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By viewing this document and proceeding with your purchase with Like No Other LLC, you are agreeing to the terms and guidelines specified
below. It doesn't matter if you bought from us in person, online, by mail or any other means of purchase, you buy from us and this is what you're
agreeing to. Thank you.
First and foremost, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE, FOR ANY REASON.
Important Notice to our credit card, PayPal and other certified funds customers: In some transactions, for the protection of both the cardholder
and Like No Other LLC, we will ship the products ordered ONLY to the billing address your bank has on file for that credit card number. If the
shipping address and billing address(es) do/does not match, the order will not be processed and you will be notified by e-mail. All products and
merchandise must be paid for in full prior to pick-up and delivery to the customer.
Disclaimer: Many after-market parts are for off-road or show use(s) only and may not be street-legal or safe for use on public roadways and
freeways. Many after-market parts are also not approved for use by the respective Department(s) of Transportation on the state or federal levels.
As with any car-modification orcustomization activity or racing activity of any kind, there are always express and implied risks when making
performance and/or any other modification to the original OEM vehicle and its specifications. All installations are at the customers own risk. Like
No Other LLC assumes no responsibility either implied or otherwise for mechanical, electrical or other failure of its customers' vehicle when
using or installing after-market performance products sold by us. Some items listed may or may not be legal for use in the State of Hawaii and/or
is only intended for racing vehicles which may never be used on a public highway. Buyer assumes all legal and consequential risks associate
with the purchase, installation and usage of any products purchased from Like No Other LLC and holds harmless and indemnify Like No Other
LLC, as an legal business entity, its owner, its managers, its agents, sub-agents, employees and any third-party thereof against any loss or risk
of loss associated theretounder.
Sales Policies: A down-payment of 50% is required on all orders not in stock. This down-payment is non-refundable for any reason. YOU CANNOT
CHANGE YOUR MIND. Payment can be made by VISA, MasterCard or any other credit card we accept. We also accept payment methods by Certified
Cashiers Check or Money Order in US dollars only. For instructions on ordering via Cashiers Check or Money Order, please call us. Hawaii
residents are charged an additional 4.712% Hawaii general excise sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notice. If you wish to pre-pay
your order, call us for an exact payment amount for parts and shipping. Pre-payment will include charge for parts and freight. All orders will be
sent via air service (domestic), unless otherwise specified. Orders are normally processed 1-3 business days on receipt of order; delivery on
item depends on when item is shipped from the manufacturer/distributor. THERE IS NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES OR STORE CREDIT GIVEN FOR
OPENED-BOX ITEMS! NO EXCEPTIONS!
Wheels Finish/Coating/Chrome Disclosure: We are not responsible for any peeling, pitting, corrosion, fading and/or any other discoloration of any
kind with the wheels we sell. You must follow all manufacturer instructions on cleaning and caring for your wheels. If you wash your wheels with
any solvents or wheel cleaner that contains acid, lead or sulfur and you somehow damage or peel off or fade or corrode the finish of your
wheels, we cannot and will not be held liable. All wheels sold by us carry only the wheel manufacturer's warranties that the manufacturer may
elect to honor or deny. We will not and cannot give any store credits or refunds on any wheels we sell that you damage. If you curbed your
wheels. That is your fault. Customers are advised that chrome-coating/finishes require special care and that if they use any wheel cleaner on
their wheels' delicate surfaces that they do so at their own risk. Wheel Size/Offset/Width/Back-Spacing Disclosure: We do not and cannot
guarantee the size, fitment, offset and back-spacing specifications of the wheels we sell will be perfect on your car. If you buy wider, bigger or
other non-OEM specification wheels and tires, then you do so at your own risk. We are not liable for any fitment issues or problems which you
may or may not encounter and all other terms and conditions related to liability and the terms and conditions of sale herein apply. If you do not
know the proper offset, width and back-spacing of the wheels you want, please consult with one of sales professionals, do your own online
research about rubbing, rolling-fenders and fender-pulling and if you are not sure, please do not buy from us! NO REFUNDS, RETURNS or
EXCHANGES whatsoever!
