by IB Webs | Jun 24, 2008
Passenger vehicle manufacturers have made tremendous progress in reducing emissions since the introduction of the first automotive catalytic converter in the mid-1970s. Early converters, called “two-way” converters, burned a percentage of the unused...
by IB Webs | Jun 24, 2008
A catalytic converter is a device which chemically converts harmful exhaust gases, produced by the internal combustion engine, into harmless carbon dioxide and water vapor. The converter was developed to meet stringent emission reduction levels as set forth by the...
by IB Webs | May 10, 2008
Catalytic converter failures typically fall into one of four categories:1. Thermal failure (overheating)2. Plugged substrate3. Thermal shock4. Physical damage Thermal failure is most often caused when excessive raw fuel comes into contact with the catalyst, and...
by IB Webs | May 10, 2008
Eliminating Myths About Aftermarket Converters” I installed a new aftermarket converter, and a few days later the customer returned complaining of sluggish performance. When I looked at the converter, the “brick” was melted and plugged. What’s...
by IB Webs | Apr 11, 2008
Discount Converter is a leading Distributor of Direct Fit Catalytic Converters for Acura The whole world is now becoming aware of things like global warming, the choking pollution of their larger cities and preserving our planet and our resources for our children and...
