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Catalytic converter bad?

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by MattD14, Feb 19, 2015.

  1. Feb 19, 2015 at 5:54 PM
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    MattD14

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    My check engine light came on, tested it and it said loose gas cap, and/or faulty cat converter. I'm going to try and buy a new gas cap, but I honestly think its my cat. My truck is a 2001 and its still stock but I have a flow master American thunder series exhaust. Anyways I was wondering what path i should take? Aftermarket catalytic converter? Cut out stock and go straight pipe? With a tune up? If so what kind of tune up? And also what's the best aftermarket cat for my truck? Any info on what to do will be appreciated.
     
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  2. Feb 19, 2015 at 5:59 PM
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    Steves104x4

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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    I bet it's the gas cap.
     
    Steves104x4, Feb 19, 2015
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  3. Feb 19, 2015 at 6:01 PM
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    MattD14

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    Why do you think that?
     
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