Will an LS6 valley/PCV pass visual inspection in Cali?

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05-19-2011, 03:52 PM

transsam

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Will an LS6 valley/PCV pass visual inspection in Cali?

I am looking to replace my current setup with the 04+ PCV/oil separator valley cover. I am concerned about emissions. Is the PCV a visual inspection in Cali? If so, could I run both PCV systems?

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05-19-2011, 05:14 PM

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I've never been to a smog shop that is that ****, but who knows, as long as your not hiding anything else u should be fine.

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05-19-2011, 05:52 PM

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I think the only person to notice would be a CA smog referee, and even then, only one who is suspecting an engine swap. If you want, you can cap it off and run the old-style PCV system just for the inspection.

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05-19-2011, 06:20 PM

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Perfect. Thanks for the heads up. Damn 16 days left. I am cutting this thing CLOSE!!!

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05-20-2011, 01:08 AM

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I've had the Vertical PCV Mod since 1999. No smog inspector has ever questioned it.

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05-20-2011, 03:20 AM

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Nice, I was thinking about doing this mod but the smog thing has been holding me back.

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05-20-2011, 11:31 PM

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I dont think anyone would notice as long as it uses factory hoses and you dont use any custom looking stuff. They dont look that close and probably dont know what they are looking at anyway.

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Will an LS6 valley/PCV pass visual inspection in Cali?

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