Bandit Intimidator 18XP Diesel Catalytic Converter Rebuild
New England Supply House is the only company in the U.S. rebuilding wood chipper catalytic converters.
The Bandit Intimidator 18XP is one of the most popular professional drum chippers in the tree care industry. Diesel-powered 18XP machines run a Caterpillar C4.4 Tier 4 Final engine with a DOC and DPF aftertreatment system. The stop-start duty cycle of professional chipping stresses these aftertreatment systems hard. New England Supply House rebuilds degraded and plugged units through our core-exchange program.
Engine & Exhaust System
| Engine | Caterpillar C4.4 Tier 4 Final Diesel |
|---|---|
| Catalyst Type | Diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) + diesel particulate filter (DPF) |
Why Catalytic Converters Fail on This Machine
Cat C4.4 Tier 4 Final engines use a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and diesel particulate filter (DPF). Wood chippers are hard on this system: the stop-start work cycle — chipping a load, shutting down, restarting — prevents the DPF from reaching passive regeneration temperatures. Active regeneration cycles are frequently interrupted when operators don't recognize the warning indicators, and repeated interruptions cause accelerated soot loading. Over time the filter plugs, backpressure rises, and the DOC substrate degrades from thermal stress during forced regen attempts.
What’s Included in the Rebuild
- Full disassembly and inspection of the catalyst housing and substrate
- New catalyst substrate installed to OEM specifications
- Reassembly using your existing housing (core exchange — your housing returns to you)
- Performance verification before return shipping
- Warranty against manufacturing defects
How Core Exchange Works
Core exchange is required — we rebuild your catalytic converter, so we need your core to complete the job.
- Place your order. Order the converter rebuild you need — gas or diesel — at newenglandsupplyhouse.com.
- Get your converter to us. Choose drop-off or shipping at checkout and we’ll send instructions — drop-off is by appointment at our Foxboro shop, or ship it to us from anywhere in the country. We rebuild your unit with new internals.
- Back to work in 1–2 days (typically). Standard turnaround is 1–2 business days. Need it sooner? Ask about our 24-hour rush rebuild.
Order your rebuild
Your Bandit Intimidator 18XP uses the diesel rebuild. Checkout takes a minute, then we email shipping or drop-off instructions for your core. Rebuilt and on its way back in 1–2 business days, typically.
Order the diesel rebuild · $1,750
Questions first? Call 774-701-6374.