police crackdown on street racing

[raverboy]

Ok , now I want to know what is going on with the po pooz in san mateo county. I heard on the news that they are cracking down on street racing and side shows. However, my friend got busted just for driving around in his 00 eclipse. They stopped him for having a so called, to loud exhuast , then made him pop his hood. I thought they were just out to bust street racers and sideshowers, WHATS GOING ON!!??!?!?!?!

[RedTurboEclipse]

Tokyo Drift!!!!!!!!!!!!

[DGajre777]

Originally Posted by RedTurboEclipse

Tokyo Drift!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BOOstGhost]

Too fast, too furious? Too busted, police say
Law enforcers on alert for illegally modified vehicles, street racers
By Christine Morente, STAFF WRITER
Inside Bay Area

Owners of souped-up cars, beware.
For the first time in the county, three teams of officers from San Mateo County law enforcement agencies will be out Friday night, searching for illegal street racers and inspecting cars.

"We just want to make sure people understand it's not OK to have cars illegally modified in San Mateo County," said Timothy Birch, a Daly City police management analyst. "We can impound cars or do whatever it takes to get the message across."

Inspections will be from 6 p.m. to midnight. Birch said he does not anticipate traffic issues during the operation hosted by the Burlingame Police Department.

A California Office of Traffic Safety grant will pay for the inspection operation.

This will be the first such inspection operation in the county.

Birch said a second inspection will occur June 16, because of the movie release of "Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift," the third installment in the popular street-racing series.

Birch said he doesn't believe the county is a hotbed for street racing and sideshows, where drivers perform stunts such as donuts. But officers will likely visit parking lots of fast-food places like In-N-Out Burger in Millbrae or Nations Burger in Daly City, he said. There, Birch added, some people meet and set up sideshows, or go following a race.

Friday afternoon, police will learn during a four-hour training session in Burlingame how to spot illegally modified cars. Birch said police officers will look out for cars that arebrightly colored or have lettering and graphics.

"Obviously, there's nothing illegal about that ... but sometimes, when a car is painted that way, it's tied with illegal modifications," he said. "If a car is too loud, or doesn't meet emissions requirements — because it's a violation — it allows an officer to pull a car over and gives police the right to go underneath the hood to see if anything has been modified."

Officers will also look for stolen parts. Birch said law enforcement agencies aren't in a position to deal with the vendors.

"We're not equipped to do it," he said. "In San Mateo County, there's very few shops that overtly sell stuff that's illegal. We can only deal with what we're seeing after it's installed."


Staff writer Christine Morente covers Burlingame, Millbrae, San Bruno and Hillsborough. She can be reached at (650) 348-4333 or at cmorente@sanmateocountytimes.com

[T is for TURBO]

I think its a good thing... I know for a fact that I am staying off the streets on friday when the movie comes out. There are going to be so many stupid ####s out before/after the movie tring to drift their moms toyato camarys. And If I were a cop, I too would specifcally look out for cars that fit the profile. I dont' car if its profiling, If other peoples lives are going to be put in danger, than the police should have that right. However, pulling people over who have a modified car and harassing them and ticketing them for just haveing a modified car is BS (in my opinion) As long as they are obeying the law, then let them go. As Im sure most modified muscle cars and Harleys will NOT be pulled over for having illegal emissions.
-Shawn

[tstkl]

Ill be driving my minivan, that way if they hit me, THEY LOSE. Lets see their little honda civics and 240's take on my 2 tons of fury. v6 BABY, all 151 horses, and 174 ft lbs.

[talnteddriver29]

So Basically.... They'll pull ya over if

a) your Riced Out

b) Loud Exhaust

or

c) Both

Thanks alot F & F

[Ludachris]

This is how street racers screw us all, and is why I'm glad I moved out of CA. We all fit the profile with our "import cars" and we can all expect to be harassed because of those who street race. Get used to it. As long as people street race, it's only going to get more difficult for the rest of us to enjoy modding our cars, especially for all those in CA - can anyone say CARB? You can thank the street racers for that lovely little law.

Maybe if you show the cop this shirt they'll know you're not part of the problem:
http://www.cafepress.com/dsmtuners.58322304

[MrBentley]

Ohhh i want that shirt.... does it come with red lettering?

[raverboy]

Originally Posted by MrBentley

Ohhh i want that shirt.... does it come with red lettering?

Yeah man, the future freedom of modified cars in the bay are sure does look bleek. If I was pulled over once and the hood pooped, that would be the end of it for me How am I going to make my ride quiet with 3" piping all the way through!??!?!

[DSM90AWD]

Originally Posted by raverboy

How am I going to make my ride quiet with 3" piping all the way through!??!?!

The 3" welded Dynomax mufflers are very quiet and flow more than a 3" straight pipe (they are actually ~4" internally). That and a "stockish" dual tip would make for a sleeper look and likely pass any CARB-Nazi inspections.

Not to but it's not just CA cracking down. Seems all the attention given the import scene's got alot of politicians looking to make their constituants happy by enacting new laws or enforcing old ones long forgotten. Unfortunately we have no NRA, AARP, AFL/CIO to defend our rights as car enthusiests.

