Drift Motion Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 intercooler are not related to emission Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nm Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 intercooler are not related to emission That's iffy. I've heard that repeated, but reading through the CARB rules that isn't made that clear. If someone's got a cite, I'd love to see it. That said, they don't check them http://www.bar.ca.gov/80_BARResources/ftp/pdfdocs/Smog_Check_Guide.pdf So basically, it isn't legal, but they won't check it. Interesting. Similarly, AO seps are fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irrational Exuberance Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 I believe aftermarket IC is ok as long as you don't move the MAF or have an atmospheric blowoff. Dont quote me on that. "i like my women the way i like terrorists... ...screaming gods name and ready to explode." http://img255.imageshack.us/img255/5479/troy3nu5.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted July 14, 2011 Share Posted July 14, 2011 Just passed my smog test. Way below max. I have an AVO TMIC, AVO uppipe, BNR 16G, and Infamous tuned. I got nervous over the uppipe, but after looking at the pipe, I wasn't too concern. The leak in the radiator overflow tube spewed coolant all over that pipe. It was no longer polished stainless. It looked like the any other OEM exhaust pipe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wang Lung Posted July 14, 2011 Share Posted July 14, 2011 Just passed my smog test. Way below max. I have an AVO TMIC, AVO uppipe, BNR 16G, and Infamous tuned. I got nervous over the uppipe, but after looking at the pipe, I wasn't too concern. The leak in the radiator overflow tube spewed coolant all over that pipe. It was no longer polished stainless. It looked like the any other OEM exhaust pipe. No downpipe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 Nope. It's a daily driver, not many can say they have over 186K miles on their car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sactojesse Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Just passed my smog check this morning. Running a Cobb Stage 1 map w/ a Bosal catless uppipe and stock downpipe (2 cats). Emission test results: HC idle: Max. 100, Avg. 17, Measured 2 HC 2,500 rpm: Max. 130, Avg. 12, Measured 5 CO% idle: Max. 1.00, Avg. 0.00, Measured 0.05 CO% 2,500 rpm: Max 1.00, Avg. 0.10, Measured 0.00 The only thing I was above average on was idle CO%, but I was still well below the max allowed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSix Posted July 18, 2011 Author Share Posted July 18, 2011 Wow, great news! Now it just sounds like I might have to worry about my Cobb catted downpipe. I do have my OEM pipe if I fail, but I really don't want to shell out the cash to double swap just for a smog. Give a man a beer, and he'll waste an hour. Teach a man to brew, and he'll waste a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sactojesse Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Wow, great news! Now it just sounds like I might have to worry about my Cobb catted downpipe. I do have my OEM pipe if I fail, but I really don't want to shell out the cash to double swap just for a smog. I didn't want to take a chance on the potential fail w/ my Cobb catted DP, so I swapped the stock DP back on for the test. My stock TMIC is leaking, so my plan is to replace it w/ an AVO TMIC and, when I do that, re-install the Cobb DP and flash back to Stage 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSix Posted July 18, 2011 Author Share Posted July 18, 2011 I didn't want to take a chance on the potential fail w/ my Cobb catted DP, so I swapped the stock DP back on for the test. My stock TMIC is leaking, so my plan is to replace it w/ an AVO TMIC and, when I do that, re-install the Cobb DP and flash back to Stage 2. What was the time and/or cost of double swapping? I'm lazy. I'll probably take it in with the pipe. If it fails, then I'll double swap. Give a man a beer, and he'll waste an hour. Teach a man to brew, and he'll waste a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wang Lung Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 What was the time and/or cost of double swapping? I'm lazy. I'll probably take it in with the pipe. If it fails, then I'll double swap. When are you due for testing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSix Posted July 18, 2011 Author Share Posted July 18, 2011 When are you due for testing? By December. Give a man a beer, and he'll waste an hour. Teach a man to brew, and he'll waste a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sactojesse Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 What was the time and/or cost of double swapping? I'm lazy. I'll probably take it in with the pipe. If it fails, then I'll double swap. I'll be swapping the DP back by myself when I replace my TMIC. My car was already in for the 105K major service at Joe's Alfas-Subaru, so I had them swap the DP since they were already doing like $900+ worth of work. They charged 1 hour labor for the DP swap. Assuming an hour labor for each swap @ around $90/hr (depending on the shop), so $180 labor for both swaps. Plus, you'll likely need to replace the DP to turbo gasket and the DP to midpipe gasket, another $40 or so for both of those: http://www.fredbeansparts.com/index.php/subaru-turbo-to-downpipe-gasket.html http://www.fredbeansparts.com/index.php/subaru-downpipe-to-intermediate-pipe-gasket.