New Cat Convertor on A3 3.2...options?

Youstolemyname · 15 Sep 2012 at 13:27

Just took my A3 3.2 in to the local indy for some diagnosis on an annoying rattle. Exhaust gives out a metallic rattle sound at certain low revs and on idle.

He reckons its the cat that needs replacing as it's starting to come loose inside. Says can't get an aftermarket part and it's gonna be circa £1200 for a replacement including labour from :eek:

Could really do without shelling that out at the moment as we are in the middle of moving house. Indy reckons its not a problem though as emissions are fine. Are there any other alternatives or sites I can get an aftermarket cat from?

Ta for any advice

Youstolemyname · 15 Sep 2012 at 13:32

I've googled about and drawn the same blank as you Fox, very annoying timing of it. Got the local audi specialist on the case though now, calling back Monday.

Suppose I could de-cat and fit something else perhaps? Is that even an option...

Youstolemyname · 15 Sep 2012 at 13:36

And none on the miltek exhausts include a cat....

Grr, just going to have to never open windows as it can't be heard in the cabin.

Youstolemyname · 15 Sep 2012 at 15:44

not getting any error codes or warning lights on the dash and am just taking the word of the garage that it's the cat...

Youstolemyname · 15 Sep 2012 at 16:44

looking circa £700 plus labour then. Meh.

Anyone want to buy an A3 with a custom exhaust noise?

Youstolemyname · 16 Sep 2012 at 00:11

Delta12 said:
pure pig of a job on the a3 3.2

having done this on both a 8P a3 and a mk4 golf I would never like the displeasure of doing a manifold on either car again. certainly wouldn't want to be doing it twice a year

me either! Don't fancy a decat one bit!!!