Can I use a Cat from a Turbo on a N/A?

[smokeythewhitewagon]

My search for replacement exhaust parts is exhausting. Trying to find a cheap Cat for my 98 Legacy L. Mechanic told me not to use aftermarket, but find part-outs or buy direct from Subaru. I've found plenty of turbo part-outs... could I use that Cat?

I'll probably have to get a shop to build me a custom manifold, so mounting a turbo cat shouldn't be an issue... more worried about computer/ sensor issues.

[chuckthefuk]

If you cut it up then yes..

Cats are cats.. they scrub emissions. As long as you have your pre and post o2 sensor all should be fine and dandy.

-Chuck

[Dead91silvia]

Save yourself some grief and get it done right and use the right parts. That wont be an upgrade. Have you even looked of Craigs List for one? I sold one to another member on here for $70... Cats last a long time, unless your burning oil or have CEL's on...

[smokeythewhitewagon]

I've seen plenty on Craigslist, but pretty much all from turbos, thus my question.

[smokeythewhitewagon]

I found a shop nearby that can sell me the single port header and cat together for 250. Is that worth it? Seems a little bit steep

[Dead91silvia]

Well, cats are like 100 at the low end for one, so thats not that bad if it includes a header