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Walker Ultra EPA Direct Fit Catalytic Converter Overall Length 42.500 IN

(273 reviews)
Part # 54498
5 year warranty
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Product Details
Part No. 54498
Warranty Details (5 Year Warranty)
Designed to comply with EPA standards while delivering premium performance with assured compliance, Walker Ultra direct-fit catalytic converters are available for import and domestic OBDII (1996 and newer) vehicles. Count on Walker Ultra converters for industry-leading fit and function.

Product Features:
  • EPA COMPLIANT -- For use on OBDII vehicles, 1996 and newer. Not legal for sale or use in CA, CO & NY. Legal in ME on EPA Federal Emission Equipped Vehicles only. Consult your state's aftermarket converter regulations for details.
  • DIRECT-FIT DESIGN -- Direct-fit bolt-on replacement solution with OE-style hangers, brackets, routings and heat shields for easy installation that doesn't require specialized fabrication and/or welding
  • KEEPS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OFF FOR EMISSIONS CODES -- OE-style high-technology washcoat and optimal precious metal load delivers required reduction in tailpipe emissions to match vehicle application
  • STRONG AND DURABLE -- Features thick OE-style flanges, hangers and brackets for strength and durability
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN -- Features aluminized heat shields when originally equipped, to match OE design, protecting the undercarriage from heat created by the converter
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE -- Backed by Walker's 25,000-mile/40,000-kilometer emissions and 5-year 50,000-mile/80,000-kilometer structural integrity warranty. Visit Walkerexhaust.com for details.
Specifications
Air Tube:
No

Body Height:
4.125 in

Body Length:
8.000 in

Body Material:
Stainless Steel

Body Shape:
Large Oval

Body Width:
4.125 in

California Air Resources Board (CARB) Certified:
No

Converter Quantity:
1

Grade Type:
Premium

Inlet 1 Type:
3 Bolt Welded Flange

Inlet 2 Type:
3 Bolt Welded Flange

Inlet Quantity:
2

Inlet Type:
3 Bolt Welded Flange

Mounting Hardware Included:
No

Outlet 1 Type:
2 Bolt Welded Flange

Outlet Quantity:
1

Outlet Type:
2 Bolt Welded Flange

Overall Length:
42.500 in

Substrate Material:
Ceramic

Universal Or Specific Fit:
Specific
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4.09 out of 5
273 Customer Reviews
81% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
142
4 Stars
69
3 Stars
32
2 Stars
5
1 Star
25
Poor QualityPoor QualityPoor Quality
Poor QualityWorst!Just dandy, as long as it arrives aliveJust dandy, as long as it arrives aliveGet it!
Pros
102
Easy To Install
12
Increases Power
8
Great Sound
8
Lightweight
3
Price
Cons
13
Difficult To Install
9
None
6
No Increase In Performance
4
Noisy
2
Unattractive Design
Best Uses
82
Replacement
77
Everyday Driving
5
Restoration
2
Performance Driving
1
For 98 Lexus None
Car & Truck
24
Casual Driver
14
Mechanic
8
Auto Enthusiast
5
Truck Enthusiast
1
Competitive Driver
Describe Yourself
58
Casual Driver
32
Auto Enthusiast
30
Mechanic
8
Truck Enthusiast
1
Toyota Hobbyist
Most Liked Positive Review
Great product, still going
Installed this over a year ago with a new O2 sensor and bolts. I replaced both gaskets with this converter, this bolted right up and has been working without any problems for over 10,000 miles and 1.5 years. Finally got a chance to come back and write a review. All you need to replace the existing unit is a Dremel to cut off the old rusted bolts and a hammer to break the rusted bond at the flange joints.
Most Liked Negative Review
Not a direct fit
Just know you'll have to cut the heat shields and work with them to get them to fit. In addition, the tapped hole for the rear O2 sensor is in the wrong place and there's an extra tapped hole which makes me think these are frankensteined together with preassembled catalytic converter elements which explains why the converter housings appear smaller than OEM. Just wish they'd be honest in the description and avoid saying its Ultra Direct Fit.
Reviewed by 273 Customers
Very easy to install reused bolts of old
Staff Reviewer -
WAS easy to install,I ordered gaskets to but reused bolts from old converter,just knocked out old ones.I Sprayed with PB Blaster first.Thanks
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Great product, still going
Staff Reviewer -
Installed this over a year ago with a new O2 sensor and bolts. I replaced both gaskets with this converter, this bolted right up and has been working without any problems for over 10,000 miles and 1.5 years. Finally got a chance to come back and write a review. All you need to replace the existing unit is a Dremel to cut off the old rusted bolts and a hammer to break the rusted bond at the flange joints.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Not Too Shabby! Easy Fit!
Staff Reviewer -
It fit. Could of had a front mount like the OEM. Time will tell.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Cat Converter
Staff Reviewer -
it was a replacement for my honda accord 2002 coupe fit right in i have a aftermarket exhaust and headers. my old exhaust the cat was seized in i could not get it off the old pipes. so i just bought a new one so everything was plug and play. it does the job no check enging light. will pass smog. no smoke comes out my new exhaust just a deep sound. thats how i like it the slot for the sensor scres right in. it looks exactly the same as the oem one. the only thing that it did not come with was the screws to bolt on from your down pipe i had to buy my own. overall great product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Great Product
Staff Reviewer -
Easy to install
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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