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2001 Jettta Exhaust Rattle... - 9/10/2007 5:48:38 AM

swissdietcoke

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Hey guys...first post, be nice :)

Recently, my 2001 Jetta with 155k miles starting exhibiting a horrible exhaust rattle at random RPMs. I took it to a small town repair shop, which quoted me $800 for a new catalytic converter and installation.

My heart sank, and I now drive a 2001 Jetta with a horrible rattle. Here's my question...Is he right? Is there no way to get rid of this rattle except for a new catalytic converter? If you go to eBay, or a parts shop, you can find 'universal' cats for under $200...whats the deal?

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RE: 2001 Jettta Exhaust Rattle... - 10/4/2007 2:54:40 AM

wheatbuck

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I know exactly what noise you're talking about. Sounds like a rock in the sheet metal that comes and goes as it pleases...I've got it. I crawled underneath my car and put pressure on every bit of exhaust and tin under there and couldn't pinpoint it. Later on I took it to the dealer and they told me the same story you got. Not worth the money. One of these days when I get some time, I'm going to pull the cat off and hammer out the catalyst. I've done this before to other vehicles with no negative consequences. Plus side, your get a throaty exhaust note and hopefully one less rattle. Don't do this in a state that checks emissions. I live in nebraska and don't have to worry about it. Good luck.

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