Vehicle Emissions Report - Va.
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Vehicle Emissions Report - Va.
good news, bad news....
good news is, i passed va. emissions inspection.
my mods. are; kooks jet hot coated headers, kooks high-flow cats., B&B x-pipe, B&B Bullets, Vararam Throttle Body Spacer, Vararam Air Intake and filter, HD-Husky Catch Cans. No Tune.
Commonwealth of Virginia Vehicle Emissions Inspection Report
Year: 2005
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Engine Size 6.0 L
Cylinders: 8
GVWR: 3564
ETW: 3500
Odometer: 39548
ASM2 Tailpipe Emissions Inpection
Both 15 MPH and 25 MPH
Hc ppm: n/a
CO%: n/a
NO ppm: n/a
RPM: n/a
Dilution: n/a
VISIBLE SMOKE INSPECTION: PASS
Emissions COntrol System Inspection:
Air Injection System: n/a
Exhaust Gas Recirculation System: n/a
Positive Crankcase Ventilation System: n/a
Catalytic Convertor: PASS
Fuel Evaporative System: n/a
Thermostatic Air Cleaner System: n/a
Gas Cap Pressure Test: PASS
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM INSPECTION
OBD Malfunction Indicator Lamp: PASS
OBD Diagnostic Connector: PASS
OBD Diagnostic Trouble Codes: PASS
OVERALL TEST RESULTS: PASS
The results of the emissions inspection for this vehicle will be transmitted electronically to DMV, usually within 24 hours. You may now register this vehicle for a period of up to two (2) years.
bad news is, i picked up a speeding ticket on the way, 73 in a 45
, from a stop - not cruising. had my son in the car was showing off a little, trying to keep his interest in american muscle vs. that import stuff. (go cobalt 
) and had a momentary lapse in reasoning.
good news is, i passed va. emissions inspection.
my mods. are; kooks jet hot coated headers, kooks high-flow cats., B&B x-pipe, B&B Bullets, Vararam Throttle Body Spacer, Vararam Air Intake and filter, HD-Husky Catch Cans. No Tune.
Commonwealth of Virginia Vehicle Emissions Inspection Report
Year: 2005
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Engine Size 6.0 L
Cylinders: 8
GVWR: 3564
ETW: 3500
Odometer: 39548
ASM2 Tailpipe Emissions Inpection
Both 15 MPH and 25 MPH
Hc ppm: n/a
CO%: n/a
NO ppm: n/a
RPM: n/a
Dilution: n/a
VISIBLE SMOKE INSPECTION: PASS
Emissions COntrol System Inspection:
Air Injection System: n/a
Exhaust Gas Recirculation System: n/a
Positive Crankcase Ventilation System: n/a
Catalytic Convertor: PASS
Fuel Evaporative System: n/a
Thermostatic Air Cleaner System: n/a
Gas Cap Pressure Test: PASS
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM INSPECTION
OBD Malfunction Indicator Lamp: PASS
OBD Diagnostic Connector: PASS
OBD Diagnostic Trouble Codes: PASS
OVERALL TEST RESULTS: PASS
The results of the emissions inspection for this vehicle will be transmitted electronically to DMV, usually within 24 hours. You may now register this vehicle for a period of up to two (2) years.
bad news is, i picked up a speeding ticket on the way, 73 in a 45
, from a stop - not cruising. had my son in the car was showing off a little, trying to keep his interest in american muscle vs. that import stuff. (go cobalt ) and had a momentary lapse in reasoning.
Last edited by Zig; Dec 29, 2006 at 05:27 PM. Reason: typo 2 years not 20
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Tickets happen....don't feel bad...I got one trying to test" straightness " of a dead stop launch at full throttle with my 12 yr old in the car. He had a good giggle. After I turned around about a mile away and headed back, the cop was coming towards me from where my large black "11" was burned onto the asphalt. Needless to say, he wasn't in a good mood. Congrats on the emisions passing, I take it visually they didn't mind you had headers? Hope the same for here in NC.
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...I didn't know Stafford County had emissions testing (yet) 
Also, dosen't seem too hard to pass these days w/ an OBD II car - easier maybe, than an OBD I car
Also, dosen't seem too hard to pass these days w/ an OBD II car - easier maybe, than an OBD I car
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM INSPECTION
OBD Malfunction Indicator Lamp: PASS
OBD Diagnostic Connector: PASS
OBD Diagnostic Trouble Codes: PASS
OBD Malfunction Indicator Lamp: PASS
OBD Diagnostic Connector: PASS
OBD Diagnostic Trouble Codes: PASS
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Glad to see you passed and bummer about the ticket... and if he didn't write you for reckless driving, you are very lucky my friend:
§ 46.2-852. Reckless driving; general rule.
