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SVT cat/flex=emmisions legal downpipe?

531 views 5 replies 4 participants last post by  S2inProgress  
#1 ·
anyone have pictures of what the header/cat/flex setup on the SVT looks like compared to the standard zetec?.....im building a turbo kit for my zetec and im under the impression that the svt cat is UNDER the motor istead of directly in front of it between the block and fans. if this is true im also wondering if the svt cat and flex will bolt up to a zetec cat-back exhaust. any help is greatly appreciated.
i looked on mcnews to look at them but the pics are too focused on the part, not the setup
 
#2 ·
well i dont know y u would want to see it then if ur going turbo.u dont use a header and i personally think its stupid to run a cat(even though its illegal in some places) this should honestly be in the svt forum or zetec forum....and if u do get a CAT then ull want to get a high flow(less back pressure) better flow
 
#3 ·
im building a turbo kit for my zetec and im under the impression that the svt cat is UNDER the motor istead of directly in front of it between the block and fans.
You're correct here.

im also wondering if the svt cat and flex will bolt up to a zetec cat-back exhaust
Not with out modification to the non-svt flange, the svt exhaust is larger than the non-svt and the bolt holes won't line up without making them a bit wider.

It would be easier to stick a cat in the straight pipe if you're concerned about passing a visual or sniffer inspection.
 
#4 ·
well i figured the SVT setup would have the 02 bungs and everything i need as well and be an easy bolt up for me to DIY, no welder here and im doin almost all the work myself with exception of tuning and someone to make me a downpipe from the turbo to the SVT CAT
 
#5 ·
Depending on your state that just might be a great idea. To mate a std focus exhaust to an svt flex just requires sloting of the bolt holes, very basic compared to installing a turbo.
 
#6 ·
cool, i just got a cat and flex from FOCUSSALVAGE for $100, and i live in NYS, emmissions here are second to cali basically so i NEED a cat and 02 sensors, this is the perfect solution thanx all of you for your help!