Catalytic Converter?
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
Catalytic Converter?
Today i tried to get a Virginia inspection sticker for my 79 F100, i was issue a temporary sticker for 15 days for not having a catalytic converter. Did the 73-79 F-Series truck come with catalytic converters? If so what is the best high flow cat to buy?
Thank you, Ford Trucks are the best!
Thank you, Ford Trucks are the best!
Postmaster
Joined: Jul 2001
Posts: 4,956
Likes: 10
From: MD
No, they didn't. 1979 Trucks weighting more than 8500 GVW as per the new EPA law did not require catalytic converters. Plus, some trucks built prior January 1, 1979 may be certified for 1978 emissions (with the older EPA requirement, which was 6500 GVW).
For instances, F-350. 1979 F350s did not come with any. Its lowest rated GVW for the F-350? 8550! They pulled the same thing by introducing the F150 in 1975...
For instances, F-350. 1979 F350s did not come with any. Its lowest rated GVW for the F-350? 8550! They pulled the same thing by introducing the F150 in 1975...
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,647
Likes: 3
From: Halifx Pa
I have a 1977 F150 300 I6 which does not have a cat, and on the valve cover it reads non catalyst, but I bet they were from 78 onward. Someone may jump in here and tell us some did before that. I am willing to bet you are to have one and an EGR valve.
also welcome aboard I see this is your first post.
also welcome aboard I see this is your first post.
Super Moderator
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 34,481
Likes: 2,801
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
No i don't have the stock emissions equipment on the truck, i have a race muffler that dual out on the side of the truck, before the rear tires, it sounds awesome
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
I have a 1977 F150 300 I6 which does not have a cat, and on the valve cover it reads non catalyst, but I bet they were from 78 onward. Someone may jump in here and tell us some did before that. I am willing to bet you are to have one and an EGR valve.
also welcome aboard I see this is your first post.
also welcome aboard I see this is your first post.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Cross-Country
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 76
Likes: 1
No, they didn't. 1979 Trucks weighting more than 8500 GVW as per the new EPA law did not require catalytic converters. Plus, some trucks built prior January 1, 1979 may be certified for 1978 emissions (with the older EPA requirement, which was 6500 GVW).
For instances, F-350. 1979 F350s did not come with any. Its lowest rated GVW for the F-350? 8550! They pulled the same thing by introducing the F150 in 1975...
For instances, F-350. 1979 F350s did not come with any. Its lowest rated GVW for the F-350? 8550! They pulled the same thing by introducing the F150 in 1975...
I'm sure your right. I only cared about cars when the question came up in the past.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Crn316
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
5
Aug 25, 2014 12:04 AM
Fifty4F100
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
Mar 23, 2014 09:52 PM
grindit60
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
9
Dec 10, 2013 10:59 AM
gblaz123
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
12
Aug 8, 2012 07:46 AM
