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CaLiFoRnIa SMOG CHECK
Things I've started to do routinely for smog check:
1) Paper air filter - don't use K&N anymore (esp for smog check) 2) Spray MAF sensor - clean off gunk, to promote accurate engine controls 3) Change oil/filter - burn cleaner oil for less emissions 4) Gas Treatment - Techron, for fuel system cleaning Do I have to do these?: 5) Spark plugs - changed 2 yrs ago (~30K miles) 6) O2 Sensors - changed 2 yrs ago 7) Fuel Filter - changed 1 yr ago Had big problems trying to pass smog 2 yrs ago! My (I thot he was sharp!) mechanic told me the engine was "tired" .. to get rid of the car. [How DaRe HiM.. RIGHT!?] Got new main CAT.. passed easily. Also, did the above mentioned services.. . How often are plugs recommended again? [Poor memory here] Thanks, Jim
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Jim 1995 Laguna Blue SVX AWD L - 240K (daily driver) - "ReBuILT" used engine at 236K miles (6/13) 2013 Veloster Red - Driver Now??Dropsprings [1/2" rear, 1" front] with Koni Strut Inserts> Magnaflow Exhaust System> ECUTune Stage 1av1 Upgrade (from 1v4)> ECUTune TCU MOD> Aluminum Crankshaft Pulley> Stainless Brake Lines> Phenolic Spacers> Perforated Brake Rotors (dint like, OEM now)> SmallCar Shift Kit (resting since TCU MOD)> 7-Position Ground System> High-Pressure Fuel Pressure Regulator (resting)> ATF Cooler & Campaign Filter> Yellow Polish Polyurethane Bushings> Pioneer Double-DIN Stereo with JL AUDIO Speakers> Driveshaft Rebuilt with C-Clip U-Joints> 15 Min MOD> 20 Min MOD .. . (2011) Valentine One Radar Detector with Remote Display - ucan'tseeme! |
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Re: CaLiFoRnIa SMOG CHECK
I believe the plugs are due every 30K. You might want to change them just for maintenance.
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Re: CaLiFoRnIa SMOG CHECK
If you used NGK plugs, they are good for 60k miles, possibly longer and some other plugs are good for longer. If you used cheapy plugs, they're recommended every 30k miles, but even so shouldn't cause a failed smog test at 30k miles unless there are other issues.
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Re: CaLiFoRnIa SMOG CHECK
Thanks guys!
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Jim 1995 Laguna Blue SVX AWD L - 240K (daily driver) - "ReBuILT" used engine at 236K miles (6/13) 2013 Veloster Red - Driver Now??Dropsprings [1/2" rear, 1" front] with Koni Strut Inserts> Magnaflow Exhaust System> ECUTune Stage 1av1 Upgrade (from 1v4)> ECUTune TCU MOD> Aluminum Crankshaft Pulley> Stainless Brake Lines> Phenolic Spacers> Perforated Brake Rotors (dint like, OEM now)> SmallCar Shift Kit (resting since TCU MOD)> 7-Position Ground System> High-Pressure Fuel Pressure Regulator (resting)> ATF Cooler & Campaign Filter> Yellow Polish Polyurethane Bushings> Pioneer Double-DIN Stereo with JL AUDIO Speakers> Driveshaft Rebuilt with C-Clip U-Joints> 15 Min MOD> 20 Min MOD .. . (2011) Valentine One Radar Detector with Remote Display - ucan'tseeme! |
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Re: CaLiFoRnIa SMOG CHECK
Consider a better cleaner like Redline SI-1 or 3M's super cleaner.
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Tony 1996 Polo Green Subaru SVX LSi, 168,XXX miles, Redline D4 ATF, Redline 75W90 gear oil, K&N HP-4001 Oil Filter, Mobil 1 5W50 FS (3qt) and 5W30 High Mileage (4qt) Oil Blend, Motul RBF600 Brake Fluid, AC Delco A975C Air Filter, NGK BKR6EIX-11 plugs, Centric Rotors, Power Stop Evolution Carbon Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads 2005 Gray Acura RL, 165,XXX miles, Redline D4 ATF with Lubegard Platinum Protectant, Mobil 1 5W20 High Mileage Extended Performance Oil 2009 Red Toyota Venza, 123,XXX, Mobil 1 5W30 High Mileage Oil 1992 Red Ferrari 348 ts, 82,XXX, Redline everything |
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