y-pipe install? and brushed aluminum dash kit?
05-12-2002, 10:54 AM
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y-pipe install? and brushed aluminum dash kit?
2 questions if you guys could help out...
1. I was at an auto care place, and asked if the guy had ever heard of putting a y-pipe on a car, and if he could, how much? I want to add one to the max, and really don't think I'd be able to do so myself. Basically he told me that it's against federal law to put that on, b/c you can only touch from the cat on back. So, where are you guys getting them put on? or are you doing them yourselves? I really don't have too much experience installing such things, besides just changing my oil, and a few easy external mods.
2. Saw a forum member at a Kroger in ATL, or rather just his car in the parking lot. Sorry to peek, but noticed what looked like some brushed aluminum on the dash, like in the middle, and the air vents. It looked damn pimp! Where can I look into getting some of this, and is it tough to install/expensive to pay someone?
Thanks!
1. I was at an auto care place, and asked if the guy had ever heard of putting a y-pipe on a car, and if he could, how much? I want to add one to the max, and really don't think I'd be able to do so myself. Basically he told me that it's against federal law to put that on, b/c you can only touch from the cat on back. So, where are you guys getting them put on? or are you doing them yourselves? I really don't have too much experience installing such things, besides just changing my oil, and a few easy external mods.
2. Saw a forum member at a Kroger in ATL, or rather just his car in the parking lot. Sorry to peek, but noticed what looked like some brushed aluminum on the dash, like in the middle, and the air vents. It looked damn pimp! Where can I look into getting some of this, and is it tough to install/expensive to pay someone?
Thanks!
05-12-2002, 11:22 AM
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Can't help you with the Y pipe but I can help you with the aluminum dash. Email me at larry98@ev1.net for pics. The price is $215 for 89-2K2 Maximas.
05-12-2002, 12:49 PM
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Just because they are illegal, doesn't mean that places wont put them on. Everyone here is putting them on before the catalytic converter. I don't get emmissions for another 3 years, so I'm good to go.
05-12-2002, 01:02 PM
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Originally posted by asu174
Just because they are illegal, doesn't mean that places wont put them on. Everyone here is putting them on before the catalytic converter. I don't get emmissions for another 3 years, so I'm good to go.
Just because they are illegal, doesn't mean that places wont put them on. Everyone here is putting them on before the catalytic converter. I don't get emmissions for another 3 years, so I'm good to go.
I just bought a used Y-pipe but haven't installed it for this reason...
05-12-2002, 01:03 PM
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Originally posted by asu174
Just because they are illegal, doesn't mean that places wont put them on. Everyone here is putting them on before the catalytic converter. I don't get emmissions for another 3 years, so I'm good to go.
Just because they are illegal, doesn't mean that places wont put them on. Everyone here is putting them on before the catalytic converter. I don't get emmissions for another 3 years, so I'm good to go.
Looked at some pics of the dash kit. Would still be nice to see some pics of it in a max. Thanks.
05-12-2002, 01:22 PM
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Originally posted by Tanmann9
What about the moral implications of installing the y-pipe? Adding to the pollution problem just to gain 15-20HP? I'm no tree hugger, but when I'm hacking and wheezing and I feel like sh*t because of the pollution, at least I know I didn't contribute to it.
I just bought a used Y-pipe but haven't installed it for this reason...
What about the moral implications of installing the y-pipe? Adding to the pollution problem just to gain 15-20HP? I'm no tree hugger, but when I'm hacking and wheezing and I feel like sh*t because of the pollution, at least I know I didn't contribute to it.
I just bought a used Y-pipe but haven't installed it for this reason...
05-12-2002, 01:44 PM
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Originally posted by Tanmann9
What about the moral implications of installing the y-pipe? Adding to the pollution problem just to gain 15-20HP? I'm no tree hugger, but when I'm hacking and wheezing and I feel like sh*t because of the pollution, at least I know I didn't contribute to it.
