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  • i_love_carsI
    i_love_carsI
    i_love_cars
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    #6

    what? Why would you fail?

    as long as you aren't throwing any o2 sensor codes (which you shouldn't because of your tune), you are fine.

    Wisconsin got rid of the sniffer test for emissions statewide back in 2008. It's all computers now so as long as you aren't throwing codes you are fine. 

    EDIT: I've been passing emissions with catless FBO cars since 2010 without issue. My first acura TL, my 2nd Acura (with a fully built motor no less), and both my 135i's . Never had a problem and I've tested at probably 5 different locations.

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    • e36mpwrE
      e36mpwrE
      e36mpwr
      wrote on last edited by
      #7

      i_love_cars said:

      what? Why would you fail?

      as long as you aren't throwing any o2 sensor codes (which you shouldn't because of your tune), you are fine.

      Wisconsin got rid of the sniffer test for emissions statewide back in 2008. It's all computers now so as long as you aren't throwing codes you are fine. 

      EDIT: I've been passing emissions with catless FBO cars since 2010 without issue. My first acura TL, my 2nd Acura (with a fully built motor no less), and both my 135i's . Never had a problem and I've tested at probably 5 different locations.

      Hopefully mine passes with But my dads work car got rejected twice and to be honest i dont want to deal with either of the cars and emission.

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      • R
        R
        REKIII
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        #8

        yes, if you can register the cars, noting the non-emissions requiring county as the 'stored' place, you don't need emissions.

        There is a bit more to it though.  First, if your cousin has a hartford address, he is likely in Washington co, which requires emissions.  Second, you need to know the town and county.  I have my cars 'stored' at my inlaws which is in dodge county and the town of herman, yet they have an Iron ridge address.  Make sure you know what to put down so you don't look like an idiot.

        But really, like ILC said, it is all computers.  This is not always straight forward either.  Usually if you have no CEL you are good to go, however sometimes certain codes can be 'not ready' which will not cause the CEL to light, but still show up on the scan.  I believe WI allows 2 'not readys' during the scan, but I could be wrong on that.

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        • e36mpwrE
          e36mpwrE
          e36mpwr
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          #9

          REKIII said:

          yes, if you can register the cars, noting the non-emissions requiring county as the 'stored' place, you don't need emissions.

          There is a bit more to it though.  First, if your cousin has a hartford address, he is likely in Washington co, which requires emissions.  Second, you need to know the town and county.  I have my cars 'stored' at my inlaws which is in dodge county and the town of herman, yet they have an Iron ridge address.  Make sure you know what to put down so you don't look like an idiot.

          But really, like ILC said, it is all computers.  This is not always straight forward either.  Usually if you have no CEL you are good to go, however sometimes certain codes can be 'not ready' which will not cause the CEL to light, but still show up on the scan.  I believe WI allows 2 'not readys' during the scan, but I could be wrong on that.

          Anyway you can check what county this adresss is in? Summit st hartford wisconsin 53027-2034

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          • patsbimmer1P
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            patsbimmer1
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            You don't need an address for the 'stored in' box, just a town and county.  Have a quick bs story for the worker and call it a day.

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            • R
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              REKIII
              wrote on last edited by
              #11

              it's in washington CO.  but, likes patsbimmer1 said, you just need a township and county.  I have a convenient story that my inlaws actually live there.

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              • e36mpwrE
                e36mpwrE
                e36mpwr
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                #12

                REKIII said:

                it's in washington CO. but, likes patsbimmer1 said, you just need a township and county. I have a convenient story that my inlaws actually live there.

                So is it good for emissions and that i dont have to take it?

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                • wasnt m3W
                  wasnt m3W
                  wasnt m3
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                  #13

                  I have registered many, many cars to other counties and have NEVER been questioned whatsoever. In my opinion, you should have done that when registering the car for the first time. Changing it later just looks suspicious. Like what others have said, if there is no check engine light you should be fine for an emissions test.

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                  • EarlE
                    EarlE
                    Earl
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                    #14

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                    • patsbimmer1P
                      patsbimmer1P
                      patsbimmer1
                      wrote on last edited by
                      #15

                      I was questioned on my last e36 when I registered at a DMV in Milwaukee County but said the car was stored in Walworth county.  I also had a convenient story because my mom lives in East Troy.

