Catalytic Converters Stolen from Memphis Repair Shop
Thieves in Memphis, TN, cut through a fence and stole catalytic converters off at least nine vehicles at Classic European Motors. In addition, TVs, a stereo and even the tires and wheels were taken from the vehicles.
Man Arrested for Stealing 14 Catalytic Converters in Broad Daylight
Police have arrested a man for stealing 14 catalytic converters in Albemarle County, VA. The suspect used an electric Sawzall, which was connected to a generator in the bed of his truck. Police reported that the converters were sold out of the area for between $60 and $80 each. The thefts caused an estimated $23,988 in damages.
Thieves Targeting Catalytic Converters in Wal-Mart Parking Lot [VIDEO]
Police in Atlanta, GA, say thieves have targeted vehicles parked in a Wal-Mart parking lot several times during the past month. With the right saw, it only takes the thieves a minute or two steal a catalytic converter.
Nearly 250 Catalytic Converters Stolen from Litchfield, CT, Business
Jeffrey Dinwell told a reporter from WFSB-TV Channel 3 that someone broke into Ding’s Auto Salvage Yard this past weekend and stole nearly 250 catalytic converters. The catalytic converters were locked in a storage container, but that didn’t deter the thieves.
Catalytic Converters Stolen from Five Cars at Litchfield, CT, Repair Shop
Thieves cut off the catalytic converters on five customers’ vehicles that were parked at a repair shop in Litchfield, CT. The shop’s owner, R.J. Ford, told a local reporter that the thieves knew what they were doing when they cut off the catalytic converters.
Tech Tip: Ticking or Knocking Noise Coming from Some Ford Catalytic Converters
Some 1997-2003 F-150 vehicles equipped with any engine, and 1997-1998 F-250 LD vehicles equipped with the 5.4L engine, may exhibit a ticking or knocking noise coming from the catalytic converters.
New Bosal Catalog Covers Complete Line of Import Exhaust and Catalytic Converters
More than 3,200 makes and models, from Acura to Volvo, are featured along with complete application data, ordering information and illustrations.
New Bosal Catalog Covers Import Exhaust and Catalytic Converters
Bosal’s new full-line import exhaust products catalog covers the company’s complete line of one-piece, direct-fit replacement import exhaust systems, mufflers, catalytic converters, pipes and accessories. More than 2,800 import makes and models, from Acura to Volvo, are featured along with complete application data, ordering information and illustrations.
Tech Tip: Catalytic Converters Play an Important Role in the Emissions-Compliant Engine
The design and function of catalytic converters has changed dramatically since their introduction in 1975. The first "two-way" catalytic converters were oxidizing-only designs that combined hydrocarbon (HC) and carbon monoxide (CO) with oxygen to form water vapor (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2). Oxidizing converters were originally manufactured in pellet bed or monolithic "honeycomb" styles. Currently, the monolithic style has proven to be the most durable.
Diagnostic Solutions: Catalytic Converters
The design and function of catalytic converters has changed dramatically since their introduction in 1975. The first “two-way” catalytic converters were oxidizing-only designs that combined hydrocarbon (HC) and carbon monoxide (CO) with oxygen to form water vapor (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2). Oxidizing converters were originally manufactured in pellet bed or monolithic “honeycomb” styles. Currently,