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Catalytic Converter

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Name: Catalytic Converter

description: "Often simply called a ""catalyst"", this is a stainless steel canister that is part of a vehicle's exhaust system and contains a thin layer of catalytic material spread over a large area of inert supports. It induces chemical reactions that convert an engine's exhaust emissions into less harmful products prior to entering the environment. "

First Reported Mar 16 2010 - Updated Mar 16 2010 - 1 Documents

Matt Barnes

Denver Seeing Increase in Catalytic Converter Thefts [VIDEO]

A news report on 9NEWS discussed the recent rash of catalytic converter thefts in the Denver, CO, area. Vehicle owners who are hit by these thieves often face large repair bills to repair their exhaust system.A news report on 9NEWS discussed the recent ... [Published Mar 16 2010 by Import Car]

Entities: Catalytic Converter, Denver (Colorado, United States), Recycling, Matt Barnes, Police Officer

First Reported Mar 14 2010 - Updated Mar 14 2010 - 1 Documents

1989 Jeep Comanche Eliminator

Radiator needed replacing after 18 years.Alternator only lasted 11 years.Original battery died after 7 years.Water pump started leaking after 230000km.Needed steering box after 17 years because of leaking gasket.The truck is on its 3rd set of tires with ... [Published Mar 14 2010 by carsurvey.org]

Entities: Catalytic Converter, Battery, Emission

First Reported Mar 12 2010 - Updated Mar 12 2010 - 1 Documents

Toyota Motor Corporation

Catalytic converter thefts spike in Colo.

AURORA, Colo., March 12 (UPI) -- Authorities in Colorado said a spike in the price of three precious metals found in catalytic converters has led to a rash of auto-part thefts.Police in Aurora said they marked 17 recent thefts of the converters, which ... [Published Mar 12 2010 by UPI]

Entities: Catalytic Converter, Kenny Anderson, Lakewood (Colorado, United States), Greeley (Colorado, United States), Toyota Motor Corporation

First Reported Mar 12 2010 - Updated Mar 12 2010 - 1 Documents

Aprilia

2010 Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 Factory video

Take a look at Aprilia's answer to the HypermotardFULLY ADJUSTABLE suspension, Brembo brakes, wavy discs, fly-by-wire throttle - there's plenty of hi-tech stuff on Aprilia's 2010 Dorsudoro 750 Factory, and here's a promo video of the bike in action.The ... [Published Mar 12 2010 by Visordown]

Entities: Aprilia, Catalytic Converter, Brembo

First Reported Mar 11 2010 - Updated Mar 11 2010 - 1 Documents

American Automobile Association

13 Things Your Car Mechanic Won't Tell You

Real mechanics give you the inside scoop on the tricks of the trade.1. "Watch out for scare tactics. Admonitions like 'I wouldn't drive this another mile' should be viewed with suspicion."2. "Check for ASE [National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence] ... [Published Mar 11 2010 by Yahoo! Shine]

Entities: American Automobile Association, Catalytic Converter, Work Order, Brake Pads

First Reported Mar 04 2010 - Updated Mar 04 2010 - 1 Documents

AI interview with Claus Bruestle, president of North American operations at Emitec Inc

The German Gesellschaft fuer Emissionstechnologie GmbH or Emitec, is a global leader in the metal substrate market for vehicle exhaust gas catalysts and diesel particulate filters. The company also supplies optimum serial-production ready components and ... [Published Mar 04 2010 by Automotive Industries]

Entities: Catalyst, Diesel, Catalytic Converter, Emission

First Reported Mar 04 2010 - Updated Mar 04 2010 - 1 Documents

How to Know Why Your Check Engine Light Is On

Did you ever wonder what it means when your check engine light is on?Difficulty: EasyInstructionsThings You'll Need:Common SenseAbility to readInternetAutozoneStep 1Have you ever wondered what makes the check engine light come on without paying an arm ... [Published Mar 04 2010 by EHow.com]

Entities: Diagnostic, MISFIRE, Oxygen

First Reported Feb 28 2010 - Updated Feb 28 2010 - 1 Documents

Platinum palladium price gap to narrow down

TORONTO (Commodity Online): If a mining major is to be believed, difference between the prices for platinum and palladium will decrease in the coming days.Both metals are used in autocatalysts. However, platinum is currently trading at above $1 500/oz, ... [Published Feb 28 2010 by CommodityOnline]

Entities: Palladium, Platinum, Catalytic Converter, Stillwater Mining Company

First Reported Feb 25 2010 - Updated Feb 25 2010 - 1 Documents

Platinum-palladium price gap will narrow further - Stillwater

TORONTO (miningweekly.com) - The difference between the prices for platinum and palladium will likely continue to decrease, Stillwater Mining CEO Frank McAllister said on Thursday.Both metals are used primarily in emissions-reducing autocatalysts, but ... [Published Feb 25 2010 by Mining Weekly]

Entities: Palladium, Platinum, Catalytic Converter, Stillwater Mining Company

First Reported Feb 18 2010 - Updated Feb 18 2010 - 1 Documents

Catalytic Converter Tech Feature: Diagnosing P0420 or P0430 DTCs

Although modern OBD II technology has simplified catalytic converter diagnostics, it's still important to understand the basics of catalytic converter operation when dealing with a P0420 or P0430 DTC. Gary Goms explores the basics of catalytic converter ... [Published Feb 18 2010 by Brake and Front End]

Entities: Catalytic Converter, Oxygen, Catalyst, Substrate

First Reported Feb 17 2010 - Updated Feb 17 2010 - 1 Documents

Catalytic Converters -- Diagnosing P0420 or P0430 DTCs

Although modern OBD II technology has simplified catalytic converter diagnostics, itâ€™s still important to understand the basics of catalytic converter operation when dealing with a P0420 or P0430 DTC. Gary Goms explores the basics of catalytic converter ... [Published Feb 17 2010 by Brake and Front End]

Entities: Catalytic Converter, Oxygen, Catalyst, Substrate

First Reported Jan 07 2010 - Updated Jan 08 2010 - 2 Documents

How New Palladium, Platinum ETFs Will Change Supply and Demand

Michael Pollick submits: The world is about to entertain two new investment vehicles that could have a profound effect on the prices of two very rare and very necessary metals -- palladium and platinum. Unlike gold, which we do not "need" for that ... [Published Jan 07 2010 by ETFs News and Commentary from Seeking Alpha]

Entities: Palladium, Platinum, Catalytic Converter, Catalyst, Diesel

Quotes

...They offered instead a stock Legacy GT, which is like saying, "We're going to let you date Ellie May Clampett but first you should take a few laps with Miss Jane, homely secretary to Milburn Drysdale, so you'll see the difference."

2010 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Special Edition--It's what we wish for: [Auto Week - 18 hours ago]

"Catalytic converters can be removed within minutes. They get underneath the car using a battery powered saw of some sort, and they can take these off in three minutes to get what they're after and get on down the road" Thornton Police Officer Matt Barnes said

Denver Seeing Increase in Catalytic Converter Thefts [VIDEO] [Import Car - Mar 16 2010]

"For me, the most interesting aspect of the testing was the emissions results. Understanding that catalysts require close stoichiometric mixtures for proper function, I was extremely curious both in the quantities of criteria emissions formed and the conversion efficiency in rich A/F mixtures."

Renewable Fuels And Engine Technologies - Dyno Test #1: Our Opinion - Engine [Circle Track - Mar 12 2010]

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