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Old Aug 8, 2006 | 05:07 PM
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Would a factory catalytic converter off a 2001 WS6 fit a 2000 Trans Am? Is there anything special that needs to be done? Thanks
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Old Aug 8, 2006 | 05:14 PM
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Dunno for sure, which one? Check the PN's for each year. Are you past 80K?
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if you have less than 80,000 miles the dealership replaces them for $free.99
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mine's over 80k
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Would a factory catalytic converter off a 2001 WS6 fit a 2000 Trans Am? Is there anything special that needs to be done? Thanks
Yes it will fit, so long as you are swapping a driver's side with a driver's side or a passenger's side with a passenger's side.

'00-'02 use the same exhaust configuration.

Nothing special involved. But be prepared to break a stud somewhere, likely on the manifold to cat connection flange. If you have a lot of miles they tend to seize and snap. Use some PB Blaster or Liquid Wrench on the bolts first.
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Honestly I dont think using liquid wrench or even the almighty PB blaster would help. Your most likely going to break those studs.
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I have a set of 01 cats with 5k on them if you are interested.
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Originally Posted by farnoush
Honestly I dont think using liquid wrench or even the almighty PB blaster would help. Your most likely going to break those studs.
The dealer just replaced my cat under warranty and the service writer told me that they had to remove the exhaust manifold after breaking two studs still not being able to get the thing off.
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