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Stolen

You hear about catalytic converter theft all the time. As the price for precious metals increases so does the theft of scrap catalytic converters.  The question to ask is what can you do as buyer to avoid buying stolen scrap … Continue reading

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Converters- It really is a shell game

How should  I send in my converters with the shell or without? This is a question that is frequently asked.  In all scrap catalytic converters, the monolith is surrounded by stainless steel. This outer coating is commonly referred to as … Continue reading

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Ceramic vs Foil- Is there really a difference?

It is a common question that is often asked ” What is the difference between a foil and ceramic converter” To start there are three types of scrap converters: Beads, Foils and Ceramics.  The foils are also referred to as wires. There … Continue reading

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Aftermarket or chamelon

As many of you know, the aftermarket is a replacement converter for the original catalytic converter of your car.  While the aftermarket is a replacement, the scrap recovery price is much lower than original part. This scrap price paid can … Continue reading

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Show me what you got

There are other factors that help choosing  your scrap catalytic converter and it all centers around three components: Cash, Delivery and Answers. Let’s start with the first: Cash. It does not do you any good if your converter is worth … Continue reading

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What can we do for you

Besides, identifying the basic converter categories, the catalytic converter recycling company you select can help identify the value of a specific scrap catalytic converter. http://www.federalautocat.com/catalytic-converter-recycling-services.html If you are car junkie, you know that each year there is a different model … Continue reading

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Your Future starts right now

So, you have taken the first important step in “Going Green” by buying scrap catalytic converters. By doing so, you are saving the world from the dangers of aboveground mining. So, now you need to ask yourself, “How can buy … Continue reading

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How to discover if you really have a Picasso?

So, how do you get to know your catalytic converter? You have look at catalytic converter like how you would shop for a car or television. First thing that you would do is explore your options. Take your converter to … Continue reading

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Grading: Is a converter really like a Picasso?

The second most popular item you hear in scrap catalytic converter buying is grading. The first, of course, is price. However, the two go hand in hand. How can that be? Picture a child trying to sell lemonade at .25 … Continue reading

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