ArcticAthlon
Member
So i am getting the P0420 and P0430 codes for the CEL, and the prices are crazy to get the motorcraft replacement $2100 installed...
I have never had to install a CAT, but how "Bolt On" are they? If i buy a direct fit CAT with mounting bolts and brackets, can i install it at my house?
Please correct me if there are other alternatives, but here is what i have found so far.
1. Go to regular muffler shop and get cheap CAT's installed for ~250 each (i have driver and passenger side) This would be them cutting out the OEM's and welding in a CAT without a warranty.
2. Order Direct Fit CATs for $600 combined and either install them myself or have a shop install them. These have a 5 year/50k mile warranty.
3. pay for full price at expensive shop?
Below is the shot of what supposedly fits my 2005 Expedition.
Eastern 30527 Catalytic Converter | Auto Parts Warehouse
Eastern 30528 ECO II Catalytic Converter | Auto Parts Warehouse
I have never had to install a CAT, but how "Bolt On" are they? If i buy a direct fit CAT with mounting bolts and brackets, can i install it at my house?
Please correct me if there are other alternatives, but here is what i have found so far.
1. Go to regular muffler shop and get cheap CAT's installed for ~250 each (i have driver and passenger side) This would be them cutting out the OEM's and welding in a CAT without a warranty.
2. Order Direct Fit CATs for $600 combined and either install them myself or have a shop install them. These have a 5 year/50k mile warranty.
3. pay for full price at expensive shop?
Below is the shot of what supposedly fits my 2005 Expedition.
Eastern 30527 Catalytic Converter | Auto Parts Warehouse
Eastern 30528 ECO II Catalytic Converter | Auto Parts Warehouse