Refund Policies: Absolutely no refunds on opened-box HID kits, air suspension, turbo kits, intercoolers, wheels, exhaust systems, downpipes,
brake kits, coil over kits, special orders or electronic parts. All refunds processed are at the discretion of Like No Other LLC. We reserve the
right to refuse or deny any request or claim for refund from our customers. Please do not take offense in this policy.
Airbag Suspension Disclosure: We cannot and therefore cannot guarantee that your airbag suspension will be trouble and/or problem-free. That
is why we offer only the manufacturer's warranty. We cannot guarantee that the manufacturer will honor its warranty if the defect is outside of
the manufacturer's coverage or if the manufacturer denies your claim for warranty for cause or other reasons. All sales are final and the only
warranty is from the manufacturer. It is the customer's responsibility to regularly inspect, service and maintain the airbag suspension system
sold by Like No Other LLC. We are not licensed mechanics. We are not qualified air suspension installers. All customers are advised to get their
airbag system installed and regularly serviced by licensed, qualified mechanics who knows what they're doing. Customer understands and
agrees that any airbag suspension purchase from Like No Other LLC indemnifies, releases and holds us harmless from legal and/or litigation for
any damage caused by our customers to the injured party. We cannot be held liable because your airbag suspension system failed or does not
work or malfunctioned.
No-Fault Insurance Disclosure: We are not held liable for any loss(es), injuries and/or any claims that is denied by your no-fault insurance carrier
because of the product or part that you buy from us. You are voluntarily, intelligent and knowingly installing products and parts which may or may
not be street-legal or DOT- approved on your vehicle and you are doing so at your own risk. We are not responsible and shall not be held liable if
your no-fault insurance carrier does not cover your claim or claims filed against you for operating an illegally-modified motor vehicle or if you
cause injury or harm to another motorist or vehicle or property. Do NOT buy from us if you do not accept this term and condition! No exceptions!
You are modifying your vehicle at your own discretion and at your own risk! *** FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY ***
"CHECK ENGINE", "TPMS" and other warnings: Like No Other LLC is not responsible for any of its products sold pulling a CEL (Check Engine Light)
or any other types of warnings or ODB diagnostic problems. Most vehicles equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ("TPMS") may pull
a warning or error code when you install bigger wheels and tire set-ups. Your traction control warnings could come on too. Please have all parts
installed by a professional ASE certified or licensed mechanic who is trained to perform the installation sought.
Damaged Products: Before signing for the receipt of your product(s), please examine and make sure the box or packing tape has not been
damaged. If box looks like it has been tampered with or damaged during shipping, do not sign or initial the invoice! Once you’ve signed off on the
Invoice there is no refunds/exchange and you will be stuck with it.
Manufacturer's Warranty: All parts sold by Like No Other LLC carry limited warranty by its manufacturer. In the event that a claim is sought by the
customer against the product manufacturer, customer understands and agrees that it is his or her or their responsibility to handle all claims
matters on their own. Like No Other LLC will happily assist with the claim and warranty claim process to the extent possible for all its customers
within reason but is not and will not be held liable for any delays, refusals to honor claim and/or any other decisions or acts or omissions of the
manufacturer.
Reconstruced Vehicle Permit: All performance, styling, suspension and other products sold by Like No Other LLC may or may not conform to the
rules regulations, laws and statutes governing motor vehicles in the United States of America, both on the Federal and State levels and/or in the
City and County of Honolulu (and other Hawaii counties) in the State of Hawaii. All Like No Other LLC customers are urged to contact the City and
County of Honolulu's Department of Motor Vehicles - Reconstructed Vehicle Division at (808) 733-2542 BEFORE making any purchase with Like No
Other LLC. We will not be responsible for any products sold that cannot pass the reconstructed vehicle examination/testing. If you cannot get
your reconstructed vehicle sticker/permit/decal, we will not and cannot be held liable. It is YOUR duty and responsibility to make sure that the
product(s) or part(s) you purchase from us to install on your vehicle is legal for use and operation on the road. If you are not sure if the product
you are buying is street-legal, DO NOT BUY IT! If you make your purchase with us then we will assume, expressly and impliedly, that you agree to
the terms and conditions of sale disclosed herein that you are doing so at your own risk. If you cannot get recon because of what you bought,
don't buy it!!!
