Catback is shortened slang for "everything back from the catalytic converter". It is a bolt on exhaust which connects to the rear of the pipe holding the catalytic converter, and ends with the muffler and exhaust tip. In short, you need a cat to have a catback.
The catalytic converter in directly behind the engine. ( might need to use a flashlight ) It is bolted right to the exhaust manifold. The catalytic converter in directly behind the engine. ( might need to use a flashlight ) It is bolted right to the exhaust manifold.
Yes, legally and for the computer to function correctly you will need a catalytic converter.
Catalytic converters do not rattle. If it does it will need to be replaced as it may block the exhaust. Loose heat shield?
The catalytic converter is a sealed unit and must be replaced completely. A good mechanic or a shop that specializes in exhaust systems can do the job. If the entire exhaust pipe doesn't need replacing, the converter itself can be cut out of the existing exhaust pipe and a new one fitted in.
You need a catalytic converter
u need to check your exhaust system i have never yet seen any diesel that has a catalytic converter installed
First make sure the car is cool. Then you will need to get under your Thunderbird and remove the clamps that hold the catalytic converter in place between two lengths of exhaust pipe. You will then be able to remove the converter.
There are no differences. High flow catalytic converters are not really high flow; the catalytic converters you have on your vehicle are as high flow as you need them to be. A "high" flow converter will either be of a larger diameter, or the inside is made in such a way that there is less restriction to exhaust flow.
If there are no exhaust leaks or other codes, the catalytic converter has failed. You will need to replace it.
Working on the exhaust system is a job best left to a professional. You will save very little by doing it yourself. Have the catalytic converter tested to be sure you need a new one. Catalytic Converters are very expensive so you do not want to replace a good one. If it is bad you need to find out why it went bad. Things like a miss on a cylinder from a bad plug or a defective O2 sensor will ruin the converter. Also a burnt exhaust valve will destroy the converter.
The catalytic converter is usually held in place by a set of clamps located at the front and rear of the unit. These clamps tie the unit to the exhaust system. If your converter is welded to the exhaust pipes, you will need to remove the old welding and weld the new one in place, or bring it to a service station and have them do it.
Actually it probably wasn't customised. That is how they were made. The two sides go together right at the cat converter. There is a four bolt flange at the interface between the crossover pipes and the cat.