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Old Aug 23, 2004 | 12:07 PM
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Car: 1986 IROC-Z
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Stock cat dimensions?

Tried doing a search but for some reason its not working. Anyways my car needs a new cat converter, I'm sure the stock one is still there. So what I would like to know is what size universal cat I can bolt in.

So what would be the length and in/out dimensions for a 1986 IROC, with 305 TPI?

Any recommendations what brand?

TIA
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Old Aug 23, 2004 | 04:01 PM
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Car: 82 Berlinetta/57 Bel Air
Engine: L92/LQ4 (both w/4" stroke)
Transmission: 4L80E/4L80E
Axle/Gears: 12B-3.73/9"-3.89
Don't do it!

Get a direct-fit unit. Summit p/n CTO-9118, ~$120.

The cheapest way to get it done.

(Unless you have access to exhaust fabrication supplies and equipment.)
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Old Aug 23, 2004 | 08:02 PM
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Car: 1986 IROC-Z
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I'd like to get something other thn Catco. I seen too many mixed opinions on them.
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Old Aug 24, 2004 | 11:25 AM
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Car: 82 Berlinetta/57 Bel Air
Engine: L92/LQ4 (both w/4" stroke)
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Axle/Gears: 12B-3.73/9"-3.89
Whatever turns your crank.

I've got them on two different vehicles, about 6 years of drive time and multiple emissions tests with no problems.
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Old Aug 24, 2004 | 04:53 PM
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Car: 1987 Formula (original owner)
Engine: 305 TPI
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Axle/Gears: 9-bolt/3.45
The stock TPI cat is 20 3/4" long, and it's 3" in and 3" out.
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Old Aug 25, 2004 | 06:46 AM
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Thank you.
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