catalytic converter 97 winni brave chevy 454 engine

[kfrances]

I need a catalytic converter for my 1997 Winnebago Brave with a 454 engine.
The shop where we had brakes and an alignment done said they had to order part and it was $2800.
I have searched the web and can't find one over $200 or $300.
Is this part overpriced at $2800?

[royl]

In most cases the emmision control system is covered under warranty for 100 thousand miles by law. Not sure how many miles are on your coach but worth a shot.

[steveh27]

Check to see if your vehicle had a recall or tsb or something like that for the cc. I had my 1997 Dodge (class B) cc replaced for free by the dealer & I am not the original owner. I forget the details about this, but it's worth checking into.

[topflite51]

TennTechMan wrote:
The one I posted the link to says "50 state legal". But, that just makes it legal to have on the vehicle. It doesn't necessarily mean that it's legal for shops in all 50 states to install it.

Is that right?

I'm glad I live in Tennessee.

The last I heard is that was the law. Last summer took a Cat over to CA for a relative, he had a friend install it. Voila it passed emissions. 😛

[TennTechMan]

The one I posted the link to says "50 state legal". But, that just makes it legal to have on the vehicle. It doesn't necessarily mean that it's legal for shops in all 50 states to install it.

Is that right?

I'm glad I live in Tennessee.

[vegasfoodguy]

In California,
you must replace the Catalytic converter with one tested for the application (OEM), Were you to drive to Nevada, have them install the universal unit, you would be good to go.

California shops must follow the law.

Terry.

[Pauljdav]

Call the chevy dealer and ask him his price. It is likely pricey but I doubt 2500.

I would go to a shop that would put in an aftermarket unit.

[TennTechMan]

I would definitely go with the generic catalytic converter. Should be plenty of room under the RV for fitment. I'd probably opt for a couple of 3" in/out high flow units from Summit or Jegs. These engines respond pretty well to a freer flowing exhaust.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mpe-447109/overview/

$2800 is insanity for a catalytic converter.

[mike_brez]

352 wrote:
Why are you putting one back in?

He lives in Ca. And has to get smog tested. Without it it fails.

[352]

Why are you putting one back in?

[bsinmich]

When you get OE from the manufacturer you pay their price. When you get a generic, after market they are priced competitively.

[MountainAir05]

that is up to you.

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