueva, Costa del Sol	Hi Dan, Take a look at Skandix in Germany, their stuff seems to be good quality. jack

Sep 19th, 2018, 19:36	#3
Dippydog Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 18:24 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: S****horpe	Admittedly mine is only a 140 10V engine but for what it's worth the cat on mine came from a company under the name Cats 2U.co.uk.[I've found out that much in the paperwork that came with the car but no price]it's been on about 3yrs now-fitted a few months before I bought the car to get it through the M.o.T. and so far has given no problems.

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