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Looking for California cats!!

Discussion in '1st Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (1995-2004)' started by whoareyou133, Jun 12, 2020.

  1. Jun 12, 2020 at 12:38 PM
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    whoareyou133

    whoareyou133 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    No pre runner trim, no mud flaps,no step ups,I do have the Deck plate though. Kings @ 0 and 5100's in rear. stock leafs. Total chaos UCA.
    Got my cat stolen about 10 years ago and I put some cheapy on and it’s finally taking a crap.

    if anyone has a CALIFORNIA part out or extra CALIFORNIA CATS lounging around the garage, I’m looking for the second one,(closest to the rear) for first gen 3.4 thank you community.
    Also will take advice for new in box options I only know of auto zone (899$)and the stealership. (1400)
     
  2. Jun 12, 2020 at 12:39 PM
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    whoareyou133

    whoareyou133 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    No pre runner trim, no mud flaps,no step ups,I do have the Deck plate though. Kings @ 0 and 5100's in rear. stock leafs. Total chaos UCA.
    Ps got it stolen at Mt sac community college don’t go there!!
     
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  3. Jun 12, 2020 at 5:27 PM
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    BartMaster1234

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    Can't you use a universal cat? They don't make a specific cat for my 1986 300zx so I'm just going to buy a universal one from Magnaflow. It has a CARB EO ID# and everything.
     
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  4. Jun 12, 2020 at 6:14 PM
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    Kwikvette

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    I don't know the situation with our Tacoma's, but for other vehicles, CA specific catalytic converters are stamped on both sides whereas non-CA variants are stamped on one side.

    If his vehicle has never been a gross polluter, then there'd be no reason for a smog tech to look underneath.

    This is all hypothetical of course as I do not condone any illegal activity :anonymous:
     
  5. Jun 12, 2020 at 6:22 PM
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    whoareyou133

    whoareyou133 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    No pre runner trim, no mud flaps,no step ups,I do have the Deck plate though. Kings @ 0 and 5100's in rear. stock leafs. Total chaos UCA.
    I think it is currently gunked up in the cat I’m almost positive that’s why I’m getting CEL. It is a 2002 it does run rich. So most likely it’s considered a polluter. COVID bought me some time for the smog, but time is of the essence now and I think I need to cough up the cash on factory cat:annoyed: I was a littl younger back then and I didn’t care what they put on at the time, still couldn’t tell you what brand it is Or if it was used. But I know it was aftermarket, and it didn’t last long till I got CEL after it was installed.
     
  6. Jun 12, 2020 at 6:24 PM
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    No pre runner trim, no mud flaps,no step ups,I do have the Deck plate though. Kings @ 0 and 5100's in rear. stock leafs. Total chaos UCA.
    Thank you guys for input it really helps out.
     
  7. Jun 12, 2020 at 6:48 PM
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    BartMaster1234

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  8. Jun 12, 2020 at 6:58 PM
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    Hobbs

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    Yep…
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    Stuff gets stolen EVERYWHERE!
     
  9. Jun 12, 2020 at 7:10 PM
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    No pre runner trim, no mud flaps,no step ups,I do have the Deck plate though. Kings @ 0 and 5100's in rear. stock leafs. Total chaos UCA.
    Thank you very much again Bart!


    Hobbs,
    I know,I’m sorry for that comment you’re right! Wrong place wrong time :cheers:
     
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  10. Jun 12, 2020 at 7:23 PM
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    Hobbs

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    Yep…
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    No worries!
     
  11. Jun 13, 2020 at 4:50 PM
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    I just replaced both CAT's on mine, got both of them and muffler from Amazon. I lucked out and was able to purchase the second CAT back for $59 from Amazon warehouse as an unused return. But both retailed right around $300 each for the Walker brand.

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GN2YA6O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GN2WZBG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
     
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  12. Jun 13, 2020 at 6:54 PM
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    No pre runner trim, no mud flaps,no step ups,I do have the Deck plate though. Kings @ 0 and 5100's in rear. stock leafs. Total chaos UCA.
    Zonder that’s a great deal to come across! I’ll keep an eye out for about another week or so before I make a final Decision, thanks for the input again much appreciated!
    Awesome thumbnail picture too!!
     
  13. Jun 14, 2020 at 4:57 PM
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    For what it's worth, I put CA approved Magnaflows on my truck 3 years ago and have passed CA smog twice w/flying colors. They were $600 installed at a local exhaust shop. Toyota wanted north of $3k to install OEM ones, no thank you
     
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  14. Jun 14, 2020 at 5:18 PM
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    No pre runner trim, no mud flaps,no step ups,I do have the Deck plate though. Kings @ 0 and 5100's in rear. stock leafs. Total chaos UCA.
    Hey those are all good to hear numbers! Thank you!
     
  15. Jun 16, 2020 at 5:54 AM
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    I have a low milage set of california cats from a 4 cylinder for sale.
     
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  16. Jun 16, 2020 at 12:03 PM
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    Ah dang i got 3.4 idk if it will work I’ll have to double check!! After doing a lot of research on my codes (p0171, p0420) I think it could be an 02 sensor or dirty MAF it could be in my best interest to change the cats while I’m at it since I’m hearing cheaper prices than I anticipated.
     
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  17. Jun 16, 2020 at 12:04 PM
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    Has anyone used ballistol On car parts specifically the MAF
     
  18. Jun 16, 2020 at 12:07 PM
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    eon_blue

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    MAF and other sensors you gotta go with Denso, they're the original manufacturer. Aftermarket sensors do not play well with Toyotas, usually doesn't solve the problem or only does so temporarily. There are a lot of threads about this when it comes to MAF and o2 sensors especially. I would try and find a used OEM one in good condition or just get a new one (not aftermarket)

    Have you tried cleaning it to see if that helps? Sometimes they just need a quick spray with MAF cleaner (don't use carb or generic electronic cleaner)
     
  19. Jun 17, 2020 at 1:20 AM
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    No pre runner trim, no mud flaps,no step ups,I do have the Deck plate though. Kings @ 0 and 5100's in rear. stock leafs. Total chaos UCA.
    I haven’t cleaned it yet, I’m gonna do it this week, we did a coil over install on friends mustang today. I was gonna try and using ballistol but it might be a little too greasy.


    Sorry just Re read it MAF cleaner ty:thumbsup:
     
  20. Jun 17, 2020 at 5:52 AM
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    I’m on the same boat as you! My 3.4 4runner will not pass smog for its life. I’m located in Southern California therefore have two CATS. I’d hate to change the CATS with after market and still no be able to pass.
     

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