D22 catalytic converter - do I need one?

[Ridgie]

Hi Folks,

Vehicle - 2006 D22 ST-R 3.0 ltr diesel.

My new 3" exhaust does not have a cat converter - it is not in the dump pipe and not elsewhere in the system. The manufacturer confirms this.

I have queried the legalities of this with them as I have read on this forum, and have been told, that if the vehicle came with a cat then any after market sytem must have one also. My stock system has a cat in one of the pipe sections.

The manufatcurer states that because the Navara is a commercial vehicle a cat converter is not required for the diesel. They say this is a national standard. They say some diesel Navs did come out with a cat but they are not required. They will back their claims and support me should I have any problems with authorities.

I have asked them to put their position/claims in writing so I have a record. I might add, that at this stage I have no reason to dispute what they say, as any incorrect information they give out could be detrimental to their business which is getting a great deal of exposure nation wide.

What are your thoughts?

Regards,
Ridgie.

 

[Leprechaun]

You can only assume it's correct information. Unless someone that works for VicRoads and can prove otherwise, I'd go along with them.

 

[Al]

hmm i didn't even question beaudesert exhaust when i got mine as thier the pros so they should know. Mine does have a catalytic converter either.

 

[Ridgie]

hmm i didn't even question beaudesert exhaust when i got mine as thier the pros so they should know. Mine does have a catalytic converter either.

Does or doesn't ?