GM PERFORMANCE CAI / Smog / California Question

SamSmoothCastel · 10-20-2024, 12:36 PM

For those who have the GM Performance CAI and have had their smog checks in California, how did you pass the visual? Unless you know your camaros, doubt too many are going to believe its a stock part especially if the filter gets changed from blue to red, right?

Did GM supply a CARB Compliant sticker?

Ventmaster · 10-20-2024, 04:48 PM

I haven't had to pass any CA inspections- thankfully, but yes the "Cheverolet/GMC cleaner kit-air, legal in 50 states for emission-controlled vehicles, CARB executive order # D-126-43" sticker comes with the part.
Personally, I don't think any inspection site individual would know what color the filter would/should be. But my sticker is proudly displayed under the hood- next to the MSD sticker #D-722-1.

clg82 · 10-21-2024, 06:35 AM

Ahh CA, how I don't miss that place lollllllllll....ok fellas carry on haha

kropscamaro16 · 10-21-2024, 11:21 AM

as long as you have the carb # you will be fine !

kropscamaro16 · 10-21-2024, 01:44 PM

you cant get a sticker made it comes with the intake and that is what you need to pass smog legally you may be able to buy one but not sure

shippingguy · 10-21-2024, 07:15 PM

You have to have the CARB and EO Sticker on the CAI to pass inspection. That comes with the part in the box.

pbSS · 10-21-2024, 11:45 PM

Do they actually check?

S.Macias · 10-22-2024, 01:03 AM

I have the K&N tube only with a carb sticker and they checked mine. Ran the number and everything. They go with a flashlight and check the entire engine, look under the car. I think the tech even has a photo of the stock engine for comparison. More than I remember them doing in the past.

Also if you have a range device, make sure to unplug it and drive at least 200 miles on it. Unplugging the range device right when you get there leaves three of the sensors uncheckable. I was warned once and told that if they couldn't be read after driving so many miles and cycles I wouldn't pass smog.

2SS Capt · 10-22-2024, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by S.Macias

I have the K&N tube only with a carb sticker and they checked mine. Ran the number and everything. They go with a flashlight and check the entire engine, look under the car. I think the tech even has a photo of the stock engine for comparison. More than I remember them doing in the past.

Also if you have a range device, make sure to unplug it and drive at least 200 miles on it. Unplugging the range device right when you get there leaves three of the sensors uncheckable. I was warned once and told that if they couldn't be read after driving so many miles and cycles I wouldn't pass smog.

I really, really hate Komifornia... Can't wait to leave in about 2 years...

clg82 · 10-22-2024, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by S.Macias

I have the K&N tube only with a carb sticker and they checked mine. Ran the number and everything. They go with a flashlight and check the entire engine, look under the car. I think the tech even has a photo of the stock engine for comparison. More than I remember them doing in the past.

Also if you have a range device, make sure to unplug it and drive at least 200 miles on it. Unplugging the range device right when you get there leaves three of the sensors uncheckable. I was warned once and told that if they couldn't be read after driving so many miles and cycles I wouldn't pass smog.

Oh and don't forget, no aftermarket tunes or else an automatic fail....

SamSmoothCastel · 10-22-2024, 08:32 AM

Is there a spicific mounting location? On the box or bottom of the hood, far left. For legal purposes I should put I'm asking incase I wanted to restore a 6 gen to OEM spec to be concourse.

arpad_m · 10-22-2024, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by S.Macias

I have the K&N tube only with a carb sticker and they checked mine. Ran the number and everything. They go with a flashlight and check the entire engine, look under the car. I think the tech even has a photo of the stock engine for comparison. More than I remember them doing in the past.

Also if you have a range device, make sure to unplug it and drive at least 200 miles on it. Unplugging the range device right when you get there leaves three of the sensors uncheckable. I was warned once and told that if they couldn't be read after driving so many miles and cycles I wouldn't pass smog.

That's only your county, though, isn't it. Still, how on earth they have the time and money for this insane level of scrutiny is beyond me.

SamSmoothCastel · 10-22-2024, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

That's only your county, though, isn't it. Still, how on earth they have the time and money for this insane level of scrutiny is beyond me.

Don't forget GM couldn't ship a Zl1 or 1LE to California for most of 2022 until they came out with the copper free's. The universitys out here do a number on brain washing our youth.

clg82 · 10-22-2024, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

That's only your county, though, isn't it. Still, how on earth they have the time and money for this insane level of scrutiny is beyond me.

You don't know Cali very well do you

10-20-2024, 12:36 PM	#1
SamSmoothCastel Drives: 67 Orange Mustang Coupe Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: CA Posts: 103	GM PERFORMANCE CAI / Smog / California Question For those who have the GM Performance CAI and have had their smog checks in California, how did you pass the visual? Unless you know your camaros, doubt too many are going to believe its a stock part especially if the filter gets changed from blue to red, right? Did GM supply a CARB Compliant sticker?

10-21-2024, 11:21 AM	#4
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 10,130	as long as you have the carb # you will be fine ! __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

10-21-2024, 01:44 PM	#5
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 10,130	you cant get a sticker made it comes with the intake and that is what you need to pass smog legally you may be able to buy one but not sure __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

10-21-2024, 07:15 PM	#6
shippingguy Drives: 2024 Black ZL1, M6 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 353	You have to have the CARB and EO Sticker on the CAI to pass inspection. That comes with the part in the box. __________________

10-22-2024, 01:03 AM	#8
S.Macias Monterey County Camaros Drives: Stock 2016 Camaro V6 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Monterey, California Posts: 536 View My Garage	I have the K&N tube only with a carb sticker and they checked mine. Ran the number and everything. They go with a flashlight and check the entire engine, look under the car. I think the tech even has a photo of the stock engine for comparison. More than I remember them doing in the past. Also if you have a range device, make sure to unplug it and drive at least 200 miles on it. Unplugging the range device right when you get there leaves three of the sensors uncheckable. I was warned once and told that if they couldn't be read after driving so many miles and cycles I wouldn't pass smog. __________________ Instagram: @smaciasracing

10-20-2024, 04:48 PM	#2
Ventmaster Drives: 2017 1SS 6spd Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Utah Posts: 3,022	I haven't had to pass any CA inspections- thankfully, but yes the "Cheverolet/GMC cleaner kit-air, legal in 50 states for emission-controlled vehicles, CARB executive order # D-126-43" sticker comes with the part. Personally, I don't think any inspection site individual would know what color the filter would/should be. But my sticker is proudly displayed under the hood- next to the MSD sticker #D-722-1.

10-21-2024, 06:35 AM	#3
clg82 Banned Drives: 2020 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Texas Posts: 1,724	Ahh CA, how I don't miss that place lollllllllll....ok fellas carry on haha

10-21-2024, 11:45 PM	#7
pbSS Drives: 2023 2SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 56	Do they actually check?

10-22-2024, 08:32 AM	#11
SamSmoothCastel Drives: 67 Orange Mustang Coupe Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: CA Posts: 103	Is there a spicific mounting location? On the box or bottom of the hood, far left. For legal purposes I should put I'm asking incase I wanted to restore a 6 gen to OEM spec to be concourse.

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