We urge to you call the experienced and knowledgeable staff and testing officials at the Reconstructed Vehicle Division of the DMV at (808) 733-
2542 if you have any questions or concerns regarding what you're contemplating on buying -- you should also visit the PDF file from the State of
Hawaii's Department of Transportation's Highways Division under Hawaii Administrative Rule 134 (a link to same below) for more information --
http://www.state.hi.us/dot/highways/adminrules/HAR19-134%20July%2024%201986.pdf
Originally Posted by crj341 on ForumsHawaii (thanks a lot bro!) and does not and is not intended to be construed as legal advice or a definitive
source of reliable information; all information deemed reliable but not guaranteed so read it and understand it but don't swear by it --
I've heard a lot of contradictory information from friends, etc, so I decided to go to the source and call the recon office. I talked to Kevin down at
the recon office about what mods you can and cant do, and of those which ones require recon. I hope this will clear up the misinformation that you
might have heard and help you plan your next or current project and not be dissappointed 'cuz you didn't pass.
Do I need to get recon for a turbo/supercharger?
No. Whether it comes as a kit or you put it together yourself, you can legally put a turbo/supercharger on your car and DO NOT have to get recon.
However if you have to get recon for one of the reasons below, just make a note of the turbo/supercharger.
Are engine swaps legal, and do I need to get recon for it?
That depends. Yes engine swaps are legal, but that does not necessessarily mean you have to get recon. If the engine you are swapping in has the
same number of cylinders as the one it is replacing, recon is NOT required. It doesn't matter if the engine you are swapping in is turbocharged. For
instance, you want to swap a SR20DET into your 240sx. This does not require recon. However, if you want to swap a RB26DETT into your 240sx, you
WILL need recon.
Can I put on rims bigger than 1.5" compared with stock? Yes, but you will have to get recon. You can go as big as you want to, but the wheels have to
be able to turn and not rub the fenders or wheel well
when turned.
Do I have to get recon for my headers/exhaust/intake? No. These are not recon items. And even if you did, any intake/exhaust will likely pass as long
as the exhaust isn't too loud (they don't have any DB meters down there, they just listen to it). If your car is fitted with a catalytic converter, you will
still need a cat, but you can use an aftermarket high flow type and still not need recon.
Can body kits/panels/hoods be installed? Yes, and you don't need recon. One caveat here though, if your fiberglass/carbon fiber hood does not have
provisions for windshield washer nozzles and you don't put them in, you would not pass safety, let alone recon.
Are coilovers/lowering springs legal? That depends. Any time you have suspension work done to your car, you will have to get recon. You will need
to have an alignment done within 30 days prior to your recon inspection. Make sure you bring a copy of the alignment sheet with you. Your
suspension must be able to be aligned within stock specifications. Your car will also be subjected to a "bounce test" to check for adequate
suspension travel. They typically test this at a front corner by pushing down on the bumper. You need to have VISIBLE (not necessarily 2 inches) of
suspension travel. If your springs are too stiff, you will likely not pass.
Are headlight/tail light swaps/conversions legal? Yes, as long as it says DOT on them. Simply doing a headlight/tail light swap does not require you
to get recon. If you modify the donor headlight, then it is no longer DOT legal. Aftermarket HID's are also legal, though you may need recon for this.
They have a light meter to make sure it's not too bright.
Are clear corner lights legal? No. The lights MUST have an orange reflector at the front corners and corresponding red reflectors at the rear. This is
a FEDERAL LAW. Simply putting in an orange bulb DOES NOT make it legal. Most of these aftermarket lights do not have DOT on them, and
therefore would not pass anyway. If you modify a DOT corner light by taking the orange reflector out, it is NO LONGER DOT legal.
Can I run nitrous? No, and it can't be made legal by going through recon. If you did have to get recon for suspension mods, and they happened to
find a nitrous line or bottle, you will fail.
Can I change my car from front wheel drive to rear wheel drive? Yes, but you will need to go through recon as this will require modification of the
vehicle's suspension. If you did a hack job with the conversion and the inspector deems your car unsafe, then you won't pass.