Irrespective of the maximum speeds permitted by law, any person who drives a vehicle on any highway recklessly or at a speed or in a manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person shall be guilty of reckless driving.
§ 46.2-862. Exceeding speed limit.
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth (i) at a speed of twenty miles per hour or more in excess of the applicable maximum speed limit or (ii) in excess of eighty miles per hour regardless of the applicable maximum speed limit.
You better play the Mega Millions tonight cuz you is one lucky dude...
§ 46.2-852. Reckless driving; general rule.
Irrespective of the maximum speeds permitted by law, any person who drives a vehicle on any highway recklessly or at a speed or in a manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person shall be guilty of reckless driving.
§ 46.2-862. Exceeding speed limit.
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth (i) at a speed of twenty miles per hour or more in excess of the applicable maximum speed limit or (ii) in excess of eighty miles per hour regardless of the applicable maximum speed limit.
You better play the Mega Millions tonight cuz you is one lucky dude...
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From: stafford country, va. Avatar: Me on turn 3 @ Bristol (The World's Fastest Half-Mile)
§ 46.2-862. Exceeding speed limit.
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth (i) at a speed of twenty miles per hour or more in excess of the applicable maximum speed limit or (ii) in excess of eighty miles per hour regardless of the applicable maximum speed limit.
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth (i) at a speed of twenty miles per hour or more in excess of the applicable maximum speed limit or (ii) in excess of eighty miles per hour regardless of the applicable maximum speed limit.
looks like i'm gonna need to find a lawyer and try to get it reduced. wasn't really driving wreckless (which actually sounds like it means without wreck and would be a good thing but anyhow....). i just drove a bit spirited away from an intersection, got out in front of everyone else. caught completely redhanded. on the way back i found out it was actually a 35 mph intersection that i accelerated away from. where he stopped me was 45 but apparently it drops to 35 just prior to the intersection (rt.1 and 610) . guess it's a no-contest plea...
regrading the emissions tests. i'm guessing that he inspector was either really cool and understood the 'intent' of the law vs. the 'letter' or the law.
glad i put the high-flow cats. on. looks like he looked for them which would also means that he saw the headers, etc. maybe he heard that the 'new' vettes came with headers and had assumed they were factory (hurray jet hot - they still look new). anyway it worked out i'm pleased. having no codes probably helped as well.
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that's the one he wrote me.
looks like i'm gonna need to find a lawyer and try to get it reduced. wasn't really driving wreckless (which actually sounds like it means without wreck and would be a good thing but anyhow....). i just drove a bit spirited away from an intersection, got out in front of everyone else. caught completely redhanded. on the way back i found out it was actually a 35 mph intersection that i accelerated away from. where he stopped me was 45 but apparently it drops to 35 just prior to the intersection (rt.1 and 610) . guess it's a no-contest plea...
regrading the emissions tests. i'm guessing that he inspector was either really cool and understood the 'intent' of the law vs. the 'letter' or the law.
glad i put the high-flow cats. on. looks like he looked for them which would also means that he saw the headers, etc. maybe he heard that the 'new' vettes came with headers and had assumed they were factory (hurray jet hot - they still look new). anyway it worked out i'm pleased. having no codes probably helped as well.
looks like i'm gonna need to find a lawyer and try to get it reduced. wasn't really driving wreckless (which actually sounds like it means without wreck and would be a good thing but anyhow....). i just drove a bit spirited away from an intersection, got out in front of everyone else. caught completely redhanded. on the way back i found out it was actually a 35 mph intersection that i accelerated away from. where he stopped me was 45 but apparently it drops to 35 just prior to the intersection (rt.1 and 610) . guess it's a no-contest plea...
regrading the emissions tests. i'm guessing that he inspector was either really cool and understood the 'intent' of the law vs. the 'letter' or the law.
glad i put the high-flow cats. on. looks like he looked for them which would also means that he saw the headers, etc. maybe he heard that the 'new' vettes came with headers and had assumed they were factory (hurray jet hot - they still look new). anyway it worked out i'm pleased. having no codes probably helped as well.
I think you are confused with what VA really cares about for emissions testing
Having had full headers, all they cared about was the air tubes (as that car had, into the old manifolds) and cats - the car also had the rest of its equipment there, and did not smoke or show codes, etc (OBD I car).
As I mentioned earlier, an OBD II car *may* actually be easier, as it does not have to run/drive on the dyno for the test, just check w/ the plug-in, and be done with it
Re: your other issue, yes, get a lawyer and hope yo did not admit any guilt to the policeman during your roadside interview. I would have to guess you did, otherwise they may had not written you in the first place.
