Test pipes are known to provide a lot of horsepower with less money.
But will all the (resonated) test pipes not pass the smog test? i live in CA.
I heard by using test pipes, one's car could be taken away.
If not, then what brands sell (resonated) test pipes that passes the smog thest and no worry in one's car taken away??

thank you

 

I already answered this for you, no need to repost it.

If caught you will get a ref ticket:

http://www.autorepair.ca.gov/80_BARR...e_Centers.html

 

idk how to move or erase the thread in general area..sry

 

Good question for your regional forum. I do not live in California, and am not up to date on California emissions requirements.

 

If you make a third thread ill answer it there.

 

any test pipes, HFC, or anything at all is illegal. Stock cats are "supposed" to be remained untouched.

 

so basically all i can do to my car is the end exhaust and header?

 

They won't pass a visual if noticed, and they're not going to pass the emissions test itself either. No test pipe is going to perform the same function as a catalytic converter, so no test pipe is going to allow your vehicle to pass the actual emissions test. It's also a federal EPA violation to remove or replace your cat(s) with anything that doesn't meet their retarded requirements. The fine can be up to $2500 for an individual and $25000 for dealers. If you don't get an obnoxiously loud exhaust or get your car impounded for something stupid like street racing, you'll probably never have to worry about being caught running them, and for the emissions test just put your cats back on for the test. Always make sure your car is well warmed up before going in for a test.