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Originally Posted by wintergreen
Agree with the performance advantages of the LT headers over shorties. However, there have been numerous prior discussions on the emissions legality of LT headers. I want the power and I want to remain legal. As an aside, keeping that 7/100,000 warranty that i paid an additional $1,600 for in check is also an important consideration.
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I know that California has to be CARB certified, but I also know there are other states that have adopted the same or similar laws regarding emissions equipment. Is VA one of those states?
If it is not then you don't have to worry about being legal with LT headers, these will still come with Cats so they are legal, they just won't be CARB certified.
As for warranty, there are so many variables and ofcourse the warranty wouldn't be for the headers, but Toyota would still have to prove that the headers were the cause for failure, wherever that may be. Then each dealership has some knowledgebleand unknowledgeble people and that can of course make a difference.
Generally if you have a good relationship with the service writer you are in good shape for your warranty. If not then you may have to go to different dealerships to find someone that knows what they are talking about and I know absolutely nothing about VA.
Good points and concerns though.