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I think you are confused with what VA really cares about for emissions testing
Having had full headers, all they cared about was the air tubes (as that car had, into the old manifolds) and cats - the car also had the rest of its equipment there, and did not smoke or show codes, etc (OBD I car).
As I mentioned earlier, an OBD II car *may* actually be easier, as it does not have to run/drive on the dyno for the test, just check w/ the plug-in, and be done with it
Having had full headers, all they cared about was the air tubes (as that car had, into the old manifolds) and cats - the car also had the rest of its equipment there, and did not smoke or show codes, etc (OBD I car).
As I mentioned earlier, an OBD II car *may* actually be easier, as it does not have to run/drive on the dyno for the test, just check w/ the plug-in, and be done with it
after the summons, since he wrote 'moving radar' on the summons i asked how it worked.
the officer was very courteous, i'm actually tempted to call the number on the summons and compliment the officier. he introduced himself, explained who he worked for, etc. etc. one of the most pleasent experiences with law enforcement officials, but then again....
it was one of those where i might have gotten off with a warning except i had my son in the car. what kind of a message would that send. aarrggghhh... oh well. s happens.
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So back then to my other question, when did Stafford County begin emissions testing??
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edit: oh i get it now. your original manifolds and headers both had air tubs so as long as all the equipment was present and functional, they passed it. i agree, there isn't any emissions equipment missing in my configuration, just a little different design.
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From: stafford country, va. Avatar: Me on turn 3 @ Bristol (The World's Fastest Half-Mile)
i don't know when 'stafford county' began requiring emissions testing. i've been here about five years and have had to get the emissions test done on the suburban and now the vette. my wife, a lifelong resident of spotsylvania county didn't need to have her cars done until we got married and moved to stafford.
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i don't know when 'stafford county' began requiring emissions testing. i've been here about five years and have had to get the emissions test done on the suburban and now the vette. my wife, a lifelong resident of spotsylvania county didn't need to have her cars done until we got married and moved to stafford.
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Yes, in VA, all they looked at was the criteria applicable to that model year - they did not care that it had full headers - just that it had air tubes and a cat still in place.
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Zig that is great news on the emissions pass. I've often wondered if I had to move back to Missouri where I'm from (and they test emissions) if I'd have to put my car back to stock. Sounds like there's hope that I wouldn't.
But I had the PO430 every day before I tuned it, and my car certainly stinks a lot now (my wife commented the other day it smells like my 72 Hurst/Olds and my 71 442).
Does your car stink more now? I wonder if the Kooks design is more emissions friendly than the American Racing. My x-pipe is right after the collectors and before the cats. I think yours is the other way around. Or if your jet hot coating did the trick.
Sorry to hear about the ticket. I often play around just a little with my son too so I know what you mean. I would sure get a traffic lawyer - I don't know about up there but down here a lawyer can usually get you nothing on your record, no points and 2 years probation for about $100 if you record is otherwise clean.
But I had the PO430 every day before I tuned it, and my car certainly stinks a lot now (my wife commented the other day it smells like my 72 Hurst/Olds and my 71 442).
Does your car stink more now? I wonder if the Kooks design is more emissions friendly than the American Racing. My x-pipe is right after the collectors and before the cats. I think yours is the other way around. Or if your jet hot coating did the trick.
Sorry to hear about the ticket. I often play around just a little with my son too so I know what you mean. I would sure get a traffic lawyer - I don't know about up there but down here a lawyer can usually get you nothing on your record, no points and 2 years probation for about $100 if you record is otherwise clean.
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But I had the PO430 every day before I tuned it, and my car certainly stinks a lot now (my wife commented the other day it smells like my 72 Hurst/Olds and my 71 442).
Does your car stink more now? I wonder if the Kooks design is more emissions friendly than the American Racing. My x-pipe is right after the collectors and before the cats. I think yours is the other way around. Or if your jet hot coating did the trick.
Does your car stink more now? I wonder if the Kooks design is more emissions friendly than the American Racing. My x-pipe is right after the collectors and before the cats. I think yours is the other way around. Or if your jet hot coating did the trick.
yes, you are correct, my x-pipe is after my cats. and yes, i suspect the coating helps.
i suspect you are losing too much heat with the cats being that far back. short of fliping the order (cats then x) you may try insulating (coating, wrapping, etc) from the collectors to the cat inlet.
if you use exhaust wrap, expect to smell 'freshly baked cookies' (at least that's how some descibe the smell) for a bit.
Sorry to hear about the ticket. I often play around just a little with my son too so I know what you mean. I would sure get a traffic lawyer - I don't know about up there but down here a lawyer can usually get you nothing on your record, no points and 2 years probation for about $100 if you record is otherwise clean.
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