I’m a new subscriber from Asia. In our country our government is not strict on air pollution. We just open this CAT and takeout the honeycomb and seal it back and problem solve.
Had a coil pack fail on #2, shortly after started getting a P0430. Just got all 3 converters for my 09 Acadia and will be doing the install this weekend. I'm not in CA so i can use A/M converters. Truck has 143K miles so i can see spending $1,500 on all 3. Did research on the company out of Canada making the pipes and they look good from what i can see so far. Great video.
Hector my name is Hector also. I have a problem with my wifes 2007 Acura Tsx. If your willing to call me. Id be more than happy to pay you for your time over the phone. Ps love your videos. You've got a very funny and direct personality. Keep up the great work.
I couldn't get a socket over the studs to loosen the nuts on the three topside. My socket wasn't deep enough. And then I noticed the three bolts are welded studs. Not equipped for that.
I'm about to do the same thing on my wife's 2011 model and imma go with the walker it's about 400 dollars..what do you think about the walker catalytic converter
I am replacing Bank 2 Catalytic converter on my 2010 Traverse when part arrives. Just watched your video and as a retired technician gotta say great job. Your honest talk, tools/bolts falling and little things you showed are true and happened to me as well in my years. Last is your talking points of doing a good job and use of common sense and ethics are on point. I subscribed and just say thank you and keep up the great video tips.
I couldn't get a socket over the studs to loosen the nuts on the three topside of the flange from the motor to the converter. My socket wasn't deep enough. And then I noticed the three bolts are welded studs. Not equipped for that.
My 2012 chevy traverse bank 1 and bank 2 need to be changed now the car is not running wont even start anymore and no light turn on when I put the key in there. I need to know what parts to buy and where there Located please help? Also are u far from appleton wi trying to fine someone to replace mine for me
@@HomieHektor dam it okay to far question tho if I need to change bank 1 and bank 2 catalytic converter do I need to also get the flex pipe? Or sensors
Bruh….the most REAL video. Tool drops, different size bolts on the same part. And on and on. Sure the job is simple in theory but those little things… thanks for keeping it real.
Hi, my check engine light on today . It say catalytic converter defect . But I have change it one month ago . Anyway I erase the code and check engine light gone . So my question is will it come back again. If so how long it will take to come back. Thanks Golf 5 ( 2008 ) 1.4 patrol engine
reydav77 I’ve used Walker, it prefer OE whenever possible if the budget allows. Never had a problem as far as performance but the fit is usual issue 👍🏼
Homie Hektor my check engine like came on yesterday had it check and it's the catalytic converter is the one that your working on is bank 2, my question is bank 2 the same as bank 1 that's were I'm confused want to do the work myself just making sure before I buy the part if I'm buying the same one u have or I need to buy another one?
Blas Diaz A BANK is simply a row of cylinders. Bank 1 and Bank 2 are different. Bank 1 is by the firewall and Bank 2 is by the radiator on this vehicle.
Hey man question for you , I ordered one of these for a 2009 chevy traverse , the new one that auto zone ordered for me does not have the 3 bolts on one end or the 2 on the other , any suggestions?, also the new cat has no bracket? Is that needed ?
Super helpful man. I have a 2009 Buick Enclave that needs new Cats and this video saved me 2k. Thanks for the effort. I do WIP and How-To videos on my channel and they are a pain, but viewers truly appreciate the work. Thanks.
What would say is the overall cost to do this repair? I’m pretty mechanically inclined but hate spending the time in a limited garage space. And average time to fix? 09 GMC Acadia 170k miles
Homie Hektor I just have one more question and then I will leave you alone. Would you suggest OEM parts or after market. My wife’s Acadia has 167k miles on it
Ok .. I have this 2011 chevy traverse.. No check engine light but i feel it weird(does not accelerate) so i took it to an autozone to get it scanned n a few codes came up.. The 2 converter ones and a crank sensor code and another one.. I bought the crank sensor to get it changed but haven't done it and i took the truck to a muffler shop to see about the converers.. I just enat to educate my self before i pay someone to work on it.. Is there a way u can write to me with some advice? Please..
