anyone?

thanks

 

I've been considering an RP Supercat, here is one vendor I found by search, but I've never used them so perhaps someone who has can chime in.

http://rx7.com/store/rx8/rx8exhaust.html

 

that looks cool but a tad bit pricey, I just need a replacement since my CAT went bad

 

it's only 400 bucks, if you're going to go through the trouble of changing one anyway why not shell out a few extra clams and get better performance and sound out of the deal?

 

will that pass smog though?

 

the description in that link says it will, but I don't have one so I'm not much help, sorry.

 

u getting one?

 

I emailed them and asked if the check engine light will be on with that cat and they haven't replied, I don't think it will though. my wish list is bigger than my bank account so I'm still deciding what I will buy next, but this is definitely on the list.

 

that should pass a smog test as well not create a CEL. Also a replacement stock CAT is not cheap. $1200 brand new at the dealer.

 

^good info.
There ya go sarge, problem solved.

 

supercat FTW

 

The problem is, Sgt is in California and needs to be CARB legal.

 

I own a RP Super cat, my experience from the RX7 store was great.
HOWEVER the RP Super Cat did not pass emissions test.

 

damn seems like cali has probs with everything...

 

RX7 store is not the same as rx7.com, so I just wanted to clear that up. Rx7.com is Rotary Performance and they are awesome. They have really good customer service and have replaced a few cats free of charge, so wcs may want to check into that maybe? Catalytic converters are super expensive and the RP supercat is actually a pretty cheap alternative. California does suck when it comes to stuff like cars though.

 

So you are correct I should have said rx7.com Rotary Performance, they have a very good reputation.

This is the link to were I bought the cat from ....
http://www.rx7.com/store/rx8/rx8exhaust.html

I considered calling them up about my Catalytic failing however I am convinced that even if they did replace my RP Supercat that it would fail anyway.
But Thanks for the tip

I still have my OEM Cat and it passed the e-test and its not hard to switch midpipes so meh.... I'm going to gut the catalytic in the RP Supercat and see how that works.

I think that its especially relative here where sgt has to meet Cali emissions standards, that most if not all aftermarket Hi Flow Cats will fail, imo.

So unfortunately SGT could be spending money on a Cat that will not pass, and if his OEM cat is still good enough to pass why not just go straight to a midpipe with no Cat?

 

the rp-supercat didnt last a month on my procharged rx8 however not sure about smog
a better one was from srmotorsports and lived over 6+ months (lost the car after that) and passed smog
keep in mind the first time you use the srmotorsports cat it will smell bad for about 10 kms or longer depending on how hot you get it and how quick

 

^^^ nice
I'll consider this when I'm ready to try another Hi-Flow cat that advertises that it will pass emissions.

However I did notice (doesn't impact me) that it states " Fits all cars except California Cars " soooo the OP should take note of this.

Thanks Talic

 

what the devil is a "California Car"

 

California has more stringent emission laws in place than other states.