imported_civic_66

I have a quick question for you guys. Is it possible for my car to pass an e-test without the cat??

Double_B

No

imported_civic_66

****... how much can i pick one up for?

Nova_Dust

Browse around the classified, an used cat. shouldn't be too much money.

imported_civic_66

also i just read what you need for a safety and the seats are one. I have type r rears in my hatch and they arnt bolted down. will this cause it to fail?

imported_starboy869

oh god yes you'll will fail on that seat issue. What do you think will happen if you got in an accident and the seat wasn't bolted down?

Get a cat from a local junkyard. Bring cash and you'll get a better deal.

imported_civic_66

well the backrest are bolted down just the part you sit on isnt. just the belts are through them. what about if i just take out the rears?

Roll_outz

Ders no way U can pass E test w/out CAt.... SEAT shouldnt a problem. its up to U. gud luck doh...

imported_civic_66

thanks

imported_99CivicSiR

who drives around without their seats bolted, thats the stupidest thing I have ever heard. Hope you dont get into an accident.

k_r_a_c_k_e_r

iTrader: (3)

rear seats doesnt matter if its bolted down. as long as the seat beats are bolted your not going anywhere. your *** is just gonna wanna slide.

altho your front seats.. that would just be stupid.

spike

You can pass with out one, but it is very hard. your engine must be like new.

imported_username

Almost impossible:
If the car came equipped with a cat and you remove it, they will fail based on the visual inspection. UNLESS the shop does NOT inspect and you have a VERY good engine, then it MIGHT pass.
You can get a universal cat from CT for cheap, just know the measurement of your exhaust pipe...

imported_username

From the drive clean website FAQ:
My car was never equipped with a catalytic converter. Will it be able to pass the Drive Clean test?
In order to take the test, you will have to provide documentation that your vehicle did not come equipped with a catalytic converter. You may have to get this information from the vehicle manufacturer. If a vehicle's catalytic converter has been removed, it must be replaced with a new original equipment manufacturer unit or with a U.S. EPA-approved aftermarket replacement unit before the vehicle can be tested. It is an offence in Ontario, under the Environmental Protection Act, to operate a vehicle if the factory-installed catalytic converter has been removed.

imported_Turbo-D

I doubt that, have you ever seen the results of a cold car running an etest with a cat in it?? Even new cars would more then likely fail without a cat. Your only chance is to buy a fake one or just drop in a hi flo cat. You'd sacrifice a couple ponies, not really worth it if you ask me. Goodluck

imported_civic_66

i got the cat in there but its empty....car runs clean. The dude at performance fuels told me to bring my slip by if i fail and he'll mix mew up some fuel to make me pass. I'm going to give it a shot on friday. i'll let u kno the outcome. =)