                      My dad switched a car after they couldn't get it to pass emissions and he re-registered it in his fiances name to Walworth county.  The lady gave him a hard time and he just said it was a gift.

                      It's really not a big deal to re-register the car but if they DMV associate is in enough of a mood they may question you.  Like other's have said though, i'd try and see if it passes first.  The worst that happens is you fail and you re-register it anyways.

                      2011 e90 M3 - DCT, Borla exhaust, BMW Performance Black Grille, ECS Painted Corners, Ziza Angel Eyes

                      07 335i Stella - sport package, BMS DCI, zhp knob, TMS cf parking brake lever, VRSF downpipes, MHD tune, H&R race springs, other stuff *SOLD*

                      97 328i Lola - sport package, m50 intake manifold, m50 manifold.com install kit, custom CAI, K&N filter, Borla exhaust, FK silverline coilovers, 25.5mm front sway bar, Powerflex front sway bushings, Turner Radiator, fan delete *sold*
                      95 325is *sold*
                      93 nissan 240sx KA-T *sold*

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                      Instagram @patsbimmer1

                      AKA- HALLWAY PAT

                      "burnouts bring babes and babes dont have time for bushings" - Kaiser Rolls

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                      • andyhundleyA
                        andyhundleyA
                        andyhundley
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                        #16

                        I register all my cars to my parents house even though I live in Milwaukee. No emissions tests and my insurance is cheaper.

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                        • KaiserRollsK
                          KaiserRollsK
                          KaiserRolls
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                          #17

                          Emission testing is horse shit

                          And I'm glad I never have to do it

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                          • patsbimmer1P
                            patsbimmer1P
                            patsbimmer1
                            wrote on last edited by
                            #18

                            I was excited when I moved to Rock county and knew i'd never have to deal with emissions again (for now)

                            2011 e90 M3 - DCT, Borla exhaust, BMW Performance Black Grille, ECS Painted Corners, Ziza Angel Eyes

                            07 335i Stella - sport package, BMS DCI, zhp knob, TMS cf parking brake lever, VRSF downpipes, MHD tune, H&R race springs, other stuff *SOLD*

                            97 328i Lola - sport package, m50 intake manifold, m50 manifold.com install kit, custom CAI, K&N filter, Borla exhaust, FK silverline coilovers, 25.5mm front sway bar, Powerflex front sway bushings, Turner Radiator, fan delete *sold*
                            95 325is *sold*
                            93 nissan 240sx KA-T *sold*

                            BMWCCA #473306

                            Instagram @patsbimmer1

                            AKA- HALLWAY PAT

                            "burnouts bring babes and babes dont have time for bushings" - Kaiser Rolls

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                            • EarlE
                              EarlE
                              Earl
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                              Knew*

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                              • KaiserRollsK
                                KaiserRollsK
                                KaiserRolls
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                                #20

                                *Earl

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                                • patsbimmer1P
                                  patsbimmer1P
                                  patsbimmer1
                                  wrote on last edited by
                                  #21

                                  Earl said:

                                  Knew*

                                  Damn it.  Probably shouldn't do this while i'm driving.

                                  2011 e90 M3 - DCT, Borla exhaust, BMW Performance Black Grille, ECS Painted Corners, Ziza Angel Eyes

                                  07 335i Stella - sport package, BMS DCI, zhp knob, TMS cf parking brake lever, VRSF downpipes, MHD tune, H&R race springs, other stuff *SOLD*

                                  97 328i Lola - sport package, m50 intake manifold, m50 manifold.com install kit, custom CAI, K&N filter, Borla exhaust, FK silverline coilovers, 25.5mm front sway bar, Powerflex front sway bushings, Turner Radiator, fan delete *sold*
                                  95 325is *sold*
                                  93 nissan 240sx KA-T *sold*

                                  BMWCCA #473306

                                  Instagram @patsbimmer1

                                  AKA- HALLWAY PAT

                                  "burnouts bring babes and babes dont have time for bushings" - Kaiser Rolls

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                                  • e36mpwrE
                                    e36mpwrE
                                    e36mpwr
                                    wrote on last edited by
                                    #22

                                    All set and done no more emissions thanks to Lodi

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                                    • R
                                      R
                                      REKIII
                                      wrote on last edited by
                                      #23

                                      e36mpwr said:

                                      So is it good for emissions and that i dont have to take it?

                                      no, it is not good.  you can't use that address/town/county.

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