nrb2005tl

Im probably going to this this j-pipe as my first mod for my 2005 TL. first of all, i would like to know

-will this upgrade will pass a smog test?

-how simple is it to install?

-what are your guys' experience with this mod?

anything will help, thnx

justnspace

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you know you could have asked this in your existing thread...https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-performance-parts-modifications-112/2005-tl-horsepower-improvement-suggestions-820559/

pros
-gain about 15 horses.
cons
- the price tag.

there are no sensors on the third cat, which the rv6 v3 jpipe gets rid of. no sensors = no Check engine lights.
the third cat is in place in order to get the ULEV II rating.
the two primary cats are the main ones that take care of emissions.

install - devote a whole day for it. The concept/planning is simple.. take off 9 bolts. 3 to the front cat, 3 to the rear cat and 3 connecting it to the rest of the exhaust.
the hard part is taking off the stock jpipe, as road conditions and heat from the exhaust seize the bolts. I used jack stands and a breakerbar.
whereas others used a lift and a torch.

Like i told you in your other thread, the rv6 v3 jpipe was my first mod. 3rd gear pulls are amazing.


we also have a search function, if you search you could have found all the info that you needed. but it basically echo's what I said above.

nrb2005tl

cool, ill start using the search more. thnx for ur help

justnspace

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^since you made two threads about it.....
do you have any other questions?

nrb2005tl

not right now, but when i do Ill post on this thread. i didnt mean to make another thread, sorry for the spam

myron

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searching is also better done when you type what you wanna search into google search and just adding acurazine on the end.

av2600

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does adding this void your warranty / extended warranty?

mrlal8

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if u have a warranty issue you can take it off and put on ur stock one

but the dealership cant void your warranty unless they have SOLID proof that the part you bought was a direct cause to any problems you are having

nrb2005tl

How does this j pipe compare with the ATLP v2 ?

TheChamp531

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^half of this thread is about searching, do it.

VanyDotK

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Hmm I had the same question about smog, will this pass California smog? I asked somebody who said this removes the catalytic converter which would not pass smog.

pohljm

it will not pass a visual test as there is no longer a third cat, more than likely will pass the sniffer

justnspace

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I recieved a PM, but couldnt reply back.



there really isnt that much bottle necking going on. replace just one piece of the exhaust, and you gain.
As you can see the v3 gets has longer primaries and gets rid of the 3rd cat.
I had the jpipe for a year and def. enjoyed it.
I just added PCD's and I achieved what I wanted out of the car.
I always hated 1st and 2nd gear. very squirrely, like a high revving engine should be. Now, With the pcd's and jpipe the power delivery is very smooth.
I enjoy driving normal at 2k rpm. next up, is a catback exhaust, and I expect the same: a little moar power and for it to keep smoothing out the power band.






I was just giving you an excuse to tell your dad to get you the jpipe.
We have three cats altogether. 2 primaries; which take care of emissions, and a third cat.
the third cat is in place to achieve ULEV or Ultra Low Emission Vehicle.

With that being said, removing the third cat will not affect emissions. (depending on one's State)
*disclaimer: it is illegal to remove any kind of catalytic converter from a vehicle.

nrb2005tl

if this is an illegal modification, then how do you pass smog tests? thats really the only issue I have with the rv6 v3, the ATLP v2 however claims to be smog legal.

justnspace

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Please read in between the lines.

justnspace

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removing any catalytic converter is an illegal act.
these mods are intended for "off road use"

depending on your state, you can pass emissions.
I'm positive the jpipe will pass sniff testing and the OBDII check, as it will not throw a CEL.
I feel like a broken record.


Ive explained it 50 billion times to you.
do you not understand?

nrb2005tl

?? the smog test is the only thing holding me back from getting the rv6, otherwise im going to have to go with the ATLP. I cannot get it unless its legal; you never said if its legal or not

justnspace

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^you havent stated what state you're in.
I have said, that if your state does sniffer and OBDII check, you'll pass.
Please, read carefully and comprehend.

It might seem like I'm swaying you to buy the rv6.
no, I'm just here to provide you with the most details so that YOU can make and educated decision.
I am saying that the RV6 jpipe is the latest and greatest and bestest and fucking the unicorn.
do you know what fucking a unicorn feels like?
its the most awesomest feeling ever. EVAR. in the world. I feel that you're not going to comprehend this big ass paragraph that I took the time to write, although its about magical ponies, i still feel like you'll miss the whole fucking point, and this is the longest run on sentence Ive ever, EVAR written. ooops, i just ended it with a period. period. have fun with the your decision and I not wish you the very best luck, because you wont ever read this anyway. I will turn 90 years old before you get any performance part because unicorns are purple and have one wing and they can fly around the universe. Mushrooms. candy. sharksbreath. lady bugs, have feelings too. the end.

nrb2005tl

california.. im currently looking up the requirements

nrb2005tl

dude chill out haha, thank you for your help seriously. im new to this.. and if you dont want to help me out thats fine, im busy doing my homework too so im not fully focused on this forum

justnspace

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I'm glad you read it.
now review the important info before I started rambling. you can also utilize the search function.
btw,some californian members have this jpipe.

bluescreenofdeath

funniest. post. EVAR.

SharksBreath

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