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what's the best way to deal with this busted catalytic converter support?

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AylmerQc
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Is there an aftermarket alternative to trying to rebuild and re-weld this corroded support to the catalytic converter on our 2007 XC70?
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pay to have it welded back or buy a welder and DIY.

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Yes, although I suspect the welder would say there's not much metal there to work with since it's corroded and broken. My feeling is the support needs some kind of rebuild which is why I'm asking if there's some after-market alternative anyone has used who's had this happen to them.
I looked online and found something that may do but won't order until I get some feedback here wrt to this, if forthcoming...

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I supported that part that was sagging with some plumbing strap and two teck screws… do as I say not as I do… :lol:
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prwood wrote:I wish I had a permanent car repair area that was covered, had a level surface, lighting and fans, a workbench, and tool cabinets. You know,like a garage. Much of my time during the job is spent hauling things up and down the stairs to the basement or in and out of the storage shed, or running back downstairs when I realize I need something else,or taking a break from standing out in the sun,or using flashlights or work lamps when it gets dark.

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I'm thinking of hose clamps, which I've used before.
I may just go with that once more...

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