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Old Apr 11, 2018 | 09:41 PM
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Hey guys, new to the forum. I was wondering if you need to completely replace exhaust manifolds to replace catalytic converters? I live in CA and was wondering if universal converters could be welded on? Any help is great.
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2001, Lexus IS 300.
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first off welcome. my dad had to weld new cats on the headers of his SC300, and I believe it is the same for your 01 IS if you go with universal cats. run the numbers pricewise but a low mileage oem exhaust manifold assembly can be had for relatively cheap
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Nice! Thank you for the info.
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Tinted windows, refinished rear tail lights and completely stock besides K&N intake and unknown exhaust. Bought with cheap coil overs, thinking of replacing with stock suspension
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