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Old 07-24-2010 | 10:57 PM
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Catalyic converter Problems

Hey, I have a 04 rx8 manual and i purchased the agency power cat delete pipe after my original went out. My CEL on right now and was wondering if you guys found out a way to shut it off. Ive tried 2 spark plug non fowlers and it doesnt work. Any suggestions? Thanks
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Hey, I have a 04 rx8 manual and i purchased the agency power cat delete pipe after my original went out. My CEL on right now and was wondering if you guys found out a way to shut it off. Ive tried 2 spark plug non fowlers and it doesnt work. Any suggestions? Thanks
its standard that the light comes on
Old 07-24-2010 | 11:05 PM
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ya but im trying to get it to shut off. they have the cat foolers u plug into the 02 sensor for other cars but i cant get anything to work,
Old 07-24-2010 | 11:06 PM
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AP Cobb could disable the CEL for the cat.
Old 07-24-2010 | 11:07 PM
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ya but im trying to get it to shut off. they have the cat foolers u plug into the 02 sensor for other cars but i cant get anything to work,
try cobb accessport for the 8, from what i read it should clear it up.
Old 07-24-2010 | 11:11 PM
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k, well the deal is i hate to say it but im getting rid of my car. I need a cheaper car and cant afford what i have now so it has to go. So i really dont want to spend 400 on a cobb then get rid of it right after.
Old 07-24-2010 | 11:18 PM
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buy a dave cat weld it on, it will make the cel go away.
Old 07-24-2010 | 11:25 PM
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do you know were i can get one and how much?
Old 07-24-2010 | 11:36 PM
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here is the link on forum, it is a high flow metal cat very durable. it cost 138, it may cost 30 to weld it on.https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...light=dave+cat
Old 07-24-2010 | 11:58 PM
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its just funny that these people came in and ask stupid question then the next second like oh I can't afford it I have to sell this car ...

I smell a troll.
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How is this a stupid question. What kind of person wants to drive around in a nice car with the CEL on. And im sry i can't afford to keep my car im 18 years old i should b glad i even bought the car in the first place. So instead of u makin dumb reply about a stupid queston that ain't dumb b considerate and answer the question. This is a rx8 forum not a place to make fun of people.
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And thanks winning 8 for the helpful reply
Old 07-25-2010 | 07:54 PM
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Without using a Cobb most people just drive with the CEL.
Old 07-25-2010 | 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by ponto633
How is this a stupid question. What kind of person wants to drive around in a nice car with the CEL on. And im sry i can't afford to keep my car im 18 years old i should b glad i even bought the car in the first place. So instead of u makin dumb reply about a stupid queston that ain't dumb b considerate and answer the question. This is a rx8 forum not a place to make fun of people.
well why don't you sell the agency power cat delete and put the oem back on...duh. selling your current and buying a used oem cat should be close to a wash.

if you ask stupid questions, you're going to get **** for it. and if you are going to sell the car, put that in the original post so people won't offer you $400 suggestions.
Old 07-25-2010 | 08:58 PM
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Ponto633 can you check the build date of your 8? Look at the tag on the drivers door sill. Mine is a 5/2003 build and I have had a RB dual resonated MP on since April an do not have a CEL. I am just wondering if yours is near mine. If it is then the reason why mine isn't showing must be where the O2 bung is on the RB pipe.
Old 07-25-2010 | 10:40 PM
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Mine says 05/2003
Old 07-31-2010 | 01:41 AM
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It might solve the problem sounds like somethin is blocked.......but you'll hafta put it back on for the emissions test.
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