Jump to content
SAU Community

Recommended Posts

After the drags last week, I got pulled over by Mr Plod who proceeded to 'fine tooth comb' my car in search of a defect.

He kept asking do I have a problem with him...(obviously import victimisation is one...) and checked in no particular order.

: wheels

: tyres

: tyre placard

: engine bay

: intercooler - asked - when did you fit the intercooler? (hint: I drive a GTR)

: engine for leaks

then asks if I know its illegal for a blow off valve to be audible by other motorists....and can I turn it down...

True or not?

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102060-the-law/
Share on other sites

I think you got off pretty easy if he didnt sticker you. As far as I know they can do you for just about anything, and the onus is on you to prove that its correct or get it changed. Correct me if im wrong, but BOV's are illegal if they were fitted aftermarket, along with everything else aftermarket.

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102060-the-law/#findComment-1871176
Share on other sites

I was told by the cop that gave me my yellow sticker that they have to find 2 defects to give you a yellow, is that right? So they got me for being to low...pretty obvious one, and then searched through for a second defect without a permit, so they ended up making the second one non standard seat rails, even though they used the same chassis points as the original rails.

I have a permit for my atmo BOV, that means they cant yellow me for it right?

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102060-the-law/#findComment-1871328
Share on other sites

never had a problem with cops...

i just try to be as nice as i can,

i got pull over in NB, with fake plates on (the plates said the real number/letters but the colour and the material was fake) and the cop was really nice about it, check my car ask me about my bov too (he ask if it was loud and if i could make it softer), i told him i could make it softer he was ok with that :)

he also check everything on my car from front to back, just ask me if all my mods where done pro or backyard.

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102060-the-law/#findComment-1871397
Share on other sites

i think its 3 things to get a yellow coz i had 2 bald back tyres and the cops looked all over my car for something else so that they could give me a yellow. ended up getting done for the tyres and a loose battery clamp. even tho i could have just tightend it right there.

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102060-the-law/#findComment-1871562
Share on other sites

i think its 3 things to get a yellow coz i had 2 bald back tyres and the cops looked all over my car for something else so that they could give me a yellow. ended up getting done for the tyres and a loose battery clamp. even tho i could have just tightend it right there.

I was told 2, and I got a yellow for 2 after they were checking everything to find a second defect/mod that didn't have a permit.

So does that mean a car pulled over for blowing a sh*t load of smoke would be ok if a second defect couldn't be found? There are so many cars out there running like dogs. The cops that gave me a yellow drove past a car blowing a huge amount of smoke to pull me over :P

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102060-the-law/#findComment-1871603
Share on other sites

My car has bulk mods, 400 hp at the treads, top mount turbo, stainless manifold, huge front mount, loud bov, big oil catch can, blah blah blah.. I passed the pits no worries, said he'll write permits for everything. (cept screamer pipe :P ) stock road pits.

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102060-the-law/#findComment-1871841
Share on other sites

Guest
This topic is now closed to further replies.


  • Similar Content

  • Latest Posts

    • Hi, i’m making a rb25det coil loom for Vag short coil. Can anybody tell me which Ecu signal wire belong to coil number 1 and 2,3,4,5,6? The connecting switch in above pic is 8 wire i think white is for +12v and black for earth.
    • Was there ever a model of the Stagea m35 that didnt have a badge on the grill? I thought I saw that somewhere, some aero edition or something? I cant find it again? davemoto
    • Its a 2002 vr-x four VQ25DET, silver. Coil overs, lowered, polished alloys and sport exhaust. Bit of a project, was sitting in a shed for a while but runs and drives great.
    • I wasn’t able to replicate the sound anymore. It was a one time sound so maybe it was just coincidence but it was like small pebbles being dropped in a coke can.   should I try cleaning the MAF? It could be it’s functioning but dirty? I don’t know.
    • Update 4: Hi all. The car drives again! Haven't driven for long, only to store it in the garage again, but the test drive was successful. The coolant and oil leaks seem to be fixed for now. Temps on the engine were also very good, while moving I never even saw 80C water during the approx. 30 minute drive. Ate up all the coolant in the reservoir though so will have to fill that even more when I go to the car next time. One thing that pisses me off is that the RPM gauge is still f**ked, I even resoldered the board twice and used copper paste on the silly screws that are used as connections. Next time I take it out I'll take apart the board and fit new components, I'll see if I can get a replacement IC for it.  I have an appointment set for 22nd of September for the engine tune to 370hp. Alignment also still needs to be done. My hope is that I can get all the legal stuff over with by the end of this season. Anyone of you have advice regarding intercoolers? Currently there is an APEXI core fitted, one of those weird hybrid ones, 600x270x76. I don't think it's bad but it's not new and now I still have the chance to change it now to legally include it in the paperwork. Only issue is that the only options that would arrive in time are a HKS Type R intercooler or generic Ebay spec intercoolers comparable to a JustJap one. Ideally I'd order a Plazmaman but it takes over a month to receive which would mean making the car legal has to wait until next season. Would love to hear some input on this. Same story for my injectors, the previous owner was a nunce and put ID 1050x on the engine. They work but are obviously not ideal at "normal" power levels. But I don't see a reason to change them unless the tuner says it's necessary. I read online before buying a different exhaust that the top secret style rear diffusers won't fit due to the size of the rear resonators. My buddy and I made it work by slightly "adjusting the shape" of the mounting bracket and making some spacers out of 3d print for the mounting bolts. Fits like a charm. Just putting this here in case someone has this problem. Even the hefty HKS Silent Hi Power rear can fits without hitting anything.
×
×
  • Create New...