Anyone in California pass smog with catless downpipes and downpipe fix?

duceswild · 03-14-2014, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeef

Seems to me everyone is worried about sniffer test? Why..? it's not required by law. Just go to shop tell them run obd2 test and visual your done. Don't let them do anything else

Could also put e85 in the tank!

Putting the stock airbox in will definitely help out to those anal visual inspectors.

Ya for sure. I'm currently 100% stock mechanically. I'm looking in to kittyless Dp's because I know less heat will really help the longevity of the turbos.

AWCR1MC · 08-17-2014, 09:44 PM

My emissions test just snuck up on me...I need to get the dpfix and find a good shop in the Bay area that I doesn't do the sniffer test. Has there been any new fixes to passing emissions since this thread kinda died out? You would think that we would be able to flash the ECU to always set the o2 sensors to ready...no?

silver07335i · 08-23-2014, 09:01 PM

I just went with my gf to smog her car in SF and they only did a visual and OBD2 check. The tech said no need to do sniffer test on year 2000 or newer models anymore. Some smog centers are finally doing no sniffer test!

AWCR1MC · 08-24-2014, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by silver07335i

I just went with my gf to smog her car in SF and they only did a visual and OBD2 check. The tech said no need to do sniffer test on year 2000 or newer models anymore. Some smog centers are finally doing no sniffer test!

Is she modded at all though? Im thinking I would pass visuals, unless they're going to try and get me for the bms dci.

ahwest · 02-28-2015, 05:58 PM

any updates on this issue? I'm planning to purchase a e90 335i with VRSF downpipes, but he has the dpfix, will this pass the new CA smog (without sniff test)?

thanks!

jackliu95 · 10-28-2016, 12:14 PM

Think I'm going to need a smog check soon. So right now, I have AR catless downpipes and Cobb Stage II tune. Planning on getting the DP fix. Has anyone tried to pass smog with only a Cobb Stage II tune? I know it clears the dash engine light, but it will show up during the OBII test right? Also, driving the car for 30min+ will help improve my chances of passing?

I did one smog check test few years ago with only a Cobb Stage I tune and passed, not sure if they did a visual check on the cats. They did a visual check on the engine bay though.

rathana_v · 11-01-2016, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by jackliu95

Think I'm going to need a smog check soon. So right now, I have AR catless downpipes and Cobb Stage II tune. Planning on getting the DP fix. Has anyone tried to pass smog with only a Cobb Stage II tune? I know it clears the dash engine light, but it will show up during the OBII test right? Also, driving the car for 30min+ will help improve my chances of passing?

I did one smog check test few years ago with only a Cobb Stage I tune and passed, not sure if they did a visual check on the cats. They did a visual check on the engine bay though.

Y dont u just take off tune and install dp fix?

ShaneN55 · 11-02-2016, 09:52 AM

If anyone has a shop that will pass me, please message. In SoCal.

Peen · 11-02-2016, 11:31 AM

FYI,

I've seen two rolling smog checkpoints in San Diego, on Washington street by my house. Making me nervous! I was going by the opposite direction, but I saw them hooking up sniffers on cars. It looked like they were mostly pulling in the older looking cars but still a little nerve racking!

I am catless, and no DP fix. But I do run 100% E85.

jmbillsta · 11-03-2016, 03:20 AM

just got it done in Compton for $180

ShaneN55 · 11-03-2016, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by jmbillsta

just got it done in Compton for $180

Are you catless?

Rogue-OP · 12-15-2016, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Peen

FYI,

I've seen two rolling smog checkpoints in San Diego, on Washington street by my house. Making me nervous! I was going by the opposite direction, but I saw them hooking up sniffers on cars. It looked like they were mostly pulling in the older looking cars but still a little nerve racking!

I am catless, and no DP fix. But I do run 100% E85.

This article says its voluntary: http://m.ocregister.com/articles/questions-595877-news-checkpoints.html

2121Mando · 12-15-2016, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ShaneN55

If anyone has a shop that will pass me, please message. In SoCal.

get dp fix to pass readiness , all u need then go to my friends shop

2121Mando · 12-15-2016, 02:51 AM

if you want ill lend you my DP fix for 30$ return it after u pass
I'm in area code 92704

nicksam5 · 11-04-2020, 07:37 PM

what type of down pipe do you guys recommend for passing smog.

IllSic_Design · 11-04-2020, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by nicksam5

what type of down pipe do you guys recommend for passing smog.

Stock

nicksam5 · 11-04-2020, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by IllSic_Design

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Originally Posted by nicksam5

what type of down pipe do you guys recommend for passing smog.

Stock

Ya I got you. Do all aftermarket Dow pipes fail?

taz2ko0 · 11-10-2020, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by nicksam5

Ya I got you. Do all aftermarket Dow pipes fail?

You can get any downpipe you want. I offer a downpipe fix for those of you who have catless downpipes. Here is the link https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1253637

BrazjhanN54 · 03-05-2021, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by e90-4aj

if anyone has a smog shop that could help pass - send me a pm

thanks

Can u PM me any info you got. I’m in the same boat now

Grizzlyblu · 05-27-2022, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by BrazjhanN54

Can u PM me any info you got. I’m in the same boat now

Did you happen to get any info on this? if so, can you send me the info please. im now also in the same boat haha

idspeedskater · 07-13-2022, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Grizzlyblu

Did you happen to get any info on this? if so, can you send me the info please. im now also in the same boat haha

you ever hear anything? If so pass the contact along? I'm about 5 months late and they set up a smog checkpoint three blocks away last weekend.

Grizzlyblu · 07-14-2022, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by idspeedskater

you ever hear anything? If so pass the contact along? I'm about 5 months late and they set up a smog checkpoint three blocks away last weekend.

Nope, never got anything on it. Ended up buying a set of cats and installing them for the smog check.

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jackliu95 New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 2008 e90 335i Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Think I'm going to need a smog check soon. So right now, I have AR catless downpipes and Cobb Stage II tune. Planning on getting the DP fix. Has anyone tried to pass smog with only a Cobb Stage II tune? I know it clears the dash engine light, but it will show up during the OBII test right? Also, driving the car for 30min+ will help improve my chances of passing? I did one smog check test few years ago with only a Cobb Stage I tune and passed, not sure if they did a visual check on the cats. They did a visual check on the engine bay though.
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