If there's a version of the car with a different drivetrain, can I use it? Yes. If the car came from the factory with the option of a manual or automatic
transmission, you can swap one for the other without getting recon. You could also do a 4 wheel drive conversion on your 2 wheel drive truck if
there was a 4 wheel drive version of your truck from the factory, provided the parts bolt in without requiring custom fabrication. If custom
suspension mounts need to be made, or you use aftermarket suspension components, then you need recon.
Are intake manifolds/cams, pistons, etc legal? Yes, and you don't need recon. There's no smog testing in Hawaii, so you don't need an affadavit
showing that the part is 50 state legal. But be aware that if it says "off road use only" on any of the parts, and the inspector sees it, you will likely not
pass recon even if you were trying to get it for something else.
Do I need an affadavit for all of my modifications? No. Affadavits are no longer required.
Is there a headlight/liscense plate height requirement? Yes. Headlights must be at least 22" off the ground to the center of the headlight housings.
You must have a front liscense plate which must be at least 12" off the ground.
Do I have to get a recon inspection every year? No. It's a one time only thing UNLESS you mod your car again. If you do, then you need to get
another inspection. If you return your car to stock again, you no longer need the recon sticker.
If a cop pulls me over saying I need to get recon even though I don't have any recon items on my car, what happens? If you got pulled over for a non
recon item, you can contest the ticket in court and you will win. Kevin says many of the cops don't have a good handle on the recon law themselves.
Keep in mind though, if you already have recon and do another mod to your car that requires recon, then you need to get another recon inspection.
If the cop nails you on something you just installed, then you're SOL.
Hopefully this will clear up a lot of the BS that has been floating around. If anyone has any questions about a modification, it is in your best
interest to call the recon office (733-2542) and speak to an inspector BEFORE you spend the time and money. As you can see, you can do a lot of
mods to your car and not need recon. But if your mod requires it, make sure your mod will be able to pass by reading the thread.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE, FOR ANY REASON.
Again, by viewing this document and proceeding with your transaction with Like No Other LLC, you are agreeing to the sales terms, conditions
and guidelines provided for herein. We urge you not to do business with us if you do not understand any of our disclosures made above because
we want YOU to be protected. Call us at 688-8388 if you have any questions or concerns about our terms and conditions of sale before you buy.
below. It doesn't matter if you bought from us in person, online, by mail or any other means of purchase, you buy from us and this is what you're
agreeing to. Thank you.
First and foremost, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE, FOR ANY REASON.
Important Notice to our credit card, PayPal and other certified funds customers: In some transactions, for the protection of both the cardholder
and Like No Other LLC, we will ship the products ordered ONLY to the billing address your bank has on file for that credit card number. If the
shipping address and billing address(es) do/does not match, the order will not be processed and you will be notified by e-mail. All products and
merchandise must be paid for in full prior to pick-up and delivery to the customer.
Disclaimer: Many after-market parts are for off-road or show use(s) only and may not be street-legal or safe for use on public roadways and
freeways. Many after-market parts are also not approved for use by the respective Department(s) of Transportation on the state or federal levels.
As with any car-modification orcustomization activity or racing activity of any kind, there are always express and implied risks when making
performance and/or any other modification to the original OEM vehicle and its specifications. All installations are at the customers own risk. Like
No Other LLC assumes no responsibility either implied or otherwise for mechanical, electrical or other failure of its customers' vehicle when
using or installing after-market performance products sold by us. Some items listed may or may not be legal for use in the State of Hawaii and/or
is only intended for racing vehicles which may never be used on a public highway. Buyer assumes all legal and consequential risks associate
with the purchase, installation and usage of any products purchased from Like No Other LLC and holds harmless and indemnify Like No Other
LLC, as an legal business entity, its owner, its managers, its agents, sub-agents, employees and any third-party thereof against any loss or risk
of loss associated theretounder.
