Exhaust Systems....Researched

[Redtag20]

great info nick. i to live in CA and deal with smoging. I'd like to clean up the intake like you have, but what about changing the original equip. when it comes time to smog? What does the state require?

[mrnickleye]

Originally Posted by Redtag20

great info nick. i to live in CA and deal with smoging. I'd like to clean up the intake like you have, but what about changing the original equip. when it comes time to smog? What does the state require?

You must have the original equipment in place and working properly. Aftermarket stuff must be C.A.R.B. legal.

-Cat convertor
-EGR system
-Timing set to spec
-No check light on (except when they test for a good bulb)
-Evaporation canister & system
-Vacuum lines in place and routed properly
-No BIG holes in the exhaust or muffler
-No fuel leaks
-No BIG liquid leaks (oils, coolant, etc)
-No obvious signs of tampering (like disconnected stuff)
-Good gas cap (new ones cost $6)


Also, make sure its running good, and won't overheat during the test. Make sure the brakes work.