Anyone been thrown a CEL with Berk HFC's?

Micas · 11-13-2009, 12:36 AM

Forgive the noob question, as I'm just starting to read about exhaust systems, but why would you use test pipes? Doesn't that guarantee a fail in emission testing, or do you just swap them out for the stock cat when you test?

Matt · 11-13-2009, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Micas

Forgive the noob question, as I'm just starting to read about exhaust systems, but why would you use test pipes? Doesn't that guarantee a fail in emission testing, or do you just swap them out for the stock cat when you test?

Some states, such as Georgia (where I live), have zero emissions tests or inspections.

So for less money, you can achieve better flow, gains, and sound, albeit too loud or "raspy" for some.

semtex · 11-13-2009, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt

Some states, such as Georgia (where I live), have zero emissions tests or inspections.

So for less money, you can achieve better flow, gains, and sound, albeit too loud or "raspy" for some.

What???? Zero emissions tests???? LOL, not in the area of GA I live in! Not sure about Augusta though. A new car doesn't have to be tested for emissions for the first 2 years, but after that it has to pass emissions every other year in order to renew your tag. Having said that, in GA it's just an OBD test. They hook up a cable to your ECU and check for CELs. No CELs, you pass. Pretty simple (and test pipe friendly!).

Edit: Looks like in GA, whether or not you need emissions testing depends on your county of residence. Per Georgia Smog Checks - Emissions Regulations, GA Smog Testing Stations - DMV Guide :

All gasoline-powered passenger cars and light trucks 1982 and newer in the following Georgia counties must pass an emission inspection before being issued license plates:

* Cherokee

* Clayton

* Cobb

* Coweta

* DeKalb

* Douglas

* Fayette

* Forsyth

* Fulton

* Gwinnett

* Henry

* Paulding

* Rockdale

Motorcycles, RVs, and motor homes do not require emissions testing.

So I guess it's just us Atlanta-area folks who have to do this.

JohnnyBgood · 11-13-2009, 09:41 AM

Just hit &,00 w/ the berk cb's--no lights. (knocking on wood.)

Mike · 11-13-2009, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt

Some states, such as Georgia (where I live), have zero emissions tests or inspections.

So for less money, you can achieve better flow, gains, and sound, albeit too loud or "raspy" for some.

actually, here in Atlanta we do have emissions testing. Fortunately all the look for is a CEL now, as opposed to before when they put it on the emissions dyno.

Matt · 11-13-2009, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike

actually, here in Atlanta we do have emissions testing. Fortunately all the look for is a CEL now, as opposed to before when they put it on the emissions dyno.

Mike and Semtex....ouch! That really sucks, although you're right...it's nothing compared to areas like California!

Here in Columbia/Richmond county, they don't even care if your car has wheels, just as long as it's insured!

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