Just finished taking out the dreaded pre-cats.
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Car is a 53 and at 32k, the pre-cats looked fine but I am still happier with them out.
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Took about 3.5 hrs and went okay thanks to the guide on here.
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I had to pay 8 quid for a oxy sensor socket but took care of the rest with a 1/2
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" and 3/8" socket set.
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Gaskets went back on okay too.
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Sheared a bolt underneath that holds the plastic tray up but drilled it out and used a couple of tie-wraps to secure.
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The car feels like it can
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"breath" now too, a bit like after you have had a new car and the engine loosens up.
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I am sure it's slightly different.
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Didn't notice anything negative.
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