Beginning in the mid-1970's, virtually all new cars were required to have a catalytic converter. This device reduces the emission of carbon monoxide and other pollutants given off by internal combustion. It had a bad reputation, in the beginning - they were troublesome, filled with heavy pellets and were known for draining power from the largest engines.

Today's Ford 150 Catalytic Converter is a product of the latest technology, however. Lightweight, its "catalyst" consists of a ceramic plate resembling a honeycomb, coated with a compound of platinum and palladium.

This catalyst removes most of the carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrous oxide gases that result when gasoline is burned by breaking the molecular bonds and converting them into CO2 and water vapor. It's not a perfect solution, as CO2 has been linked to the global warming phenomenon, but it is preferable to the alternative. When damaged or clogged, a Ford 150 Catalytic Converter can have adverse effects on performance. Test your catalytic converter by removing the old oxygen sensor and exhaust pipe, the revving the engine to 4000 RPM. A whistling sound will tell you that the device is clogged. If your Ford 150 is emitting particularly bad-smelling exhaust, and/or seems to be lack its usual "pep," you may very well need to install a new Ford 150 Catalytic Converter. Because of the platinum, a catalytic converter can be expensive - but we guarantee the lowest price on our website. If you find the identical item on another site for less, email the URL to us, and we will meet or beat that price as well as pay for your shipping.Order online or by phone, anytime of day or night.