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catalytic converter... Worth anything to scrap?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Tunajoe13, Oct 3, 2012.

  1. Oct 3, 2012 at 9:23 AM
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    Tunajoe13

    Tunajoe13 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hi i tried serching for this but had no luck. Took my cats off when installed new headers and will be removing the other two when i get the Y-pipe. Tptal 4 cats and was told they are worth money to a scrap yard. I have the paper work that says mine were removed so i can sell them but when i took them the scap yard told me they want all 4 bc they didnt know which ones had the good metals in them. It seems he's saying that only 2 out of 4 cats have the good metals. He says this is true for the f-150 but doesnt know about the tacomas. just thought id ask guys. thanks?
     
  2. Oct 3, 2012 at 12:22 PM
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    BamaToy1997

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    I would find another scrap metal person. Or better yet, check with the local repair shops for who their recycler is. You will get a better deal from a recycler who is also licensed to accept cats.
     
  3. Oct 3, 2012 at 12:48 PM
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    I think theres platinum in it, rare earth metal so definately worth recycling.
     
  4. Oct 3, 2012 at 12:58 PM
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    Not sure anyone will help you with this since we can't know for sure if your a criminal looking to rip off Tacoma owners.

    I think this info needs to be kept secret and thread closed.

    Sorry OP. Some things are just better left out of the public's view IMHO.
     
  5. Oct 3, 2012 at 1:10 PM
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    Really bro!!

    After thinking about it I understand. Sorry so defensive.
     
  6. Oct 3, 2012 at 3:21 PM
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    If they are good, and you can guaranty it, just offer them for sell here and they will be out of your hands ..!
     
  7. Oct 3, 2012 at 3:53 PM
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    I see where you're coming from, but people sell all kinds of things on this site and ask how much they can get for them elsewhere all the time. Tailgates, wheels, aftermarket head units, etc. All hot items that are frequently stolen from many cars and trucks besides the Tacoma, yet nobody seems to have that reaction when responding to those threads.
     
  8. Oct 3, 2012 at 11:10 PM
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    Illegal 100%
     
  9. Oct 4, 2012 at 5:03 AM
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    Under Federal regulations, it is also illegal replacing a catalytic conveter that Is in good conditions.
     
  10. Oct 4, 2012 at 8:57 AM
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    yes thank you all for the law. I know this... I also now know a place to recycle them bc I DO HAVE ALL PROPER PAPERWORK DOCUMENTING THE REMOVAL OF THEM AND REGISTRATION OF THE TRUCK THEY WERE REMOVED FROM. They are not for sale on this forum and never will be. Only purpose of this thread was to help me get them to the right place. The recycling center!! everything on a tacoma can be removed and sold illegally... I do understand the concern and that why this is not a fs thread. just looking for tips as always.


    Thanks again to those that were trying to help a fellow tacoma owner!
     

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