Technical Mk2b 1.2 16v 80BHP Catalytic Convertor

[Srobboc]

Hi all,

My front exhaust with the catalytic convertor seams to have deteriorated and detached where it joins the rest of the exhaust. I got a stainless steel exhaust from the flexible joint all the way back to the silencer fitted around 9 months ago however the cat has now gone.

I want to keep the car standard how it came out the factory, can anyone recommend where is best to get this replaced? I usually take it to Fiat but I know that it will cost a fortune to replace there.

If anyone knows the make of the Cat fitted in the factory for the 1.2 16v 80BHP that would be much appreciated.

Without the rest of the exhaust connected it sounds like a 1970's rally car, sounds great!

Cheers,
Steven.

 

[fingers99]

If it has simply broken at one of the joins it may be possible to weld it up (put a witness mark on before removal!).

Otherwise, just shop around -- eurocarcare.net or Shop4Parts will be able to supply OE to vin number at better than FIAT prices. Otherwise, it's down to eBay or somewhere like CES.

 

[Ziggy122]

Why not find another "nackered cat" with a good join section - cut and shut?

Ziggy

 

[scimitargtc]

Just done the same to daughters 2004 1.2 16v 80bhp £105 all in inc manifold gasket and fixing kit inc new nuts for the studs make sure you buy the correct 1 8v's are different - the exhaust port orientation is totally different (did youngests cat/exhaust [2001 1.2] a month ago so I know!)