Sales Policies: A down-payment of 50% is required on all orders not in stock. This down-payment is non-refundable for any reason. YOU CANNOT
CHANGE YOUR MIND. Payment can be made by VISA, MasterCard or any other credit card we accept. We also accept payment methods by Certified
Cashiers Check or Money Order in US dollars only. For instructions on ordering via Cashiers Check or Money Order, please call us. Hawaii
residents are charged an additional 4.712% Hawaii general excise sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notice. If you wish to pre-pay
your order, call us for an exact payment amount for parts and shipping. Pre-payment will include charge for parts and freight. All orders will be
sent via air service (domestic), unless otherwise specified. Orders are normally processed 1-3 business days on receipt of order; delivery on
item depends on when item is shipped from the manufacturer/distributor. THERE IS NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES OR STORE CREDIT GIVEN FOR
OPENED-BOX ITEMS! NO EXCEPTIONS!
Wheels Finish/Coating/Chrome Disclosure: We are not responsible for any peeling, pitting, corrosion, fading and/or any other discoloration of any
kind with the wheels we sell. You must follow all manufacturer instructions on cleaning and caring for your wheels. If you wash your wheels with
any solvents or wheel cleaner that contains acid, lead or sulfur and you somehow damage or peel off or fade or corrode the finish of your
wheels, we cannot and will not be held liable. All wheels sold by us carry only the wheel manufacturer's warranties that the manufacturer may
elect to honor or deny. We will not and cannot give any store credits or refunds on any wheels we sell that you damage. If you curbed your
wheels. That is your fault. Customers are advised that chrome-coating/finishes require special care and that if they use any wheel cleaner on
their wheels' delicate surfaces that they do so at their own risk. Wheel Size/Offset/Width/Back-Spacing Disclosure: We do not and cannot
guarantee the size, fitment, offset and back-spacing specifications of the wheels we sell will be perfect on your car. If you buy wider, bigger or
other non-OEM specification wheels and tires, then you do so at your own risk. We are not liable for any fitment issues or problems which you
may or may not encounter and all other terms and conditions related to liability and the terms and conditions of sale herein apply. If you do not
know the proper offset, width and back-spacing of the wheels you want, please consult with one of sales professionals, do your own online
research about rubbing, rolling-fenders and fender-pulling and if you are not sure, please do not buy from us! NO REFUNDS, RETURNS or
EXCHANGES whatsoever!
Refund Policies: Absolutely no refunds on opened-box HID kits, air suspension, turbo kits, intercoolers, wheels, exhaust systems, downpipes,
brake kits, coil over kits, special orders or electronic parts. All refunds processed are at the discretion of Like No Other LLC. We reserve the
right to refuse or deny any request or claim for refund from our customers. Please do not take offense in this policy.
Airbag Suspension Disclosure: We cannot and therefore cannot guarantee that your airbag suspension will be trouble and/or problem-free. That
is why we offer only the manufacturer's warranty. We cannot guarantee that the manufacturer will honor its warranty if the defect is outside of
the manufacturer's coverage or if the manufacturer denies your claim for warranty for cause or other reasons. All sales are final and the only
warranty is from the manufacturer. It is the customer's responsibility to regularly inspect, service and maintain the airbag suspension system
sold by Like No Other LLC. We are not licensed mechanics. We are not qualified air suspension installers. All customers are advised to get their
airbag system installed and regularly serviced by licensed, qualified mechanics who knows what they're doing. Customer understands and
agrees that any airbag suspension purchase from Like No Other LLC indemnifies, releases and holds us harmless from legal and/or litigation for
any damage caused by our customers to the injured party. We cannot be held liable because your airbag suspension system failed or does not
work or malfunctioned.
No-Fault Insurance Disclosure: We are not held liable for any loss(es), injuries and/or any claims that is denied by your no-fault insurance carrier
because of the product or part that you buy from us. You are voluntarily, intelligent and knowingly installing products and parts which may or may
not be street-legal or DOT- approved on your vehicle and you are doing so at your own risk. We are not responsible and shall not be held liable if
your no-fault insurance carrier does not cover your claim or claims filed against you for operating an illegally-modified motor vehicle or if you
cause injury or harm to another motorist or vehicle or property. Do NOT buy from us if you do not accept this term and condition! No exceptions!
