I have to get a new cat ASAP and am going to have a buddy help me put it on. Welding a universal one on is out, but I was hoping for some feedback on the best bolt on catalytic converter. Anyone got any feedback?
It's a 1997 Blazer LS, 4 Door.

 

I just went to advance auto and got the bolt on one that they stock and bolted it on to my 99. it was 200 bucks plus I bought new bolts since I snapped all the old ones off getting them loose.

 

Universal Magnaflows have worked well for me. Only one that hasnt was because of a problem with the engine burning too much oil due to blown valve seals.

 

Thanks for the feedback. I've used Magnaflow universal cats before and have no major complaints but since welding isn't an option I need to go with a bolt-in, direct fit type. I was going to go with the one OEM style from Auto Zone but they don't even list or sell the gaskets there. When I checked online I found that Advance Auto has the gaskets as well as a cheaper price. Plus since they also have an additional online only sale right now it will end up only cost about $175 for the cat, gaskets and new bolts and all of it in stock too. If all goes well I'll have all the parts today later today and everything installed tomorrow at a local shop that lets you bring the parts and they just charge labor.