Hey Hektor, YOU ARE A GENIOUS! casi mando cambiar mi recien cambiado convertidor catalytico cuando vi tu video donde aconsejaste chequear leakings. Lo hice y encontré una rajadura en el water tank. El coolant estaba saliendose. Ya selle la rajadura pero la Engine light no se va. Tengo que sacar y limpiar el catalizador o sola se va a apagar la luz?? Gracias
Thanks for the share - i ve an enclave 2010, 175000 miles runs great have done always well maintained the engine light keep coming back and my guy cant figure it out. Recently changed spark plugs and fixed misfire and light comes back and stays on - any recommendation before I take it to GM ? I have catalytic converter changed 6000 miles ago and light still stays on
I didn’t know what to think when this popped up. But I need to do the same thing on my 08 Saturn vue. You gave me a better idea of what’s involved. Thank you🔥
MAry Smarthobbies No, los cataliticos buenos duran muchos años, tal ves algo los esta dañando. Maybe el motor esta quemando aceite, anticongelante en el escape, o alguna otra cosa que lo esta contaminando 🤔 o dañando los sensores 🧐
Thanks for the nice video, really appreciate your effort. I have one question, did you try to clean catalytic convertor before? Is it effective? Helpful?
Matthew Placencia I would get it directly from the dealer, or you can try an exhaust speciality shop...try not to go aftermarket unless you really have to.
Brother you understand us how we piss we feel with all that video skiping the only thing is I watch the video with my kids and I try to tell them don't say bad words.
PeaceWorker77 don't worry if they don't learn bad words now they will do it later. Sometimes is just better now Kids don't loose their virginity by selling bad words.
Omat Quevedo No, when a child had a great role model that doesn’t cuss and they are raised to be a Christian many times they won’t cuss. I don’t and I’m almost 37 now. My son knows better. It is ridiculous to hear people cuss. No need for it.
Muy buen video, what kind of reading or oscillation you got in the scanner when the cat is completely clogged , ps reading from the down stream sensor, car is not driveable runs like shit code po300, go back to the tail pipe very little air coming out and is almost ice cold, that why im assuming I got a bad cat, please help me in this one homie, thank you, un saludo #chingadera
Gracias por responder Hektor, buena onda eres. Voy a ver lo que me dices eso porq cambie no solo el catalityc sino tambien los sensores. Gracias otra vez
Hey Brother, hope you can answer me! I HAVE been looking for someone that drives a traverse in UA-cam for a while!!!! Finally I got to you, I feel like my car is hesitant, or kinda slow to accelerate, a whole tuneup was done less than 7 months ago, I got the code P0420, I have scam the car with every single high end scam tool and nothing comes on!!! But I feel the hesitation when Im driving, any advice you can give me??? Great video! By the way even for people that have never work on cars bf, also I think I got a leak on my exhaust by the end of the exhaust I saw some black residual, please get back to me!!
By the way, I have the cat code even before the tuneup, although I just didn't want to replace it... yes I know I'm cheap! But I dont think the car get hesitant bc of the cat... but please help...any advice will be appreciated
The Homie Hektor. ey guy y how change 2 catalytic 2 on back engie motor. when mor work too ,,, i see how change catalytic on front. i want yo know how change catalytic2
Haven’t been getting notifications from UA-cam when you guys and girls leave comments on my videos, on behalf of UA-cam I apologize 🧐
Labor isn’t too much, I’ll do it for like $90 but the part is super expensive 💰💸
I’m a new subscriber from Asia. In our country our government is not strict on air pollution. We just open this CAT and takeout the honeycomb and seal it back and problem solve.
Yo I love your honesty and realness lol
Thanks for the video
Cool video Hector I don't have a truck have a GMC Safari van but it was useful for me
I love your teaching style.
demitra43 thank you, thanks for subscribing 👍🏼
Had a coil pack fail on #2, shortly after started getting a P0430. Just got all 3 converters for my 09 Acadia and will be doing the install this weekend. I'm not in CA so i can use A/M converters. Truck has 143K miles so i can see spending $1,500 on all 3. Did research on the company out of Canada making the pipes and they look good from what i can see so far. Great video.
That’s insane why the hell did it cost so much? I can get a pack with all 3 for under 300
Hector my name is Hector also. I have a problem with my wifes 2007 Acura Tsx. If your willing to call me. Id be more than happy to pay you for your time over the phone.
Ps love your videos. You've got a very funny and direct personality. Keep up the great work.
Try a pass thru ratchet and socket very low profile but very handy
I couldn't get a socket over the studs to loosen the nuts on the three topside. My socket wasn't deep enough. And then I noticed the three bolts are welded studs. Not equipped for that.
Do you remember which catalytic converter brand you bought?
