catalytic converter removal

[ANGELO33]

Hello guys does anyone knows how to remove cat converter on a 1997 1.8turbo aeb passat and tools needed with pictures if nessesary.ive got a decat from ths performance the problem is i cant reach or no space to loose the bottom bolts & nuts.any ideas?

[cazyp]

Needs to be done with the car on a ramp or over a good inspection pit really.
Easier to get Quack Fit or similar to do it for you.

[ANGELO33]

tnx for responsed mate when decat will be fitted does it fail 100% during emission test?

[cazyp]

Yes, it would have to be re fitted to pass the MOT.

You can buy free flow sports CATS that do the job.

What spec are you running at the moment?

[zollaf]

a decat pipe will also get you into lots of trouble if you happen to get a roadside emmisions test. not worth the grief IMHO.http://www.vosa.gov.uk/vosacorp/repository/Roadside%20Emissions%20Check%20Leaflet%20.pdf

[ANGELO33]

im planning to fit decat from THS PERFORMANCE but i like to do it my self the problem is i cant loose the bolts and nuts below the cat not much space im thinking what special tools im going to use i just cant go to garage twice a year for fitting & refitting its a pain in the pocket!!!

[cazyp]

You'll need a ramp or inspection pit, some plus gas or other release agent and a good socket set/breaker bar OR better would be air tools for undoing the exhaust nuts.

In real life the de-cat wont make a lot of noticable difference on the open road. Get yourself a good free flow cat back system and stay legal IMHO.
Had a look at the web site -
You could take off the manifold and smooth out all the burrs etc or fit one of their free flow manifolds?
You could fit any good front mount intercooler then have the ecu re-mapped (that will be your biggest performance gain per ££.)

[ANGELO33]

can you give me a link to the site where can i get sport one that you mentioned?

[cazyp]

Google 'free flow catalyst converter' or 'sports high flow catalyst converter' and see what comes up ;)

[ANGELO33]

cheeers i take a look