I've been searching with no aval...I have Bren's tunes with a FRPP CAI...Do I have to return to stock to get inspected?

 

Uh, why?

 

thought that bren's tunes shut down the rear 02 sensors...I'd hate to return to stock if I didn't have to.

 

Well they don't do emissions testing in this area so I wouldn't know.

 

Call them and tell them you need an emissions friendly tune

 

With just intake and tune, no.

 

They only turn off the rear o2s if you have LT headers, IIRC.

 

Here in Temple, they don't do the emissions test... Where are you located so I can be sure to stay the hell away from moving there... lol...

Don

 

I believe that you will be ok in Texas as long as you are not showing a MIL (Check Engine or Service Engine Soon) on a 1996 or newer. Here is a link to the State's explanation of OBDII emissions testing. http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/vi/misc...ii.htm#Reasons

As far as the cold air kit, it sometimes depends on the tech that inspects your car. Many of them don't really seem to know what is required, and they will try to fail you for anything that looks aftermarket. If this is the case, try another shop.

This link will tell you what (and how) they are supposed to be inspecting: http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/vi/insp.../item_insp.asp

Here is the list of places not to move if you wish to avoid emissions inspections in Texas: http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/vi/index.htm

 

They'll hook you up and see if you throw any codes. If your rear O2's are disabled you will...and fail. You'll need an 'emissions' tune for sure. Can't remember if they sniffed my tailpipe. They will likely just see if you throw any codes, check your equipment (lights, horn, wipers, etc) and throw the sticker on. No need to go through the trouble of returning to stock. Also, if you fail you can go back to the same place that failed you within three days for another inspection free of charge.