GM/ACDelco from the dealership. Try not to use aftermarket when it come to catalytic converters 👍🏼
I was quoted a price of $1600 for 2. Does that sound fair?
@@candidavis9842 sounds about right, I got mine for around $600
Each or for both?
@@candidavis9842 $600 for 1 catalytic. With labor it would’ve been like $900
I'm about to do the same thing on my wife's 2011 model and imma go with the walker it's about 400 dollars..what do you think about the walker catalytic converter
I am replacing Bank 2 Catalytic converter on my 2010 Traverse when part arrives. Just watched your video and as a retired technician gotta say great job. Your honest talk, tools/bolts falling and little things you showed are true and happened to me as well in my years. Last is your talking points of doing a good job and use of common sense and ethics are on point. I subscribed and just say thank you and keep up the great video tips.
Gary I appreciate your comment, just made my day 🙌🏼
I couldn't get a socket over the studs to loosen the nuts on the three topside of the flange from the motor to the converter. My socket wasn't deep enough. And then I noticed the three bolts are welded studs. Not equipped for that.
My 2012 chevy traverse bank 1 and bank 2 need to be changed now the car is not running wont even start anymore and no light turn on when I put the key in there. I need to know what parts to buy and where there Located please help? Also are u far from appleton wi trying to fine someone to replace mine for me
I’m in California 😀
@@HomieHektor dam it okay to far question tho if I need to change bank 1 and bank 2 catalytic converter do I need to also get the flex pipe? Or sensors
Lmfao love the video. All the struggles are real working on shit 👊😂
That’s right, thanks for subscribing 👍🏼
Bruh….the most REAL video. Tool drops, different size bolts on the same part. And on and on. Sure the job is simple in theory but those little things… thanks for keeping it real.
I just replaced my bank 1 catalytic converter and o2 sensor but the light came back on what do you think it might be?
Whats the year, make, and model, and What codes are you getting?
Where is bank one catylitic converter on a chevy cruze 2011
carlos arocho I believe that’s a 4 cylinder engine, it only has one bank 🤙🏼
@@HomieHektor thank you
Hi, my check engine light on today . It say catalytic converter defect . But I have change it one month ago . Anyway I erase the code and check engine light gone . So my question is will it come back again. If so how long it will take to come back. Thanks
Golf 5 ( 2008 )
1.4 patrol engine
what do you think about after market CATs like Walker, Davico, and Bosal?
reydav77 I’ve used Walker, it prefer OE whenever possible if the budget allows. Never had a problem as far as performance but the fit is usual issue 👍🏼
Homie Hektor my check engine like came on yesterday had it check and it's the catalytic converter is the one that your working on is bank 2, my question is bank 2 the same as bank 1 that's were I'm confused want to do the work myself just making sure before I buy the part if I'm buying the same one u have or I need to buy another one?
Blas Diaz A BANK is simply a row of cylinders. Bank 1 and Bank 2 are different. Bank 1 is by the firewall and Bank 2 is by the radiator on this vehicle.
Hey man question for you , I ordered one of these for a 2009 chevy traverse , the new one that auto zone ordered for me does not have the 3 bolts on one end or the 2 on the other , any suggestions?, also the new cat has no bracket? Is that needed ?
Malloy Bramlett did you buy a universal catalytic converter? You might have to cut and weld if so 👍🏼
@@HomieHektor no it's direct fit but no brackets or pressure installed bolts
Malloy Bramlett Yeah that’s the problem with the aftermarket, it should be fine without the bracket just use whatever bolts you have.
@@HomieHektor nvm come to find out , it was the wrong part auto zone ordered me
Malloy Bramlett 🤦🏻♂️
Super helpful man. I have a 2009 Buick Enclave that needs new Cats and this video saved me 2k. Thanks for the effort. I do WIP and How-To videos on my channel and they are a pain, but viewers truly appreciate the work. Thanks.
Matt's Models Customs glad It was helpful🙌🏼
What would say is the overall cost to do this repair? I’m pretty mechanically inclined but hate spending the time in a limited garage space.
And average time to fix?