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nm Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Wow, great news! Now it just sounds like I might have to worry about my Cobb catted downpipe. I do have my OEM pipe if I fail, but I really don't want to shell out the cash to double swap just for a smog. I really wish that aftermarket downpipes looked as shitty as the stocker. I don't want some shiny stainless thing that looks nice. I want cheapass potmetal with a subaru stamp but nice stuff inside. I have an invidia and there's no way that will pass the visual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSix Posted July 18, 2011 Author Share Posted July 18, 2011 I really wish that aftermarket downpipes looked as shitty as the stocker. I don't want some shiny stainless thing that looks nice. I want cheapass potmetal with a subaru stamp but nice stuff inside. I have an invidia and there's no way that will pass the visual. Nah, my Cobb DP looks just as shitty as the rest of the pipes in my car, but it's been on there 3-4 years I think. I'm hoping the little lump for the one cat will be enough. But I don't know how inspections work. Give a man a beer, and he'll waste an hour. Teach a man to brew, and he'll waste a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nm Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Nah, my Cobb DP looks just as shitty as the rest of the pipes in my car, but it's been on there 3-4 years I think. I'm hoping the little lump for the one cat will be enough. But I don't know how inspections work. Well, clearly the invida is too well built. Admittedly it only as 2 years, but it still looks perfect. Crap it is shinier than the exterior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sactojesse Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I really wish that aftermarket downpipes looked as shitty as the stocker. Amen to that. That's one of the reasons I went w/ the Bosal UP because it looks OEM w/ heat shielding that looks stock. Bosal is an OEM for the STI catless UPs and for the SPT catback system. There's no way my Cobb DP would have passed a visual. That thing is way too shiny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSix Posted July 18, 2011 Author Share Posted July 18, 2011 Amen to that. That's one of the reasons I went w/ the Bosal UP because it looks OEM w/ heat shielding that looks stock. Bosal is an OEM for the STI catless UPs and for the SPT catback system. There's no way my Cobb DP would have passed a visual. That thing is way too shiny! I'll have Paul at DBTuned have a look and give me his opinion at my next oil change. I'm still hoping we get a few posts on this thread like "Hey, I got mine smogged with aftermarket downpipe, yay!". I still have a few months to decide. Give a man a beer, and he'll waste an hour. Teach a man to brew, and he'll waste a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSix Posted July 18, 2011 Author Share Posted July 18, 2011 Oh, one more thing. I'm hoping the fact that my car looks completely stock on the interior/exterior might help, too. Give a man a beer, and he'll waste an hour. Teach a man to brew, and he'll waste a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nm Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Amen to that. That's one of the reasons I went w/ the Bosal UP because it looks OEM w/ heat shielding that looks stock. Bosal is an OEM for the STI catless UPs and for the SPT catback system. There's no way my Cobb DP would have passed a visual. That thing is way too shiny! That's why I have STI UP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 My AVO uppipe looked like crap from all the coolant that got sprayed on it. Heck my entire right side of the engine look like crap between the coolant and the CV boot failing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nm Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 My AVO uppipe looked like crap from all the coolant that got sprayed on it. Heck my entire right side of the engine look like crap between the coolant and the CV boot failing. My passenger inner CV boot seemed to spray everywhere but the DP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmie415 Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Got the unEpic FAIL yesterday from the smog boys. Coming back from LA this weekend I had thrown a CEL, P2006 et al. After checking the TGV connectors I flashed the computer to remove the codes. Turns out the state frowns on that and you have to "cycle" the computer a few times before you can pass the test. The MAN knows if you are trying to sneak one past them. Live and learn. At least I get one free retest. All the other numbers were fine as my engine is unmodded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sactojesse Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Got the unEpic FAIL yesterday from the smog boys. Coming back from LA this weekend I had thrown a CEL, P2006 et al. After checking the TGV connectors I flashed the computer to remove the codes. Turns out the state frowns on that and you have to "cycle" the computer a few times before you can pass the test. The MAN knows if you are trying to sneak one past them. That's precisely why I delayed my smog check so that I could put 700 miles on my car after I reflashed it to Stage 1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmie415 Posted July 21, 2011 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Any idea on how long I need to run the car? I usually ride my motorcycle so the wagon is garaged most of the time. 30 days for my free retest and it would suck to go in there and get denied a second time. I tried searching but to no avail. -tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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