St Cloud, Mn. Used Auto Parts

Catalytic Converters… F ew people it seems understand the value of a catalytic converter —and why it’s important to keep it in good working condition. So, here are a few facts about catalytic converters (originally shared by  How Stuff Works  that can help you better understand and take care of your vehicle. 1. Reduce pollution. According to How Stuff Works, the main function of a catalytic converter is to  convert harmful pollutants into less harmful emissions before they ever leave the car’s­ exhaust system. Many states regulate the amount of emissions allowed for a car to be registered, and a catalytic converter is an important part of meeting those standards. 2. Became standard in 1975. Catalytic converters weren’t part of automobile assembly from the beginning. In fact, they were introduced in vehicles as a standard in 1975 in response to laws regarding cars and pollution. 3. Prevent a number of harmful emissions. Three main emissions that a ...

Catalytic converters play a vital role in all vehicle emissions systems.  Modern cars rely on catalytic converters to remove carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and other harmful chemicals from exhaust emissions. To do so they rely on costly metals that have special chemical properties that diminish in effectiveness over time.  In a catalytic converter, the catalyst (in the form of platinum and palladium) is coated onto a ceramic honeycomb or ceramic beads that are housed in a muffler-like package attached to the exhaust pipe. The catalyst helps to convert carbon monoxide into carbon dioxide. It converts the hydrocarbons into carbon dioxide and water. It also converts the nitrogen oxides back into nitrogen and oxygen. Typically, your catalytic converter converts approximately 90% of emissions, but there are a number of factors that can increase or decrease the efficiency. Converters are less efficient at converting cooler temperature emissions, so a diesel fuel or short driving dis...

What goes into purchasing used car or truck parts? It comes down to budget and quality. Whether you are buying a part for your DIY project or mechanic, being an automotive expert is not required! K&C makes buying used auto parts easy. What to consider before buying used auto parts: Do I want to buy used, new or aftermarket auto parts? Buying used parts is an affordable alternative to new and aftermarket parts. And, is great for the environment since used parts don’t require manufacturing of new materials. Aftermarket parts are not always made to spec resulting in fitment issues.  How can I be confident in my purchase and be protected? Depending on where you shop, warranty options are available to protect your part. Here at K&C we offer a hassle-free extended Warranty with several options. We offer this because every part is tested and inspected for quality assurance and your safety and satisfaction is our goal. How do I know what part do I need? If you are receiving part d...