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    Catalytic Converter Heat Shield

    Then I guess I will have to stay on asphalt and concrete. The old Miata is not so great as an off-road vehicle anyway!
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    Catalytic Converter Heat Shield

    Apparently the heat shield is not available separately; you have to replace the entire converter. I have seen several postings elsewhere that suggest removing the shield is an acceptable strategy. Does removal comprimise either safety or functioning of the converter itself? Looking at the...
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    Catalytic Converter Heat Shield

    I have a 1992 Miata that started having a nasty rattling sound, which I traced to a rusted out catalytic converter heat shield. The converter itself looks fine. I have owned this car since 1996 and have never had any exhaust work done so I assume this is the original converter. I removed the...
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