09 GMC Acadia 170k miles
David Southwell Anywhere from $800-$1000 approximately two hours worth of work
Homie Hektor I guess I will do it myself. You make it look easy and I’m pretty handy and I’ve done some of my own work over the years
David Southwell it’s easy, it’s just expensive because catalytic converters are pricy 👍🏼
Homie Hektor I just have one more question and then I will leave you alone. Would you suggest OEM parts or after market. My wife’s Acadia has 167k miles on it
Ok .. I have this 2011 chevy traverse.. No check engine light but i feel it weird(does not accelerate) so i took it to an autozone to get it scanned n a few codes came up.. The 2 converter ones and a crank sensor code and another one.. I bought the crank sensor to get it changed but haven't done it and i took the truck to a muffler shop to see about the converers.. I just enat to educate my self before i pay someone to work on it.. Is there a way u can write to me with some advice? Please..
Hey Hektor, YOU ARE A GENIOUS! casi mando cambiar mi recien cambiado convertidor catalytico cuando vi tu video donde aconsejaste chequear leakings. Lo hice y encontré una rajadura en el water tank. El coolant estaba saliendose. Ya selle la rajadura pero la Engine light no se va. Tengo que sacar y limpiar el catalizador o sola se va a apagar la luz?? Gracias
MAry Smarthobbies que codigo te esta dando la luz de check engine 🤔
@@HomieHektor PO420
MAry Smarthobbies use a scanner to clear the codes
@@HomieHektor I will. I was wondering if it needs to be removed to clean.I will let you know if after erased it come back. Thank youuuuuu!
Does the 2011 Chevy equinox 2.4 have 2 catalytic converters ????
Thanks for the share - i ve an enclave 2010, 175000 miles runs great have done always well maintained the engine light keep coming back and my guy cant figure it out. Recently changed spark plugs and fixed misfire and light comes back and stays on - any recommendation before I take it to GM ?
I have catalytic converter changed 6000 miles ago and light still stays on
Obaid Farghani What are the codes that you’re getting for your check engine light being on?
Homie Hektor thank you for replying fast - i dont know i have to get it checked again
Hektor I have a 2006 Chevy Equinox and have white smoke and sulfer smell and my check engine light is flashing? is this a cat Problem?
I didn’t know what to think when this popped up. But I need to do the same thing on my 08 Saturn vue. You gave me a better idea of what’s involved. Thank you🔥
You rock! Thank you for the honest words , you cracked me up dude.
We do improve every single day!
Much love and appreciation to you sir!!!
Melissa Wiedersberg Get better today i always say. Thanks for subscribing 👍🏼
but what coused the problem in the first place what made the cat break down.
It was a bad ignition coil that was misfiring .
Hola Hektor. cambie el catalytic converter hace menos de un anho y de nuevo tengo el P0420. Duran tan poco?
Gracias por el video
MAry Smarthobbies No, los cataliticos buenos duran muchos años, tal ves algo los esta dañando. Maybe el motor esta quemando aceite, anticongelante en el escape, o alguna otra cosa que lo esta contaminando 🤔 o dañando los sensores 🧐
Thanks for the nice video, really appreciate your effort.
I have one question, did you try to clean catalytic convertor before?
Is it effective? Helpful?
Yes I do want to be a mechanic
Have you heard of AP exhaust ?, they sell after market parts. They seem reputable , so I hope the catalytic part works.
Love the video. Laughed most of the way. Awesome explains what I need and cuts out the BS. Nice job
thank you some much Hektor,, that was amazing class...
appreciate..
be safe
Hola Hektor. Cambie mi catalytic converter hace menos de un anho y de nuevo tengo el P0420.Duran tan poco?
Gracias pr el video.
I need this done on my 2011 traverse and the spark plug replacement lol How much do you charge?
Is the bank 1 harder to do, or the same?
I have to do one on a 2004 Nissan altima
does it matter where I get the cat from? parts store wise?
Matthew Placencia I would get it directly from the dealer, or you can try an exhaust speciality shop...try not to go aftermarket unless you really have to.
I think it's 50 miles for most drive cycles but always an exception to every rule
I agree with you common sense has to play a role
A lot of times I find there isn't enough room around the bolt or nut to get a wrachet wrench on it
That whistle made the whole video
Thanks for the video. You had me cracking up because I have a potty mouth too.
Brother you understand us how we piss we feel with all that video skiping the only thing is I watch the video with my kids and I try to tell them don't say bad words.
peaceWorker77 it’s ok to say “bad” words 😎
PeaceWorker77 don't worry if they don't learn bad words now they will do it later. Sometimes is just better now
Kids don't loose their virginity by selling bad words.
Omat Quevedo No, when a child had a great role model that doesn’t cuss and they are raised to be a Christian many times they won’t cuss. I don’t and I’m almost 37 now. My son knows better. It is ridiculous to hear people cuss. No need for it.
