Throttle body spacers?
11-06-2013, 12:14 AM
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Thanks. I'm trying to learn as much as I can. On all my other vehicles that I've had exhaust put on ve had the cats taken off is it better to buy after market ones or take them off
11-06-2013, 10:38 AM
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i just want to point out something here that i never see anyone address and it kind of bugs me.
removing a cat is against the law. in almost every state and its a federal law requiring the installation of cats on vehicles. now i know cats restrict exhaust but before we convince this guy to ditch them at least advise him on high flow cats that way hes not getting fined and having to reinstall parts he tossed out.
The Alabama Pollution Control Act (State Code Chap. 28, Sec. 22-12) requires owners of automobiles that are equipped with air pollution control systems to maintain those systems in good working order. The Alabama pollution law prohibits operating a motor vehicle in the state if its catalytic converter and other air pollution control systems have been removed, disabled, or are otherwise not working correctly. Violators face a potential maximum $10,000 fine and up to a year in jail.
Even if Alabama law had stood silent on catalytic converters, there still is a federal law that prohibits removal or replacement of a properly functioning catalytic converter. This law applies in all 50 states, said the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's website. Violations by individuals are punishable by a fine of up to $2,500, while a business could be fined $25,000. Federal law requires that a failed converter be replaced with one that meets EPA standards and is a match for the original equipment.
removing a cat is against the law. in almost every state and its a federal law requiring the installation of cats on vehicles. now i know cats restrict exhaust but before we convince this guy to ditch them at least advise him on high flow cats that way hes not getting fined and having to reinstall parts he tossed out.
The Alabama Pollution Control Act (State Code Chap. 28, Sec. 22-12) requires owners of automobiles that are equipped with air pollution control systems to maintain those systems in good working order. The Alabama pollution law prohibits operating a motor vehicle in the state if its catalytic converter and other air pollution control systems have been removed, disabled, or are otherwise not working correctly. Violators face a potential maximum $10,000 fine and up to a year in jail.
Even if Alabama law had stood silent on catalytic converters, there still is a federal law that prohibits removal or replacement of a properly functioning catalytic converter. This law applies in all 50 states, said the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's website. Violations by individuals are punishable by a fine of up to $2,500, while a business could be fined $25,000. Federal law requires that a failed converter be replaced with one that meets EPA standards and is a match for the original equipment.
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11-06-2013, 11:12 AM
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its not about having inspections. if you get stopped for speeding and a cop looks under your truck you can get those fines. in the above post i linked the law code showing you its a state law you have to have them. you are entitled to do what you want but i just wanted to point out what can happen. besides the HP gain from removing them is not even noticed without a dyno. what maybe 3-5 hp. is it really worth the fines for that?
11-06-2013, 01:28 PM
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I got a TB spacer if you really need 1.... these guys are pulling your leg...
The spacer is good for 200 HP and 5mpg increase. Shoot me a PM if your need it cause its a pretty penny.
The spacer is good for 200 HP and 5mpg increase. Shoot me a PM if your need it cause its a pretty penny.