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Old Jun 26, 2013 | 06:31 PM
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So after aloooot of research I seen very very few pass . 228r from tsp
. Visual is fine , cats are going back on . So anybody have any tips besides driving for 20minutes before. I have straight pipes no H or x does that matter if so what's better. And what additives can I add to the tank . I'll keep you guys posted lol
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Get the cats HOT. Drive for an hour.

If you have a low temp stat, swap it back for stock. The hotter the better.
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Get the cats HOT. Drive for an hour.

If you have a low temp stat, swap it back for stock. The hotter the better.
Alright . I think I may need prayers as well haha
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Tune it lean.
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Originally Posted by PREDATOR-Z
Tune it lean.
Will do
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Tune it lean.
Smart.
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