Failed SMOG in CA *PLEASE HELP*
#61
Evolving Member
My sister used to live in a town that didn't require smog, but she wouldn't let me use her address. Now, smog isn't really my problem. I put on the cat and it passes fine. My issue is passing visual, at any other time. If an LEO decided to look under my car, right now, and see no cat, I'm busted, no matter where my car is registered. The car still has to meet smog requirements. Or so I'm told.
Edit: I need to read *all* the new replies before responding, seems a few others said the same thing lol.
#63
Evolving Member
It's a fine balance between someone not so incompetent they'll fail you because the Evo never came from the factory with a turbo(this actually happened to me) and someone who actually cares about their job.
Look for reviews where people talk about how quick smog was. In and out is what you want.
Luckily the guy that passed me was an older dude who happened to he a Lancer enthusiast. Total stroke of luck, hopefully you can find someone who's a bit more lenient.
#64
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Try to look for another shop if you can.
It's a fine balance between someone not so incompetent they'll fail you because the Evo never came from the factory with a turbo(this actually happened to me) and someone who actually cares about their job.
Look for reviews where people talk about how quick smog was. In and out is what you want.
Luckily the guy that passed me was an older dude who happened to he a Lancer enthusiast. Total stroke of luck, hopefully you can find someone who's a bit more lenient.
It's a fine balance between someone not so incompetent they'll fail you because the Evo never came from the factory with a turbo(this actually happened to me) and someone who actually cares about their job.
Look for reviews where people talk about how quick smog was. In and out is what you want.
Luckily the guy that passed me was an older dude who happened to he a Lancer enthusiast. Total stroke of luck, hopefully you can find someone who's a bit more lenient.
Since then I passed legit with a different shop 3 times in a row, although the first time it took several hours convincing him that the Evo 9 does in fact exist. No, Mitsubishi did not go from 8 to 10 like his book says they did.
Also here's one of the funniest photos I've ever seen. It's the last 100% stock Evo in California being inspected by a rocket surgeon. The confused dog in the window, the whole thing is a complete joke.
Last edited by Name User; Mar 22, 2019 at 12:20 AM.
#65
EvoM Community Team Leader
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Try to look for another shop if you can.
It's a fine balance between someone not so incompetent they'll fail you because the Evo never came from the factory with a turbo(this actually happened to me) and someone who actually cares about their job.
Look for reviews where people talk about how quick smog was. In and out is what you want.
Luckily the guy that passed me was an older dude who happened to he a Lancer enthusiast. Total stroke of luck, hopefully you can find someone who's a bit more lenient.
It's a fine balance between someone not so incompetent they'll fail you because the Evo never came from the factory with a turbo(this actually happened to me) and someone who actually cares about their job.
Look for reviews where people talk about how quick smog was. In and out is what you want.
Luckily the guy that passed me was an older dude who happened to he a Lancer enthusiast. Total stroke of luck, hopefully you can find someone who's a bit more lenient.
It's ridiculous.
#66
Try to look for another shop if you can.
It's a fine balance between someone not so incompetent they'll fail you because the Evo never came from the factory with a turbo(this actually happened to me) and someone who actually cares about their job.
Look for reviews where people talk about how quick smog was. In and out is what you want.
Luckily the guy that passed me was an older dude who happened to he a Lancer enthusiast. Total stroke of luck, hopefully you can find someone who's a bit more lenient.
It's a fine balance between someone not so incompetent they'll fail you because the Evo never came from the factory with a turbo(this actually happened to me) and someone who actually cares about their job.
Look for reviews where people talk about how quick smog was. In and out is what you want.
Luckily the guy that passed me was an older dude who happened to he a Lancer enthusiast. Total stroke of luck, hopefully you can find someone who's a bit more lenient.
#67
EvoM Guru
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The good news about this is you can claim ignorance and just explain that the smell is because "you believe" the cat is going bad and needs replacement soon. This way it doesn;t look like you did it on purpose lol.
I had a smog shop tell me the silver OEM intercooler pipes were aftermarket. Dude literally wagged a finger in my face. So then I upgraded to black aftermarket intercooler pipes and passed visual inspection. Would have been pointless to remind them that intercooler pipes aren't even restricted by CARB. Things really do get this stupid.
Since then I passed legit with a different shop 3 times in a row, although the first time it took several hours convincing him that the Evo 9 does in fact exist. No, Mitsubishi did not go from 8 to 10 like his book says they did.
Also here's one of the funniest photos I've ever seen. It's the last 100% stock Evo in California being inspected by a rocket surgeon. The confused dog in the window, the whole thing is a complete joke.
Since then I passed legit with a different shop 3 times in a row, although the first time it took several hours convincing him that the Evo 9 does in fact exist. No, Mitsubishi did not go from 8 to 10 like his book says they did.
Also here's one of the funniest photos I've ever seen. It's the last 100% stock Evo in California being inspected by a rocket surgeon. The confused dog in the window, the whole thing is a complete joke.
#68
EvoM Staff Alumni
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Yeah, his left hand gesture says it all
Likely a waste of time trying to explain away any non compliant issues to the Cop. They're not going to be getting on all 4's to check your CAT / TP.
Theyll just "Write Ya Up" & send you to the Ref & let them figure it out
Likely a waste of time trying to explain away any non compliant issues to the Cop. They're not going to be getting on all 4's to check your CAT / TP.
Theyll just "Write Ya Up" & send you to the Ref & let them figure it out
Last edited by MinusPrevious; Mar 23, 2019 at 08:34 AM.
#69
Evolving Member
Luckily I've never had any police question my modifications, but I'm just waiting for the day an overzealous chippie decides my stock-looking Evo is a Fast and Furious drift car.
#72
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#73
#74
Newbie
EDIT: I see they're now checking check sums.
I guess it's just waiting for the next round of tuner fixes.
Luckily, there's no more sniffer test
I guess it's just waiting for the next round of tuner fixes.
Luckily, there's no more sniffer test
Last edited by MIL.SPEC Erik; Jun 15, 2019 at 09:07 PM.
#75
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Originally Posted by MIL.SPEC Erik
EDIT: I see they're now checking check sums.
I guess it's just waiting for the next round of tuner fixes.
Luckily, there's no more sniffer test
I guess it's just waiting for the next round of tuner fixes.
Luckily, there's no more sniffer test