{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-ford-e-350-e-450-2017-2018-6-8l","title":"Catalytic Converter for Ford E-350 E-450 (2017-2018) 6.8L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Fit EPA-Compliant Catalytic Converter for 2017-2018 Ford E-Series (VN127)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The direct-fit catalytic converter replaces clogged or degraded emissions hardware on the 2017-2018 Ford E-Series to eliminate P0420\/P0430 DTC codes, restore exhaust scavenging, and maintain legal tailpipe emissions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford E-Series Converter Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommercial cutaway fleet duty cycles subject the \u003cstrong\u003eVN127\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis to continuous thermal loading, heavy payload dragging, and high operating exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs). Over extended mileage, the factory catalytic converter substrate on the \u003cstrong\u003e6.8L Triton V10\u003c\/strong\u003e suffers from washcoat sintering, internal carbon poisoning, and thermal shock fractures. This deterioration restricts exhaust gas velocity, elevates manifold backpressure, triggers catalyst inefficiency trouble codes, and degrades operational torque delivery under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered as a bolt-on replacement, this unit features a heavy-gauge 409 stainless steel shell engineered to withstand thermal cycling and underbody corrosion. The internal assembly houses a high-flow ceramic honeycomb monolith coated with a concentrated precious-metal washcoat (Platinum, Palladium, Rhodium) designed for rapid light-off and optimal hydrocarbon\/CO\/NOx conversion efficiency. Precision laser-cut flanges and factory-located, precision-threaded O2 sensor bungs allow direct interface with OEM exhaust manifolds without cutting or welding, fully interchanging with OEM part numbers \u003cstrong\u003e646321\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e30809\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Installation Hardware Accessory Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2017-2018 Ford E-Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e6.8L Triton V10 \/ VN127\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e305 hp \/ 420 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e646321, 30809\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 Ford E-350 Cutaway \/ Stripped Chassis (6.8L V10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2018 Ford E-350 Cutaway \/ Stripped Chassis (6.8L V10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 Ford E-450 Cutaway \/ Stripped Chassis (6.8L V10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2018 Ford E-450 Cutaway \/ Stripped Chassis (6.8L V10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the VN127 E-Series?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2017-2018 Ford E-Series equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e6.8L Triton V10\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. \u003cstrong\u003eNon-CARB compliant: Not legal for sale or use in California, New York, Colorado, or Maine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre aftermarket ECU modifications or tuning required following installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo tuning is required; the ceramic substrate and washcoat loading operate within factory OBD-II downstream sensor thresholds to clear DTC check engine lights naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Commercial Durability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured to endure demanding commercial shuttle and towing duty cycles, this converter delivers the exhaust flow and thermal stamina demanded by fleet operators.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67916335710456,"sku":"DS-EIPLKXVH0","price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-e-350-e-450-2017-2018-6-8l-1.jpg?v=1793475084","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-e-350-e-450-2017-2018-6-8l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}