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air intake

Discussion in 'Performance and Tuning' started by krisjw101, Jul 23, 2009.

  1. Jul 23, 2009 at 12:34 AM
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    krisjw101

    krisjw101 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    why would a aftermarket intake be "off-road only"? any thoughts?????
     
  2. Jul 23, 2009 at 1:04 AM
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    ...no idea...could be a special grade of some sorta crap? I really don't know...that's weird it would be labeled as such though.
     
  3. Jul 23, 2009 at 1:12 AM
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    rossk35

    rossk35 Do Work Son!

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    because its not carb certified
     
  4. Jul 23, 2009 at 1:51 AM
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    Typically, it's because the company who makes the intake doesn't want to pay out for the CARB Legal certification.

    I don't think my AEM is CARB Legal...... a way around it is to copy some stickers from an intake that is and have some made if it is a requirement in your state....
     
  5. Jul 23, 2009 at 12:43 PM
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    krisjw101

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    ok sweet thanks guys.
     

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