Customer Reviews

Dustin Bradley

Verified Purchaser

52025-09-20
2007-2018 Lexus ES350 3.5L V6 | Front Catalytic Converter | OE#1741031540/50451 - PHILTOP

Here’s a review draft that hits the technical notes with Dustin-style clarity and real-world grit:---If your Jeep or Dodge is coughing like it’s been chain-smoking since 2011, this PHILTOP high-flow catalytic converter is the mechanical nicotine patch it’s been begging for. EPA compliant, stainless steel, and built like it means business.Real-World Rundown:• Fitment: Bolted onto a 2012 Grand Cherokee 3.6L like it was factory-born. No awkward angles, no gasket drama.• Build Quality: Stainless steel feels solid—not the kind that flakes after one winter. Welds are clean, flanges are beefy, and it doesn’t rattle like a tin can in a windstorm.• Performance Boost: Throttle response got snappier, and the engine note mellowed out. Not race-car loud, but definitely less wheezy.• Compliance & Codes: Passed emissions in Alabama without throwing a single CEL. No post-install sensor tantrums.Field-Tested Verdict: Took it through a 300-mile round trip with mixed terrain—no leaks, no regrets. If your old cat’s been wheezing like a haunted harmonica, this PHILTOP kit is a worthy upgrade.

TY

Verified Purchaser

52025-09-18
2007-2018 Lexus ES350 3.5L V6 | Front Catalytic Converter | OE#1741031540/50451 - PHILTOP

My 91 Cherokee is HARD to find parts for - if you have one, you know. And, then, when you do, they don't fit nearly as well as they like to pretend they will. This one does. No complaints. Easy in (difficult out - loads of rust on the old one). But, worked without issue and not too tough to install on a 91 Cherokee. Seems to be well made, certainly spec'ed to fit, and zero issue so far.

adam h.

Verified Purchaser

52026-04-11
2007-2011 Toyota Camry 2.4L L4; 2006-2008 Toyota Solara 2.4L L4 | Catalytic Converter | OE#1741028560/54737 - PHILTOP

I recently replaced the catalytic converter on my 2009 Subaru Forester with the PHILTOP Catalytic Converter, and I have to say, I'm pretty pleased with the purchase. Installation was straightforward, and I managed to do it myself without too much trouble, which is always a plus in my book.Right after the installation, I noticed a significant improvement in my car's performance. The engine felt smoother, and I didn’t hear any of those annoying exhaust noises that had developed over time. It’s also great to know it’s EPA compliant, so I can feel good about my environmental impact while driving.A few weeks in, there haven't been any issues, and my check engine light remains off, which was my main concern when making the switch. Overall, I think this is a solid choice if you're looking for a replacement catalytic converter for your Subaru. Good quality and a reasonable price—definitely worth considering if you’re in the same boat.

Nichole

Verified Purchaser

52026-05-25
2010/2012-2016 Buick LaCrosse 3.6L V6/3.0L V6 | Catalytic Converter | OE#20907414/16870 - PHILTOP

this kit is a solid option if you’re working on a Chevy or Buick with the 1.4T engine because it comes with the gasket included and the fitment lines up cleanly with the Encore Trax and similar models from the 2013 to 2018 range, and the welds and overall build feel sturdy right out of the box which is important when you’re replacing a factory converter on these small turbo engines. The installation is pretty straightforward if you’ve done exhaust work before since the bolt holes match up well and the kit seals tightly once everything is torqued down, and being EPA compliant makes it a reliable replacement for states that don’t require CARB parts. Once installed it helps clear up exhaust restriction issues and gets rid of the rattling or sulfur smell that shows up when the old converter starts failing, making it a dependable choice for restoring performance without paying dealership prices.