P0420 --> cat conv

I can see we can file this topic under commonly searched/quoted; forgive me for my lazyness, but i'm at work and want to get in and out:
Real quick:
2002 TRD 3.4L 6 170kmiles.
Dealer stated w/ that code - rec replacement of cat converter assy - $2900 parts and laber.
I have emissions in 1 yr, so i'll ride it out; all the while thinking that quote is ludicrous.

Thoughts/Recommendations.
Thanks.

 

Advance Auto Parts has a direct fit cat converter for $225. If you look around you can probably get it cheaper or even go with a universal fit one under $100.

 

DON"T BUY AFTERMARKET.. aftermarket ones just aren't efficient enough for toyotas standards. you'll buy those MIL light comes back on then your buying factory cats... replace the post cat o2 sensor(bank * sensor 2) crap from the destroyed cat contaminates the sensor

 

Just to let you know, I had that same code with my 02 Taco and it ended up being my o2 sensor's....
Have you checked those? they usually will go bad before a cat. will.....