I just bought a used Y-pipe but haven't installed it for this reason...
What about the moral implications of installing the y-pipe? Adding to the pollution problem just to gain 15-20HP? I'm no tree hugger, but when I'm hacking and wheezing and I feel like sh*t because of the pollution, at least I know I didn't contribute to it.
I just bought a used Y-pipe but haven't installed it for this reason...
But the reason they are illegal is not because of the Y Pipe having higher emmissions- but because the federal government has told us that we are not allowed to touch anything before the catalytic converter..... From what I understand, emmissions will be slightly higher, but take any SUV on the road and I'll guarantee our emmissions are lower......
Well, I'll sleep better at night knowing that you aren't installing your Y-pipe. The air will be clean once again!
05-12-2002, 01:46 PM
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Originally posted by GetSome681
so basically I should just keep calling or asking around until I find someone? Is the install really that difficult, b/c on second thought, I have a friend who does a ton of racing...I might be able to ask him for some help. I'd just hate to screw something up, and screw up the car, b/c then that's a lot more $$ down the drain then the few hundred for the pipe.
Looked at some pics of the dash kit. Would still be nice to see some pics of it in a max. Thanks.
so basically I should just keep calling or asking around until I find someone? Is the install really that difficult, b/c on second thought, I have a friend who does a ton of racing...I might be able to ask him for some help. I'd just hate to screw something up, and screw up the car, b/c then that's a lot more $$ down the drain then the few hundred for the pipe.
Looked at some pics of the dash kit. Would still be nice to see some pics of it in a max. Thanks.
The shop who put mine on said it was a nightmare. The funny thing is that Stillen gave this part a "one wrench" (super easy) install rating.... It took the guys like 2 hours to do. But mine is Cal spec so I might be different.
05-12-2002, 01:53 PM
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Just because it passes emissions doesn't mean it's cool to do it. Just because you can get away with a lot of illegal stuff, doesn't mean it's right to do it. And just because it's not illegal, doesn't mean it's right.
I'm guessing they just made that law for the fun of it? We're not allowed to touch it for the very reason of emissions and pollution.
As far as SUVs, they're a part of the problem too. But I don't drive one, so it doesn't concern me. I'm concerned about my part in the equation.
One vote doesn't count right? Another 50 cc\day of pollution won't hurt right? Right...
Originally posted by asu174
But the reason they are illegal is not because of the Y Pipe having higher emmissions- the federal government has told us that we are not allowed to touch anything before the catalytic converter...
But the reason they are illegal is not because of the Y Pipe having higher emmissions- the federal government has told us that we are not allowed to touch anything before the catalytic converter...
As far as SUVs, they're a part of the problem too. But I don't drive one, so it doesn't concern me. I'm concerned about my part in the equation.
One vote doesn't count right? Another 50 cc\day of pollution won't hurt right? Right...
05-12-2002, 02:09 PM
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Originally posted by Tanmann9
Just because it passes emissions doesn't mean it's cool to do it. Just because you can get away with a lot of illegal stuff, doesn't mean it's right to do it. And just because it's not illegal, doesn't mean it's right.
I'm guessing they just made that law for the fun of it? We're not allowed to touch it for the very reason of emissions and pollution.
As far as SUVs, they're a part of the problem too. But I don't drive one, so it doesn't concern me. I'm concerned about my part in the equation.
One vote doesn't count right? Another 50 cc\day of pollution won't hurt right? Right...
Just because it passes emissions doesn't mean it's cool to do it. Just because you can get away with a lot of illegal stuff, doesn't mean it's right to do it. And just because it's not illegal, doesn't mean it's right.
I'm guessing they just made that law for the fun of it? We're not allowed to touch it for the very reason of emissions and pollution.
As far as SUVs, they're a part of the problem too. But I don't drive one, so it doesn't concern me. I'm concerned about my part in the equation.
One vote doesn't count right? Another 50 cc\day of pollution won't hurt right? Right...
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