I'm not supportive of street racing, just that I long for the days when law abiding citizens could enjoy their sports car publically without fear of the law

[The_EE]

I have no problem with them busting street racers either. Risking the lives of others isnt worth it. I agree, take it to the track.

I carry my NHRA Card with me everywhere I go in my wallet. If I do get pulled over, perhaps it will save my ass. Also got the sced. for the local track in my glove box and my helmet in my car.

[Quasimondo]

Originally Posted by DSM90AWD

The 3" welded Dynomax mufflers are very quiet and flow more than a 3" straight pipe (they are actually ~4" internally). That and a "stockish" dual tip would make for a sleeper look and likely pass any CARB-Nazi inspections.

Not to but it's not just CA cracking down. Seems all the attention given the import scene's got alot of politicians looking to make their constituants happy by enacting new laws or enforcing old ones long forgotten. Unfortunately we have no NRA, AARP, AFL/CIO to defend our rights as car enthusiests.

I'm not supportive of street racing, just that I long for the days when law abiding citizens could enjoy their sports car publically without fear of the law

Wasn't SEMA supposed to stand up for us? Or do they not care anymore since they're just interested in body kits, stereos, wings, and other useless shit?

[The_EE]

SEMA is the UN of the Tuning world. They cant do squat but talk talk talk. we need action.

[raverboy]

Originally Posted by DSM90AWD

The 3" welded Dynomax mufflers are very quiet and flow more than a 3" straight pipe (they are actually ~4" internally). That and a "stockish" dual tip would make for a sleeper look and likely pass any CARB-Nazi inspections.

Not to but it's not just CA cracking down. Seems all the attention given the import scene's got alot of politicians looking to make their constituants happy by enacting new laws or enforcing old ones long forgotten. Unfortunately we have no NRA, AARP, AFL/CIO to defend our rights as car enthusiests.

I'm not supportive of street racing, just that I long for the days when law abiding citizens could enjoy their sports car publically without fear of the law

thanks for the great information man, I hate to give up my apexi muffler, but it might just save me a trip to the tow yard

[Ludachris]

Originally Posted by The_EE

SEMA is the UN of the Tuning world. They cant do squat but talk talk talk. we need action.

SEMA is the only group that has done anything to help protect the automotive aftermarket and those of us who love to modify our cars. They've worked on countless modified exhaust bills in California. I've seen the documents. The problem is, they can't get enough people like us to actually get involved and act upon things. Without our action, they are powerless.

In fact, I got a call a month ago from a SEMA rep asking me to personally put in a call to my local representative that would help automotive trade workers get benefits. They even gave me the number so I could call and ask for support on this issue. SEMA is doing what they can, but everyone here needs to get involved if you want to see anything happen. How many SEMA members do we have in here anyway? How many of you have sent a letter or email, or made a call to your representative? That's what it takes. SEMA won't solve all our problems, they can only work to help us help ourselves. It's on you and I, not SEMA to protect our rights. All they will do is organize the effort.

[DSM90AWD]

I was under the impression that SEMA's membership / scope was limited to automotive related businesses not consumers?

Votes come from individuals, so the more individuals associated the more influence SEMA would have. The NRA is a perfect example of an organization successfully influencing policy by way of both sheer numbers and money. Individuals pay a nominal annual fee and get a monthly magazine and help pay for lobbyists that monitor new and changes to existing existing laws and organize petitions..etc to influence policy thereof.

The NRA is so spowerful these days that if it weren't for the high cost of gas I'd bet we'd see Abrams Tanks available to the general public

[RiceKiller_TSi]

Paul Walker really started something didn't he?

[Quasimondo]

Originally Posted by DSM90AWD

I was under the impression that SEMA's membership / scope was limited to automotive related businesses not consumers?

Votes come from individuals, so the more individuals associated the more influence SEMA would have. The NRA is a perfect example of an organization successfully influencing policy by way of both sheer numbers and money. Individuals pay a nominal annual fee and get a monthly magazine and help pay for lobbyists that monitor new and changes to existing existing laws and organize petitions..etc to influence policy thereof.

The NRA is so spowerful these days that if it weren't for the high cost of gas I'd bet we'd see Abrams Tanks available to the general public

I'd trade my Galant in for a M1A2 in a heartbeat.

I thought SEMA was limited to manufacturers/vendors as well. But if we're to use the same model as the NRA, shouldn't SEMA be just a little bit more active in recruitment? It's not just compact tuners who are potentially affected by these regulations. Old school hot rodders, muscle car guys, even autocrossers can get caught up in the mix should they encounter an overzealous law enforcement officer. I'm sure those guys all have the same perception of SEMA as well, that it's more for manufacturers and vendors than it is for the average wrench-turner.

I'm sorry, but if the best they can do is cold calls, then they're not doing enough on their own to strengthen their ranks.

[99gst_racer]

Originally Posted by DSM90AWD

I'm not supportive of street racing, just that I long for the days when law abiding citizens could enjoy their sports car publically without fear of the law

Same here.


Sounds more like they are targeting younger auto enthusiasts, not street racers. They are pulling people over for the way their car looks, not how they are driving. Articles like in post #4 really piss me off. The police aren't enforcing what they see is "wrong". They are actually looking for trouble. They are specifically targeting flashy cars on the night of a movie release date. That's harassment and prejudice.