april
Verified Purchaser
It took a while to get here but was packed well. My nephew replaced his old part with the new one this weekend. He reported ease of use and everything was correct according to the year make and model he has!
april
Verified Purchaser
It took a while to get here but was packed well. My nephew replaced his old part with the new one this weekend. He reported ease of use and everything was correct according to the year make and model he has!
Thomas
Verified Purchaser
The converter arrived fast and looks good. Had to make an appointment to get into the shop to install. If all goes well I'll leave my review as a 5 but if any issues due to build quality or design come up I will update my review later.
Brian ZBrian Z
Verified Purchaser
First, I would like to say I bought this thing on the cheap so I could pass emissions. That's it. I know it won't last forever, the reviews say it won't last longer than a year or two, but it worked. For that, it gets all five stars because it did exactly what I wanted it to do.Now for the cons, and they aren't much. The bolts that came with the unit are just a hair too short, and the springs have this funny taper. This means they were an absolute pain to work with, and I eventually just used the old springs. The short bolt length meant I needed someone to squeeze the ends to the muffler side while I kept trying to get some thread to grab on to. It came with the little gaskets and my buddy said they were a little thicker, which could explain the problem, but I didn't confirm it and it was already bolted in.The picture looks like it is the exact item, but once out of the box there were no places to hook the old heat shields back on. This wasn't a huge deal as I found a way to secure them where I wanted them to be using some clamp straps.I detected no extra noise or reduction in engine power, but this thing was SMELLY. I know new cats are smelly but this one REEKED for almost a week, and I was definitely driving a bunch to clear the codes. Again, if you are buying a cheap cat at 1/6th of the price you get what you expect.Pros: After the second day one of the two threshold tests nudged just above minimum passing, and the pending P0420 code went away by day 4. I cleared it all on day 5 and drove around another week to get some cycles in, all tests passed. Went to DEQ (Oregon Metro standards) and walked out with some stickers.
Pawpawjoe
Verified Purchaser
Price was great,made well and a perfect fit solved my check engine problem.
Mayelin Rangel
Verified Purchaser
Más de lo que esperaba , ideal para mí auto
er911re
Verified Purchaser
100 percent working
Mindy m.
Verified Purchaser
I recently installed the PHILTOP Catalytic Converter Kit on my 1998 Toyota Camry, and I have to say, it was a pretty smooth experience. The installation was straightforward, and I appreciated that it came with all the necessary parts.
Evan b.
Verified Purchaser
I recently installed the PHILTOP Catalytic Converter Kit on my 1998 Toyota Camry, and I couldn't be happier with the results. The fit was perfect, and installation was straightforward, even for someone like me who's not a professional mechanic. It’s nice to know it's EPA compliant, so I feel good about my purchase.
CEYEA
Verified Purchaser
This is a well made CATALYTIC CONVERTER by PHILTOP! It's capable of DECREASING FUEL CONSUMPTION, FOUL ODORS, & POWER MALFUNCTIONS. It comes with ALL NECESSARY HARDWARE and is COMPATIBLE with many Honda vehicles!
JAT
Verified Purchaser
This catalytic converter is a budget-friendly replacement option for older Honda CR-V models with the 2.4L engine (2002–2006). It’s designed as a direct-fit unit, and it includes gaskets and hardware, which helps simplify the installation process without needing extra parts or modifications.The construction is pretty standard for this price range. It uses a stainless steel and aluminized pipe setup, which helps resist rust and handle heat over time. Inside, the ceramic core is built to support proper exhaust flow and emissions control. The “high-flow” design aims to reduce backpressure, which can help the engine run smoother if your old converter was clogged or failing.Installation is straightforward if you’re comfortable working on exhaust systems, though like most catalytic converters, professional installation is still the safer route if you want to avoid leaks or fitment issues.One important thing to keep in mind is emissions compliance. This is EPA-compliant, not CARB-compliant, so it’s not legal for use in stricter states like California and Colorado, and there are also limitations in places like New York and Maine depending on the vehicle.Overall, this is a practical replacement if you’re looking for a cost-effective fix and your vehicle qualifies under federal emissions standards. It covers the basics well without getting overly expensive.
april
Verified Purchaser
It took a while to get here but was packed well. My nephew replaced his old part with the new one this weekend. He reported ease of use and everything was correct according to the year make and model he has!
