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Originally Posted by Jim Richards
Jeff, I thought it was 95 dBA at 20’. Compares to standing right next to a running belt sander, or standing 50’ from a running jackhammer. If lots of cars/bikes are exceeding this sound level, it can be unpleasant as hell. You live in a hilly area, like me, right? We’re frequently hearing people opening it up as they drive uphill a few blocks away. It’s loud, and can go on at all hours. I’m not a get off my lawn type about these noise levels, but life would be nicer without this jackassery.
BTW, isn’t Laguna Seca’s noise limit 92 dBA at 50’?
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Yeppers, 92 or 90dbA, (not sure what the two-tier system means). It makes sense for HPDE events and private track days. It does not apply to professional races there.
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Originally Posted by sammyg2
I just wrote to my representatives urging them to SUPPORT this bill.
just for giggles, here is what the bill actually says:
So if you have straight pipes, or drag pipes, or cut-outs or uncorked exhaust, and feel that it is your right to be a punk and deny everyone else of their right to reasonable peace and quiet, I hope you get nailed.
There really is no reason for loud exhaust. It isn't a performance thing, I've built many high performance cars and all had intentionally quiet exhaust (including two turbocharged Porsches). Sleepers is the term used.
If your vehicle is faster than it sounds, you are cool.
If your vehicle is louder than it is fast, you are a douche bag.
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Note to self: Agreeing w Sammy again, must buy a lottery ticket today.
