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Posted by blue88lx (Member # 2970) on :
 
Which is better the Stock or the C&L 73mm. I need to get a smog check and any help is appreciated!
 

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Posted by Blu50Stang (Member # 489) on :
 
When it comes to the visual, stock is always better.
 

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Posted by 87 Saleen (Member # 1549) on :
 
three shops didn't want to test me cuz i had red msd wires .

Said multiple spark ignitions systems mess with the timing
 

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Posted by Jimbo (Member # 1456) on :
 

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Originally posted by 87 Saleen:
three shops didn't want to test me cuz i had red msd wires .

Said multiple spark ignitions systems mess with the timing

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Yeah really sucks how dumb allot of somg techs are. You should have said, "moron, then why does it have a CARB number?" At least he didnt send you to the referee(I've seen it happen).

As for mass air meters, to avoid problems like that, go back to the stock meter. Gives the lil pea brained tech less to think about. Then throw back on the C&L when you get home. Hope this helps!
 

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Posted by shade- (Member # 298) on :
 
they are more scared than anything, if they inadvertantly pass a car that is grossly illegal they could be fined $10k or lose their license. Not worth it for a $29.95 smog wouldn't you agree?

not that I don't find the smog process incredibly annoying of course, but I understand why if they see one non-stock item under the hood that they will typically ask you to find another shop---- not worth the risk.
 

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Posted by blue88lx (Member # 2970) on :
 
Thanks for the help guys!!!
 

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