It's time to replace my cat that I bought from FCP in 2/05 with 100K on it before it started breaking apart and rattling inside. FCP sells the Bosal brand for $125 + shipping and eEuroparts sells Carsound brand (one I have never heard of) for $140 with free shipping. I am looking for a unit that will last for the long haul but cost somewhere in neighborhood of the units mentioned above. Any opinions on these 2 brands of any others would be appreciated.
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'86 sedan with 403,000 miles on the original engine and automatic transmission

I bought 2 Davico's(one fixed flange, one spin) from FCP. The quality and fit where very good and also made in New Bedford, MA. It looks like they may only offer them in a spin flange now. 5 years ago I bought a Bosal. For soom reason it was very close to the body at one point.

Hi Bob,

I've only bought two aftermarket cats. First one was listed as "A&B" but came in a box with warranty from Carsounds. I can't remember off the top of my head which car it went on; it has been a while.

Second one was Bosal, just two months ago. I found it also a tad short, maybe 1/4", and its front flange (attached cat pipe model) was built for spin or fixed joint. Obviously I don't have much time on this one at all, but the car with it on did pass our dyno test.
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Art Benstein near Baltimore

If you have a bad cough, take a large dose of laxatives, then you will be afraid to cough.

I got a DEC brand for my '87 and have had very good results. Have also passed the Texas two-step for 4 years straight which is amazing since based on data I have seen from this board and other places the failure rate of 87's are pretty high. Mainly Nox. Anyway, the DEC construction, fit and finish are very good. I would buy another.

Charles
Houston, TX

My IPD replacement made it 61 months and 45K miles before it died.

The original Volvo cat made it 12 years and 207K miles before it died.

I bought my replacement (Borsal)from FCP. I passed the emissions test with flying colors (two speed Texas test)!

The FCP replacement was 1/4 of an inch shorter than the IPD unit, which made me have to use one of those ratchet straps to pull the cat closer to the first muffler, so that I could get a good fit. I also had to message the underside of my car with a 3lb sledge hammer because the end of the cat pipe was bumping my undercarriage. Overall, I am happy with it.

FCP is currently offering 10% off / Free shipping orders over $150 (Net order amount--so buy at least $167 gross!)

Don't forget to buy bolts, a gasket and a clamp for the rear muffler.
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If it needs to be maintained, repaired or replaced on a 1990 240, I've probably done it. '90 240DL, 255K looking forward to 300K badge (or sticker??). >>You haven't really worked on a car until you draw blood<< :-}

Did they extend the 10% off past 12/31?