NC Carb laws?

[mstvartak]

Hey everyone. I am a bit new to car modification and just moved to NC (Charlotte) about a year ago. I am interested in the CorkSport intake with inlet here. Though I don't know if I need to use a CARB legal intake like the COBB intake in NC. Does anyone have a bit more information on this? I tried Google but could not find much as to specifics.

My upgrade plan (while avoiding killing the 3 years left on my warranty):
SRI
Turbo Inlet
BOV (with boost gauge)
RMM
Downpipe

What are your thoughts on the upgrade order? I have little money to spare between bills, rent, and a car payment. So these are things I will be saving for in the future.

Edit: I do plan on donating to check out the buy/trade forum as well Also noticed the Stage II SRI with inlet IS carb legal. Herp derp I need to read more.

[anavrinIV]

lol carb legal...

if it doesn't throw a code it's legal. go nuts.

and before you do anything do research on what you should do. questions will be answered and things will become clear.

[mstvartak]

Originally Posted by anavrinIV lol carb legal... if it doesn't throw a code it's legal. go nuts. and before you do anything do research on what you should do. questions will be answered and things will become clear.

Sounds good, and yes, doing quite a bit of research. I've only had the car for about 5 days haha.

[jbarone]

Let me know if you have any questions.

[mstvartak]

Originally Posted by jbarone Let me know if you have any questions.

Would using a downpipe without a CC cause me to fail an inspection or throw engine lights?

[mikeySP307]

A lack of CC would cause a failed inspection and a CEL. A test pipe would delete the secondary CC, but the primary is contained in the downpipe. As long as the primary is there, you are ok. That's why test pipes are pretty common mods.

You should do a CDFP upgrade before a downpipe. I went with a set of AutoTech internals and am very pleased. The stock internals are the same as the VW 2.0T and really have trouble supporting what we are capable of with mild bolt-ons... especially if you start feeding in more boost.

[jbarone]

^^^This is spot on^^^

[deadlandxtreme]

Pay for VIP and read my story. You will learn quickly what to do and what not to do. Also, make sure you look up and join the Carolina Mazdas on Facebook. You're in luck that there is a good group of people in this area that are very helpful and knowledgeable.

[exentix]

Start with simple stuff. Rear motor mount, shift kit... This guy makes the best you can get ^

Ninjad. I was referring to jbarones parts lol

[mstvartak]

Thanks for the tips guys. Hopefully I'll start modding soon. Trying to sell a gun I have on gunbroker that I have not used in the while. So that should net me around $400 to begin with.

[ESB Jiu JItsu]

fellow Charlotte native here well i say native lol just moved here 8 months ago but love it! What part you live in? Also the mod path looks great, but i agree with the others just start having fun with searching and reading. So much to take it but reading and google searching msf forums will give you a lot to take in!

Also yeah no code and your good to go, at least thats how it was in Georgia, i have not had to get tested in NC yet.

[deadlandxtreme]

Originally Posted by mstvartak Thanks for the tips guys. Hopefully I'll start modding soon. Trying to sell a gun I have on gunbroker that I have not used in the while. So that should net me around $400 to begin with.

Have to side track a moment, but what are you selling? (I have a gun buying addiction)

[mstvartak]

Originally Posted by deadlandxtreme Have to side track a moment, but what are you selling? (I have a gun buying addiction)

Tried to PM you but I can't yet

I am selling a CZ-75 Cold War Commemorative Edition. It's number 691/999 and only 500 were released in the US. Here is my posting on gunbroker.com. If you would like I'd be willing to do a trade for parts plus cash or cut you a bit of a deal since you are on the forums. Of course a transfer would have to be done through an FFL. If you have any questions let me know.

[deadlandxtreme]

Originally Posted by mstvartak Tried to PM you but I can't yet I am selling a CZ-75 Cold War Commemorative Edition. It's number 691/999 and only 500 were released in the US. Here is my posting on gunbroker.com. If you would like I'd be willing to do a trade for parts plus cash or cut you a bit of a deal since you are on the forums. Oh course a transfer would have to be done through an FFL. If you have any questions let me know.

Not a bad price and an interesting piece. I would gladly trade, but all I have is stock parts for the mazda (gen 2). I will forward the info over to my dad to see if he might be interested as well. I would snatch it today if I wasn't buying a Savage 10/110 300 WIN MAG this week.

[mstvartak]

Originally Posted by deadlandxtreme Not a bad price and an interesting piece. I would gladly trade, but all I have is stock parts for the mazda (gen 2). I will forward the info over to my dad to see if he might be interested as well. I would snatch it today if I wasn't buying a Savage 10/110 300 WIN MAG this week.

Well. I paid $560 after taxes about three months ago. I would like $425 ($50 off my buy-it-now price on my auction), but if that is too much, let me know your offer. It includes original box, paperwork, case, 2 16 round mags, bore snake, CLP, uplula loader (about $40), and slide lock. With the extras I think it is a good deal. Just let me know.

[Masterofnone]

I agree with what the others have said, in NC it's generally "no code" and you're good to go. The inspection stations are suppose to check and make sure that the car has all of the stock pollution control devices in place and functional, but most just plug it into the ODB computer and pass it. If you're unsure, I can point you to the place that just passed mine. (i have the corksport SRI and TIP)

[snOhio]

i don't know if this has been covered yet, but CARB = California Air Resources Board. AKA America's premier envirocommies for 40+ years. I'm not sure about the ins and outs, but these links should help:
SmogTips.com - Passing the Visual Smog Check Inspection. Visible Smoke Test. Smog technician will visually inspect for the proper connection of emissions components. Which components are inspected? EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve. Air Injection P
Automotive Testing and Development Services, Inc.

Since you're in NC, the CARB # isn't of any particular interest to you. You will need to figure out what the NC smog process involves.