The Bosal that I have is fitted with the "loose" flanges, therefore the "seal" is questionable.  I would prefer a cat with fixed flanges so that, with the gaskets and the correct torque, I can be assured of a tight seal.  Regarding the Emico, I understand it's a Canadian manufacture that is part of the former Volkswagen Canada group.  I can order the new cat direct from them (I can't seem to find a local distributor).  I think that I'll order Emico unless someone knows why not to, or that the Magnaflux is remarkably better.

Tonight I discovered a leak in the exhaust manifold at the "twin junction" where the 1&3 pipe connects with the 2&4 pipe (leak is at the bottom nut/bolt of 1&3 connection).  I tightened the nuts and bolts(still leaks) so, once it cools, I will add a second gasket to that connection to see if it will quiet the exhaust.  This is all part of the post engine-refurb shakedown.

I'll ask my question about the timing/idle in another thread.  Thanks in advance for any additional comments regarding catalytic converters.

Skip

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From: Pat <psdooley@verizon.net>
To: 'Skip' <skiplaubach@COMCAST.NET>
Sent: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:52:41 -0000 (UTC)
Subject: RE: Catalytic Converter Choice

Hi, just curious about why you don't like the cat..

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From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Skip
Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 9:53 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Catalytic Converter Choice

'84 WBXR Manual, 1.9 case with 2200cc GoWesty kit

 Emico or Magnaflow?

I have 200 miles on my Bosal cat and I'm just not comfortable with it - not
sure why (I'll part it forward for $50 + shipping).

So, I want to upgrade but don't know if Emico or Magnaflow is better and
why?  Or, perhaps another manufacture?

Would you offer experience, opinions, perhaps facts?  It's a 49 stater, not
California.  Thank you.

Skip

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