Harts_94VR
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Here's the info from the Qld Transport modifications website:Jon Z said:Hey i jus removed my rear muffler. I have not put any pipe on but the pipe on it now exits just behind the diff. I was wondering if its illegal and that i need to get straight pipe put on so it goes to the rear bumper. I am in QLD so i don't know if this is illegal or not to have it exiting just behind the diff. Any help would be great
Cheers, Jon Z
Exhaust systems
Exhaust systems must comply with Queensland legislation which includes the following conditions:
• Exhaust headers (extractors) may be fitted to any motor vehicle, provided:
they do not foul any part of the steering, suspension, brake or fuel systems
all fittings for emission control equipment (E.G.R. valve, oxygen sensor, pipes and so on) are incorporated to ensure the vehicle maintains compliance with Australian Design Rules for vehicle emissions exhaust systems must continue to comply with relevant legislation or Australian Design Rules for vehicle noise.
• The exhaust outlet must extend at least 40mm beyond the furthermost outboard or rearmost joint of the floor pan that is not continuously welded or permanently sealed which could permit direct access of exhaust gases to the passenger compartment, but not beyond the perimeter of the vehicle when viewed in plan.
• The exhaust outlet, if to the side of the vehicle, must discharge to the right hand side of the vehicle and downwards at an angle to the horizontal of not less than 15 degrees and not more than 45 degrees.
• The exhaust outlet, if to the rear of the vehicle, must discharge at not more than 10 degrees above or 45 degrees below the horizontal.
• All exhaust and muffler systems must be free of any leaks or mechanical faults and should be adequately supported.
So according to the 2nd one, it needs to come either out the back, or out the side of the vehicle on the right hand side - not under the car into the diff area... Worth talking to a mechanic who does roadworthy stuff to make sure, but I'm pretty sure it has to exit the floor pan area of the car fully for it to be legal (can't be underneath the car).
Cheers dude.
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