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32026-06-07
2001-2007 Ford Escape 3.0L V6 | Front Catalytic Converter | OE#AJ382050XB/16412 - PHILTOP

This PHILTOP front left catalytic converter kit is a replacement exhaust component designed for specific Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles with the 3.0L engine, including the Escape, Tribute, and Mariner from the early-to-mid 2000s. It’s meant to replace a failing or clogged catalytic converter, which is a critical part of the emissions system responsible for reducing harmful exhaust gases.In use, this is very much a direct-fit type of repair part. Installation usually involves removing the old converter from the exhaust manifold area and bolting this unit in its place, assuming compatibility with the exact vehicle model and engine setup. Since it’s EPA compliant, it’s intended to meet basic emissions standards for legal road use, which matters a lot depending on your state’s inspection requirements. Fitment and sealing are important here, because any exhaust leaks or misalignment can cause performance issues or trigger a check engine light.Overall, this is a functional replacement part for a very specific repair scenario rather than an upgrade or performance piece. It’s something you buy when your original catalytic converter has failed and you need to restore proper emissions function and get the vehicle running cleanly again. If it matches your vehicle exactly, it’s a straightforward way to get an older SUV or crossover back into compliance and normal operation.

DFof

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42026-06-07
2007-2017 Jeep Patriot 2.4L L4; 2007-2017 Jeep Compass 2.4L L4 | Catalytic Converter | OE#68066674AC/16618 - PHILTOP

It's cheap, it fit perfectly, and worked..... for about the months. Mine has some kind of blockage that caused it to overheat and develops a small leak at one of the seams. It did not clog due to a running issue. I'm a professional mechanic and I was impressed enough by the construction of this cat that I'm ordering another and I'm assuming this was a manufacturing fluke.

SuperDad

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52026-06-06
2006-2012 Subaru Outback 2.5L | Front Catalytic Converter - PHILTOP

Welds are perfect, material is shiny, fits perfect. Gaskets are good. Lightweight yet tough. Easy install, but that’s on Subaru. Great value. NOT compatible with OEM heat shields, I just throw them away as the pipe doesn’t face any heat-sensitive components.

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