2003 Honda CRV Catalytic Converter Genuine vs. Factory Part

2003 HONDA CRV
144,500 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KDHINTON
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Honda Authorized Mechanic says for the Cat I should only use genuine Honda parts, because of the heat factory parts don't work or last. My car is older & with a lot of miles (have no other problems) should make this investment? If factory part ok, which ones are the better?
Jun 9, 2010 at 8:34 AM
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BLACKOP555
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oem fits best and easiest to install. hondas are low polluting and dont get that hot. so any convertor should do just fine.
Jun 9, 2010 at 4:03 PM
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BLACKOP555
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make sure that your mechanic there fixes the problem why the convertor burnt our or youll be putting a new one in it
Jun 9, 2010 at 4:04 PM
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