You are modifying your vehicle at your own discretion and at your own risk! *** FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY ***
"CHECK ENGINE", "TPMS" and other warnings: Like No Other LLC is not responsible for any of its products sold pulling a CEL (Check Engine Light)
or any other types of warnings or ODB diagnostic problems. Most vehicles equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ("TPMS") may pull
a warning or error code when you install bigger wheels and tire set-ups. Your traction control warnings could come on too. Please have all parts
installed by a professional ASE certified or licensed mechanic who is trained to perform the installation sought.
Damaged Products: Before signing for the receipt of your product(s), please examine and make sure the box or packing tape has not been
damaged. If box looks like it has been tampered with or damaged during shipping, do not sign or initial the invoice! Once you’ve signed off on the
Invoice there is no refunds/exchange and you will be stuck with it.
Manufacturer's Warranty: All parts sold by Like No Other LLC carry limited warranty by its manufacturer. In the event that a claim is sought by the
customer against the product manufacturer, customer understands and agrees that it is his or her or their responsibility to handle all claims
matters on their own. Like No Other LLC will happily assist with the claim and warranty claim process to the extent possible for all its customers
within reason but is not and will not be held liable for any delays, refusals to honor claim and/or any other decisions or acts or omissions of the
manufacturer.
Reconstruced Vehicle Permit: All performance, styling, suspension and other products sold by Like No Other LLC may or may not conform to the
rules regulations, laws and statutes governing motor vehicles in the United States of America, both on the Federal and State levels and/or in the
City and County of Honolulu (and other Hawaii counties) in the State of Hawaii. All Like No Other LLC customers are urged to contact the City and
County of Honolulu's Department of Motor Vehicles - Reconstructed Vehicle Division at (808) 733-2542 BEFORE making any purchase with Like No
Other LLC. We will not be responsible for any products sold that cannot pass the reconstructed vehicle examination/testing. If you cannot get
your reconstructed vehicle sticker/permit/decal, we will not and cannot be held liable. It is YOUR duty and responsibility to make sure that the
product(s) or part(s) you purchase from us to install on your vehicle is legal for use and operation on the road. If you are not sure if the product
you are buying is street-legal, DO NOT BUY IT! If you make your purchase with us then we will assume, expressly and impliedly, that you agree to
the terms and conditions of sale disclosed herein that you are doing so at your own risk. If you cannot get recon because of what you bought,
don't buy it!!!
We urge to you call the experienced and knowledgeable staff and testing officials at the Reconstructed Vehicle Division of the DMV at (808) 733-
2542 if you have any questions or concerns regarding what you're contemplating on buying -- you should also visit the PDF file from the State of
Hawaii's Department of Transportation's Highways Division under Hawaii Administrative Rule 134 (a link to same below) for more information --
http://www.state.hi.us/dot/highways/adminrules/HAR19-134%20July%2024%201986.pdf
Originally Posted by crj341 on ForumsHawaii (thanks a lot bro!) and does not and is not intended to be construed as legal advice or a definitive
source of reliable information; all information deemed reliable but not guaranteed so read it and understand it but don't swear by it --
I've heard a lot of contradictory information from friends, etc, so I decided to go to the source and call the recon office. I talked to Kevin down at
the recon office about what mods you can and cant do, and of those which ones require recon. I hope this will clear up the misinformation that you
might have heard and help you plan your next or current project and not be dissappointed 'cuz you didn't pass.
Do I need to get recon for a turbo/supercharger?
No. Whether it comes as a kit or you put it together yourself, you can legally put a turbo/supercharger on your car and DO NOT have to get recon.
However if you have to get recon for one of the reasons below, just make a note of the turbo/supercharger.
Are engine swaps legal, and do I need to get recon for it?
That depends. Yes engine swaps are legal, but that does not necessessarily mean you have to get recon. If the engine you are swapping in has the
same number of cylinders as the one it is replacing, recon is NOT required. It doesn't matter if the engine you are swapping in is turbocharged. For
instance, you want to swap a SR20DET into your 240sx. This does not require recon. However, if you want to swap a RB26DETT into your 240sx, you
WILL need recon.
Can I put on rims bigger than 1.5" compared with stock? Yes, but you will have to get recon. You can go as big as you want to, but the wheels have to
be able to turn and not rub the fenders or wheel well
when turned.
