MooJohn

I'd be interested in seeing the text of the law you supposedly violated. Noise laws can be written loosely.

OTOH, cops around here don't really care about loud exhaust (not sure on GA's law on that either) unless you're otherwise driving like an ***. I've never had a particularly loud car though.

The locals did stop my brother in his singled Supra once, claiming they "heard him spin the ties for at least 10 seconds" while maintaining 40 mph in traffic. The idiot heard the spool of the turbo and assumed it was wheel spin and got mad when it was explained. At least he didn't write a ticket.

Nova

iTrader: (21)

you can fight it if he never checked the level with a decibel meter. you must be able to prove that your vehicle does not go over state mandated level. that information should be available on your states website

xspsi6

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Yea in the south they operate on the good ole boy network where a harley can be as loud as can be but on an import that's a violation of policy. Wtf? This is why I have no respect for the patrol cops these days.

MrCJ305

Oh-my-effin'-gosh FINALLY someone that agrees with me on this...thought I was the only one smh. I HATE those bikes ughh

1sWt2GS

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what exhaust are u running?

UZinator

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Where are you at in Alabama? I am in Birmingham and there are so many fart can Hondas that they had better never write me a ticket for my exhaust or I might get a little bit upset. Of all the things they could write you up for -a slightly loud exhaust has to be one of most unwarranted.

1JZPWRD

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Man do I ever agree with this statement. I might just add the note to my other notes before the court date. I wonder if they (harley drivers) have to abide by the same law as the vehicles are?

1JZPWRD

iTrader: (59)

Now that's funny, man cops think they know everything. No offense to those who protect and serve the USA.

1JZPWRD

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Full 3 inch exhaust, custom DP, and HKS race series muffler (carbon fiber), no resonators, just straight.

1JZPWRD

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Me and the wife are both from Birmingham. She is from Dora, I know red neck country of the south, and I am from Adamsville, which aint much better...

I know live in Athens, and work on the Arsenal...

1JZPWRD

iTrader: (59)

This is the info that I have found for the state of Alabama. Keep in mind, Alabama does not have any emission state laws as of yet. This was last updated on Feb of this year.

Code of Alabama - Title 32: Motor Vehicles and Traffic - Section 32-5-216 - Mufflers; prevention of noise, smoke, etc

Section 32-5-216 - Mufflers; prevention of noise, smoke, etc.

(a) Every motor vehicle shall at all times be equipped with a muffler in good working order and in constant operation to prevent excessive or unusual noise and annoying smoke, and no person shall use a muffler cut-out, bypass, a muffler without baffles, or similar device upon a motor vehicle on a highway.

(b) The engine and power mechanism of every motor vehicle shall be so equipped and adjusted as to prevent the escape of excessive fumes or smoke.
(Acts 1927, No. 347, p. 348; Code 1940, T. 36, §39; Acts 1949, No. 517, p. 754, §9.)
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Last modified: February 19, 2012

1JZPWRD

iTrader: (59)

Here is the info from Titan Motorsports on my slip on...

Inspired and designed from endurance and GT racing in Japan, HKS developed its Hi-Power Exhaust system for both turbocharged and naturally aspirated applications. HKS has incorporated this new race inspired offset muffler and piping design into many street applications, which offers a greater flow and higher-PRM power gains due to the less restrictive design. This is achieved by eliminating unnecessary bends for the straightest exhaust path.

For turbocharged applications, the large and smooth exhaust flow allows greater exhaust velocity for better mid-range boost response and high-RPM power. Naturally aspirated vehicles also benefit from greater exhaust flow capacity as engine tuning levels increase. Certain applications are available in a Silent Hi-Power version which has an inner silencer built into the muffler.

Like Drager Exhaust systems, Hi-Power Exhaust systems are made from SUS304 stainless steel muffler and tip assemblies.

Depending on the application, Hi-Power muffler tips are 96mm, 115mm and 120mm in diameter, piping diameter ranges from 55mm to 95mm. Special Edition HKS Carbon Titanium Hi-Power Exhaust systems are exclusively available for certain popular applications. These exclusive versions of the Hi-Power Exhaust consist of a carbon fiber wrapped muffler shell, titanium tip, and polished SUS304 stainless steel piping.

Off road use only - exeeds 95 db!

UZinator

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Sounds like it might be time to invest in a quieter muffler. Like I said -they had better not write me a ticket for my exhaust sound or I might argue because of all the Honda farts and Harleys running around here in the "Crimson Neck" area.

I may be soon making the drive up your way every day. I am interviewing for a position up in Decator.

97-SC300

iTrader: (17)

Yeah so how loud is your exhaust anyway?

My exhaust is quieter now than when I was NA with a blitz nurspec catback exhaust. I swear it was louder back then lol.

roc

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i recently got pulled over for my tints being too dark,talked my way out of that one,next she gives me a summons for loud exhaust.mind you all i have is headers w/ replacement midpipe and stock mufflers.not loud at all.i told her i'll see you in court,mind you this was the last day of the month.nyc cops are the worst ,when it comes to meeting their quota at the end of the month