Great video! I gotta change both catalytic converters on my Traverse. Bank 1 looks like a b*tch to change. Lol.
You remind me of the cartoon guy Handy Manny. Gotta do my wife’s 09 GMC Acadia 170k miles. Texas vehicle
You should've done the starter as well you did 95% of the work already.
Is that bank 2 the one you replaced?
josue tinoco yes
How much is that part cost?
Hell yea drop a gem on em. Great video thank you
Muy buen video, what kind of reading or oscillation you got in the scanner when the cat is completely clogged , ps reading from the down stream sensor, car is not driveable runs like shit code po300, go back to the tail pipe very little air coming out and is almost ice cold, that why im assuming I got a bad cat, please help me in this one homie, thank you, un saludo #chingadera
How much the new catalyst
mauricio Vazquez it’s expensive, this one was like $600 😬
Chevey dealer wants to mine for 1100
Hey Hektor cool video man
I have the same car
I guess my next project will cost me $600 LOL
Rodin Ramos might be more, that was a hooked up price 🤨
@@HomieHektornvm i will keep erasing the codes LOL
Rodin Ramos the damage is done 💥
@@HomieHektor 😱😱😱😱💩💩💩💩
Do i have to remove the transfer case to replace the catalytic converter
Gracias por responder Hektor, buena onda eres. Voy a ver lo que me dices eso porq cambie no solo el catalityc sino tambien los sensores. Gracias otra vez
MAry Smarthobbies Suerte 👍🏼
Chingonnnn el video el viernes lo are gracias
Great job, liked the video!
Nefeteria Thanks, Glad you liked it 👍🏼
Hahaha chingon you lost your snap on socket down the engine
Great stuff bro
E CAMRIO Thanks Homie 🙏🏼
I changed a Cataylic converter that was 500 degrees Fahrenheit. I burnt my hand and it looks like 🥓😂😂😂🤦🏽♂️
Hey Brother, hope you can answer me! I HAVE been looking for someone that drives a traverse in UA-cam for a while!!!! Finally I got to you, I feel like my car is hesitant, or kinda slow to accelerate, a whole tuneup was done less than 7 months ago, I got the code P0420, I have scam the car with every single high end scam tool and nothing comes on!!! But I feel the hesitation when Im driving, any advice you can give me??? Great video! By the way even for people that have never work on cars bf, also I think I got a leak on my exhaust by the end of the exhaust I saw some black residual, please get back to me!!
By the way, I have the cat code even before the tuneup, although I just didn't want to replace it... yes I know I'm cheap! But I dont think the car get hesitant bc of the cat... but please help...any advice will be appreciated
This guy is so cute! Remember the 2005 movie, "Carlito's Way: Rise To Power"? He looks just like the actor Jay Hernandez.
Debbie C Thank You, at least you didn’t say Luis Guzman 😆
Who do you think watches these videos? Not mechanics lol. You must explain everything.
Someone stole the wd40 🤣🤣
Cual es el banco 2 banco 1 me puedes de cir
Julio Reyes El banco 1 esta cerca de los parabrisas y el banco 2 esta cerca del radiador 👌🏼
I love your video but you really gotta learn how to use the camera. We would like to see you how are you doing the job. Other than that ...bien hecho.
Ha! This dude is funny and pretty much dead on. Get your hands in there...
Ervey Thanks Homie 🙏🏼
I was thinking the same thing lol. Wouldn't mind hanging out with this guy sometime. Haha
Excellent video, Thanks!!
Great video bro but no thank you take this 💵💵💵 and call me in a few hours to pick it up 🚙💨
john collins I got you 😎
COdigo: PO420
a very progresive vedeo good job
Only cause I appreciate your video. please where eye protection. thks
Ok But Coffee first lol 😂 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Español please 🤷🏻♂️
Hahahaha 🤣 and you lost your WD40
You are bringing some good content, keep it up #viagra
Matco Fools I try, thanks for supporting 🌶
The Homie Hektor I have a question, how much is the converter? Where can I get it
Good video bro, tell me about it I just burned the shit out of my wrist on a SS Camaro catalytic converter 😂
heyitschinoable Thank you Homie...
The Homie Hektor. ey guy y how change 2 catalytic 2 on back engie motor. when mor work too ,,, i see how change catalytic on front. i want yo know how change catalytic2