As of June 1 New York also requires original equipment or the CARB approved
Cats. Any state that has adopted CARB rules has or will probably have
similar laws.

Dennis

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From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Sent: Monday, July 15, 2013 6:40 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Mufflers and OXS sensor

David, if you are in California now, you will need the special "California
only" aftermarket catalytic converter that is much more expensive than the
standard aftermarket unit.

 As far as mufflers go I usually like to use the Dansk/JP Group units as
they seem like the best made, and the quietest.  The other guy was asking
about using a freer flowing muffler.  I used these for many years (S&S
header version) and I found no real boost in power or economy, but they were
definitely louder and more annoying at highway speeds.  I know some people
like annoying road noises (big knobby tires, loud or tinny exhaust
sounds) but I sure don't especially on long trips where the noise,
vibration, and harshness can cause fatigue and extra tiredness.  I would go
with a Dansk/JP Group muffler, and just enjoy driving and looking at the
world around you.

 Everyone is going to look your way because you are driving a weird hippy
bus.  You don't have to make some extra noise to get attention.

Ken Wilford
John 3:16
www.vanagain.com

On Sat, Jul 13, 2013 at 2:10 PM, David M <covrambles@yahoo.com> wrote:

> I'm just researching these as it seems I will need both.
>
> What is the difference between the 15725 and 15735 oxygen sensors? Can
> I use either in a 1987 2.1L Vanagon.
> Is there a preferred muffler brand? I see Bosal, Ansa, Dansk, Ernst
> and Walker. All seem to be around $125-$150. What else will I need to
> replace the cat and muffler? It looks like the muffler hangers cost as
> much as the muffler.
> Do list members still get a slight discount from Bus Depot?
> Thanks.
>
>
> -David ('87 Wolfsburg)
>
>
>
> ________________________________
>

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Thanks,
Ken Wilford
John 3:16
www.vanagain.com