Beginning January 1, 2009 California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) changed the law pertaining to all aftermarket catalytic converters for the California market.
A catalytic converter is a device which chemically converts harmful exhaust gases, produced by the internal combustion engine, into harmless carbon dioxide and water vapor. The converter was developed to meet stringent emission reduction levels as set forth by the Federal ERA and California Air Resources Board. Since the 1975 model year, vehicle manufacturers have used catalytic converters and other emission control devices, to meet those emission reduction levels.
Passenger vehicle manufacturers have made tremendous progress in reducing emissions since the introduction of the first automotive catalytic converter in the mid-1970s. Early converters, called "two-way" converters, burned a percentage of the unused hydrocarbons (HC) and carbon monoxide (CO) produced by the relatively inefficient, low compression engines of the day.
Catalytic converter failures typically fall into one of four categories: 1. Thermal failure (overheating) 2. Plugged substrate 3. Thermal shock 4. Physical damage
In 1986, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued new guidelines for the construction, efficiency and installation of aftermarket catalytic converters. All CleanAir converters have been designed, tested and manufactured to meet this policy.
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Direct Fit BMW Catalytic Converters
date posted: 11-06-2007
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Direct Fit Buick Catalytic Converters
date posted: 11-06-2007
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Direct Fit Catalytic Converters for Cadillac
date posted: 04-11-2008
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Direct Fit Catalytic Converters for Chevy Cars
date posted: 11-06-2007
Discount Converter is a distributor for Catco Direct Fit Chevry Cars Catalytic Converters read more...
Discount Converter announces the addition of Walker Direct Fit Oxygen Sensors.
date posted: 06-24-2008
Discount Converter, Ltd. is proud to announce the addition of Walker Direct Fit OEM Type Oxygen Sensors. We carry the exact replacements for most cars and light trucks, import and domestic. These sensors have the factory socket clip that easily integrates with the vehicles data-wiring harness.