Herb,
Thank you for your suggestion about Magnaflow converters. I have had confirmed by my local Volvo parts department that 1994-97 Volvo 850s, non-turbos with air pumps (both sedans & wagons) are suitable catalytic converter donors. Also the 1998 V70 non-turbo with an air pump is also a candidate.
It would be a sad irony, if a catalytic converter "kills" my 850 in the end. I really like the car, it presents well and runs great, plus it is a 5-speed manual which around were I live is "as rare as hen's teeth". I doubt I'll ever find another Volvo wagon with a 5 speed manual. Hope springs eternal. Thank you for you help and advice.
Hugh
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