downstream second cat removal

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JohnP
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downstream second cat removal

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I have read the upstream 2-into-1 catalytic converters should be kept what about the second downstream catalytic converter any better benefits from removing it?
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Re: downstream second cat removal

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Hi,
Depends on your mods. I recently removed mine as part of a 3" exhaust upgrade and my dyno #'s definitely went up. But I'm also running a bigger turbo/injectors/more boost.
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I removed mine also when installed stainless headers.
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haven't had a cat since 2006
91 L-TW Wagon with a full Swap -RIP
92 SS Prefaced, GD dash swapped, 22T/205 Hybrid 20 psi - BEAST!
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I don't think removing the second cat on a stock engine setup will make a huge difference in the scheme of things, but if you have more upgrades planned for later I don't think it could hurt.
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Re: downstream second cat removal

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When the 2nd cat is removed, what happens to the oxygen sensor? Just take it off?
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There is no O2 sensor in the second cat on the first GEN legacies just up by the turbo.
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Re: downstream second cat removal

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Does anyone know what the size and thread pitch is for the factory o2 sensor? I need to add a bung at the stock location on my newly purchased Invidia Bellmouth Catless DP.
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They're mostly the same. Any exhaust shop will have them for around 10 bucks.
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Re: downstream second cat removal

Post by GTEASER »

Got it thanks. It appears that the standard size is M18x1.5.
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