Do I have to get recon for my headers/exhaust/intake? No. These are not recon items. And even if you did, any intake/exhaust will likely pass as long
as the exhaust isn't too loud (they don't have any DB meters down there, they just listen to it). If your car is fitted with a catalytic converter, you will
still need a cat, but you can use an aftermarket high flow type and still not need recon.
Can body kits/panels/hoods be installed? Yes, and you don't need recon. One caveat here though, if your fiberglass/carbon fiber hood does not have
provisions for windshield washer nozzles and you don't put them in, you would not pass safety, let alone recon.
Are coilovers/lowering springs legal? That depends. Any time you have suspension work done to your car, you will have to get recon. You will need
to have an alignment done within 30 days prior to your recon inspection. Make sure you bring a copy of the alignment sheet with you. Your
suspension must be able to be aligned within stock specifications. Your car will also be subjected to a "bounce test" to check for adequate
suspension travel. They typically test this at a front corner by pushing down on the bumper. You need to have VISIBLE (not necessarily 2 inches) of
suspension travel. If your springs are too stiff, you will likely not pass.
Are headlight/tail light swaps/conversions legal? Yes, as long as it says DOT on them. Simply doing a headlight/tail light swap does not require you
to get recon. If you modify the donor headlight, then it is no longer DOT legal. Aftermarket HID's are also legal, though you may need recon for this.
They have a light meter to make sure it's not too bright.
Are clear corner lights legal? No. The lights MUST have an orange reflector at the front corners and corresponding red reflectors at the rear. This is
a FEDERAL LAW. Simply putting in an orange bulb DOES NOT make it legal. Most of these aftermarket lights do not have DOT on them, and
therefore would not pass anyway. If you modify a DOT corner light by taking the orange reflector out, it is NO LONGER DOT legal.
Can I run nitrous? No, and it can't be made legal by going through recon. If you did have to get recon for suspension mods, and they happened to
find a nitrous line or bottle, you will fail.
Can I change my car from front wheel drive to rear wheel drive? Yes, but you will need to go through recon as this will require modification of the
vehicle's suspension. If you did a hack job with the conversion and the inspector deems your car unsafe, then you won't pass.
If there's a version of the car with a different drivetrain, can I use it? Yes. If the car came from the factory with the option of a manual or automatic
transmission, you can swap one for the other without getting recon. You could also do a 4 wheel drive conversion on your 2 wheel drive truck if
there was a 4 wheel drive version of your truck from the factory, provided the parts bolt in without requiring custom fabrication. If custom
suspension mounts need to be made, or you use aftermarket suspension components, then you need recon.
Are intake manifolds/cams, pistons, etc legal? Yes, and you don't need recon. There's no smog testing in Hawaii, so you don't need an affadavit
showing that the part is 50 state legal. But be aware that if it says "off road use only" on any of the parts, and the inspector sees it, you will likely not
pass recon even if you were trying to get it for something else.
Do I need an affadavit for all of my modifications? No. Affadavits are no longer required.
Is there a headlight/liscense plate height requirement? Yes. Headlights must be at least 22" off the ground to the center of the headlight housings.
You must have a front liscense plate which must be at least 12" off the ground.
Do I have to get a recon inspection every year? No. It's a one time only thing UNLESS you mod your car again. If you do, then you need to get
another inspection. If you return your car to stock again, you no longer need the recon sticker.
If a cop pulls me over saying I need to get recon even though I don't have any recon items on my car, what happens? If you got pulled over for a non
recon item, you can contest the ticket in court and you will win. Kevin says many of the cops don't have a good handle on the recon law themselves.
Keep in mind though, if you already have recon and do another mod to your car that requires recon, then you need to get another recon inspection.
If the cop nails you on something you just installed, then you're SOL.
Hopefully this will clear up a lot of the BS that has been floating around. If anyone has any questions about a modification, it is in your best
interest to call the recon office (733-2542) and speak to an inspector BEFORE you spend the time and money. As you can see, you can do a lot of
mods to your car and not need recon. But if your mod requires it, make sure your mod will be able to pass by reading the thread.
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