Thomas
Verified Purchaser
The converter arrived fast and looks good. Had to make an appointment to get into the shop to install. If all goes well I'll leave my review as a 5 but if any issues due to build quality or design come up I will update my review later.
Brian ZBrian Z
Verified Purchaser
First, I would like to say I bought this thing on the cheap so I could pass emissions. That's it. I know it won't last forever, the reviews say it won't last longer than a year or two, but it worked. For that, it gets all five stars because it did exactly what I wanted it to do.Now for the cons, and they aren't much. The bolts that came with the unit are just a hair too short, and the springs have this funny taper. This means they were an absolute pain to work with, and I eventually just used the old springs. The short bolt length meant I needed someone to squeeze the ends to the muffler side while I kept trying to get some thread to grab on to. It came with the little gaskets and my buddy said they were a little thicker, which could explain the problem, but I didn't confirm it and it was already bolted in.The picture looks like it is the exact item, but once out of the box there were no places to hook the old heat shields back on. This wasn't a huge deal as I found a way to secure them where I wanted them to be using some clamp straps.I detected no extra noise or reduction in engine power, but this thing was SMELLY. I know new cats are smelly but this one REEKED for almost a week, and I was definitely driving a bunch to clear the codes. Again, if you are buying a cheap cat at 1/6th of the price you get what you expect.Pros: After the second day one of the two threshold tests nudged just above minimum passing, and the pending P0420 code went away by day 4. I cleared it all on day 5 and drove around another week to get some cycles in, all tests passed. Went to DEQ (Oregon Metro standards) and walked out with some stickers.
Pawpawjoe
Verified Purchaser
Price was great,made well and a perfect fit solved my check engine problem.
Mayelin Rangel
Verified Purchaser
Más de lo que esperaba , ideal para mí auto
er911re
Verified Purchaser
100 percent working
Mindy m.
Verified Purchaser
I recently installed the PHILTOP Catalytic Converter Kit on my 1998 Toyota Camry, and I have to say, it was a pretty smooth experience. The installation was straightforward, and I appreciated that it came with all the necessary parts.
Evan b.
Verified Purchaser
I recently installed the PHILTOP Catalytic Converter Kit on my 1998 Toyota Camry, and I couldn't be happier with the results. The fit was perfect, and installation was straightforward, even for someone like me who's not a professional mechanic. It’s nice to know it's EPA compliant, so I feel good about my purchase.
CEYEA
Verified Purchaser
This is a well made CATALYTIC CONVERTER by PHILTOP! It's capable of DECREASING FUEL CONSUMPTION, FOUL ODORS, & POWER MALFUNCTIONS. It comes with ALL NECESSARY HARDWARE and is COMPATIBLE with many Honda vehicles!
JAT
Verified Purchaser
This catalytic converter is a budget-friendly replacement option for older Honda CR-V models with the 2.4L engine (2002–2006). It’s designed as a direct-fit unit, and it includes gaskets and hardware, which helps simplify the installation process without needing extra parts or modifications.The construction is pretty standard for this price range. It uses a stainless steel and aluminized pipe setup, which helps resist rust and handle heat over time. Inside, the ceramic core is built to support proper exhaust flow and emissions control. The “high-flow” design aims to reduce backpressure, which can help the engine run smoother if your old converter was clogged or failing.Installation is straightforward if you’re comfortable working on exhaust systems, though like most catalytic converters, professional installation is still the safer route if you want to avoid leaks or fitment issues.One important thing to keep in mind is emissions compliance. This is EPA-compliant, not CARB-compliant, so it’s not legal for use in stricter states like California and Colorado, and there are also limitations in places like New York and Maine depending on the vehicle.Overall, this is a practical replacement if you’re looking for a cost-effective fix and your vehicle qualifies under federal emissions standards. It covers the basics well without getting overly expensive.