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Catalytic Converter Question

Okay, so I'm pretty sure it/they are plugged up. I have an '85 T-Bird with the 302. So, does the car really need them? I don't have to smog the vehicle in my county. I know, probobly a stupid question. But better to ask once then fix twice.
1985 T'Bird 5.0
1987 Cougar 3.8
1992 T'bird Sport 5.0 HO

Catalytic Converter Question

Reply #1 –
Since you live where theres no emissions,  I would just take them off, gut them and reinstall them and be done with it.

20006 Ford Fusion SE

Catalytic Converter Question

Reply #2 –
Your car should run perfectly fine without one. They aren't necessary and I don't have any on my car right now like many other people here.

Catalytic Converter Question

Reply #3 –
Cool, I was worried since a friend said it needed them for a sensor er' something.
1985 T'Bird 5.0
1987 Cougar 3.8
1992 T'bird Sport 5.0 HO

Catalytic Converter Question

Reply #4 –
O2 sensor will prolly set codes, but they are not needed, And i think you can find an 02 delete.  Someone verify this for me, My computer is in the ocean :) , so i cant be sure this is accurate, just what I've read.

Catalytic Converter Question

Reply #5 –
his o2 sensor should be above the cats in the manifold so im not sure if it will effect them at all, but he will get better mpg expecialy sence their plugged up.

Catalytic Converter Question

Reply #6 –
O2s are only effected on OBDII cars with sensors after the cats to monitor there performance.  You will be fine.
One 88

Catalytic Converter Question

Reply #7 –
Sweeeeeet! Thanks guys!
1985 T'Bird 5.0
1987 Cougar 3.8
1992 T'bird Sport 5.0 HO