WTB greddy sp2
 

Hey guys I just bought my rx8 last week and decided to join the forum! Now deciding to start off with a nice greddy sp2. If anyone down here in socal has one for sale let me know. Also if you think this exhaust is not good tell me because my knowledge is based on youtube videos so far lol :) thanks.

don't have an sp2 for sale but you might wanna check out this thread.
its a really great sounding exhaust for sure though.
not gonna get much gains from any exhuast unless you go catless, so its basically all preference on the sound.

but check this thread out.
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-parts-sale-wanted-44/f-s-f-t-part-out-take-all-168477/

So would you prefer i go catless and get a midpipe instead? if the catback wont get me any gains? or both?

both is a good combination.
its up too you though.
the cat back is mostly for sound though.

Things to consider:
1. If you go catless, will it pass emissions?
2. Catless, will it give you a CEL.. ie check engine light? and can you live with that?
3. If not buying local, shipping will kill you ie more than 100 bucks
4. The SP2 is not being made anymore, ie discontinued the new one from Greddy is called SE
5. If you buy used, how used will it be, ie mufflers do wear out.
Good luck
BTW I am also looking for one in TEXAS
The last one sold here came from Atlanta from partsgroup
he was selling it with midpipe, search for that thread.

Not too sure is this applies:
*Legal in California only for racing vehicles, which may never be used upon a highway.
What does this mean?
http://www.racingbeat.com/FRmazda4.htm
What is the difference between the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB)?

The EPA is a federal governmental agency that works to develop and enforce regulations that implement environmental laws enacted by Congress. CARB is a California governmental agency that promotes and protects public health, welfare and ecological resources through the reduction of air pollutants.

What agency establishes the laws that affect the emissions controls on my vehicle?

The State of California has long been recognized as one of the major air pollution problem areas in the United States. CARB was established in part to study this problem and implement changes to reduce air pollution. CARB has been leading the nation in implementation of strict emissions requirements for motor vehicles through the use of emission control devices and biannual motor vehicle smog-check program. Vehicles that are labeled as "California Emissions Equipped Vehicles" vehicles meet the emissions requirement of CARB for that particular model year.

The EPA establishes the pollution laws and regulations for states other than California. Vehicles that are labeled as "Federal" emission equipped vehicles meet the emissions requirement of the EPA for that particular model year.

Is my vehicle required to be submitted to a tailpipe emissions "smog-check?

This depends on the state that you reside in and the local requirements. For example in California, smog-checks are required in populated areas, but not in selected rural areas. With laws and regulations changing at an increasing rate, it is very difficult for the aftermarket to keep ahead of these changes. We suggest you contact your local or state agencies for information regarding your emissions laws.

Can I legally replace an emissions sensitive part on my car with an aftermarket product?

In the state of California, it is not legal to replace an emissions sensitive device without the replacement part having an exemption from CARB. Although replacing a particular device might have no apparent effect on the emissions, and the car might even pass a tail pipe "smog-check", the replacement part is still not considered emissions legal. In many cases, the mandatory visual inspection of the vehicle prior to an official state required smog-check may result in immediate failure of the test if a non-exempt part is identified.

oh I didn't no that. thanks for the info myardor. I guess i wont be touching the catalytic converter. Still looking to buy a greddy sp2 for cheap if anyone got it.