DREMEN Posted April 23, 2003 Share Posted April 23, 2003 Here is the short story: * R33 Skyline * Had a pod filter * Defected * EPA emissions test -> passed * Back to EPA for exhaust retest and he checked I had the stock box back in * EPA threatened me with a $5k fine & court apperance if I get caught again So now what do I do?? The stock box makes the car feel a little sluggish Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secoh Posted April 23, 2003 Share Posted April 23, 2003 put the pod in the standard air box which state are you in? In NSW the law got changed yet again stating that pods are ok...so I have NFI whats going on these days Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-293503 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RedLineGTR Posted April 23, 2003 Share Posted April 23, 2003 have you changed the stock box filter, to like i better flowing one, like k&N which are common, most jap companys make panel filters as well as pods if you were after something more big brand. You could also ask the epa about getting a CAI box made up for your pod, most people are getting away with pods like that. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-293505 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airzone Posted April 23, 2003 Share Posted April 23, 2003 Secoh - So it's now legal to have a pod filter in NSW? When was that changed? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-293510 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secoh Posted April 23, 2003 Share Posted April 23, 2003 I havent confirmed this myself so dont argue with a cop or anything but apparently it got changed a month or so back. but it may also be different state by state.... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-293522 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DREMEN Posted April 23, 2003 Author Share Posted April 23, 2003 Nah its illegal.......... I got done for it by the EPA a few weeks ago Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-293532 Share on other sites More sharing options...
craz0 Posted April 23, 2003 Share Posted April 23, 2003 What about Qld does anyone know? I have been told that they are illegal and I've also been told that they are legal, then again I've been told by my local inspection centre that they have never heard of a Pod filter. I don't think they now what they are talking about half the time, it all depends on who you get and what they now or what they think they know Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-293539 Share on other sites More sharing options...
akeenan Posted April 26, 2003 Share Posted April 26, 2003 if the car feels slugish add more power/money, get where im coming from? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-297667 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor Posted April 26, 2003 Share Posted April 26, 2003 I beleive the only legal pod filter is K&N but you have to have it secured to the body. This is only what I have heard. I have a k&n panel filter and it works heaps better than my huge pod that I had. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-297791 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest INASNT Posted April 26, 2003 Share Posted April 26, 2003 u can get those paper pods from auto1 which are epa legal. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-297807 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NO_RSPECT Posted April 26, 2003 Share Posted April 26, 2003 Why dont you keep the stock box in there, replace the filter with a k&n. secure the front air intake to it if you dont have one and then direct a similar cold air feed to the other side of the lid that runs to the front of the car. that should improve the throttle response a little bit and the car shouldn't feel all that sluggish with the extra colder air. lata Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-298247 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Posted April 26, 2003 Share Posted April 26, 2003 i got an apexi pod filter in a carbon fibre box, is this legal? im in NSW. Thanks! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-298249 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NismoR34 Posted April 26, 2003 Share Posted April 26, 2003 I have heard that in VIC you are allowed 1 intake mod, so you can have a pod but it must NOT be made of foam and it must also NOT be an oiled type pod - so any brand fitting this description is ok in Victoria - this info was passed on by fellow members who have spoken directly with the authorities! btw FMIC [aftermarket] and boost increase are INTAKE mods... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-298273 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secoh Posted April 26, 2003 Share Posted April 26, 2003 FWIW I couldnt buy a stock paper filter for my R32 GTSt but I discovered that it's exactly the same as a VL commodore/RB30 skyline filter. Dunno if anyone else has come across this or not. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-298352 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NismoR34 Posted April 27, 2003 Share Posted April 27, 2003 Secoh, its the same as 33 / 34 too in that case - the filter number is actually A360 and they are as common as muck! VN>VR commo is same too I believe, they are readily available throughout Victoria and I assume Oz too. Pulsar N14 / N15 and Pintara TRX are also the same...the list goes on...Nissan even sell them brand new! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-298960 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimX Posted April 28, 2003 Share Posted April 28, 2003 Dremen, did you find out why the pod filter was illegal? Was it due to emissions or noise pollution or something else? Either way, the solution is simple. Get a cold air box from somewhere like UAS or Hills Motorsports (Hills do a much better one than UAS, but costs about double) and put the pod inside that. The reason why I ask if your defect notice was due to emissions or noise is because a pod in a box still makes a lot of noise so it still might be illegal for noise reasons. Oh, for anyone that finds the flat filter to flow better than their pod, it was because your pod was sucking in a lot of hot air from your engine bay. I had the same problem, but I got a UAS box and it fixed the power right up again. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-300211 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gtst88 Posted April 28, 2003 Share Posted April 28, 2003 Originally posted by nismoR34 I have heard that in VIC you are allowed 1 intake mod, so you can have a pod but it must NOT be made of foam and it must also NOT be an oiled type pod - so any brand fitting this description is ok in Victoria - this info was passed on by fellow members who have spoken directly with the authorities! btw FMIC [aftermarket] and boost increase are INTAKE mods... can you confirm this nismoR34 ? i'm in Melbourne and i plan to upgrade my intake, intercooler, cams, etc,etc thanks buddy ! Cheers ! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-300307 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RedLineGTR Posted April 28, 2003 Share Posted April 28, 2003 tell this to cops and they will go..pppffff yah right and slap you for a fine for being a smart arse. The best thing to do is get it on paper of vicroads with a act number or something that they could check. Then you can tell them what ya think. Lolz Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-300339 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NismoR34 Posted April 29, 2003 Share Posted April 29, 2003 Originally posted by gtst88 can you confirm this nismoR34 ? i'm in Melbourne and i plan to upgrade my intake, intercooler, cams, etc,etc thanks buddy ! Cheers ! I havent spoken to the EPA directly but a couple of the Melbourne guys have and say that 1 intake mod is allowed...*goes and looks for thread* here's one: laws on mods in vic? Or just call the EPA to get it from the horses mouth! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-301241 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiroshima Screamer Posted April 29, 2003 Share Posted April 29, 2003 oh oh anouther defect heading my way Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/14516-dilema-cold-air-stock-box-defect-epa/#findComment-302583 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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