Morbark Beever M18R Gas Catalytic Converter Rebuild
The Morbark Beever M18R is a high-capacity industrial brush chipper built for demanding land clearing and tree service applications. Gas-powered M18R machines come with either a Ford 6.2L or PSI 5.7L V8, both fitted with a three-way catalytic converter. The sustained high-load duty of a large industrial chipper accelerates catalyst degradation. New England Supply House rebuilds these through our core-exchange program.
Engine & Emissions System
| Engine | Ford 6.2L V8 Gas (165 HP) or PSI 5.7L V8 Gas (165 HP) |
|---|---|
| Emissions Tier | EPA Tier 4 (gas) |
| Catalyst Type | Three-way catalytic converter (TWC) |
Why Catalytic Converters Fail on This Machine
The Ford 6.2L is a proven industrial engine, but wood chipping duty pushes it hard. Continuous wide-open-throttle operation generates sustained exhaust heat that degrades the catalyst substrate over thousands of operating hours. Like other port-injected V8s, the 6.2L can develop valve seal wear over time, introducing oil ash into the exhaust stream. Oil-contaminated three-way catalysts lose conversion efficiency progressively — performance drops and fault codes appear — and cannot be cleaned back to spec. A rebuild is the only reliable solution.
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
- Call or submit the fitment check form — we confirm your machine’s engine and emissions configuration before you ship anything.
- Remove your catalytic converter and ship the core to us with tracking and insurance. Ship to: New England Supply House, 14 Pinto Way, Mansfield, MA 02048
- We rebuild and return your core within 3–5 business days.
Request a Fitment Check
Call 774-701-6374 or submit a fitment check request online. This is not a complete list of compatible configurations — call us if your specific engine build isn’t listed.