Approval Details

Valid E.O.

Validity

This Executive Order approved the specified parts on on March 14, 1990.
As of Monday, October 7th, 2024 this Executive Order has not been overturned or superceeded.

Approved Parts

Models
1990 and older gasoline and diesel powered vehicles

This Executive Order may be listed as:
  • C.A.R.B.E.O. D-199
  • Executive Order 199 / D199
  • ARB # D-199
  • Executive Order No: D-199
  • C.A.R.B. No. D-199
  • Resolution D-199
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Download: Executive Order D-199 PDF

D-199 Document:

CARB_D-199

{Page 1 of 2) State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD EXECUTIVE ORDER D—199 _ Relating to Exemptions Under Section 27156 f of the Vehicle Code CARBONFLO SALES AMERICA, LTD. "CARBONFLO® DEVICE WHEREAS, Vehicle Code (VC) Section 27156 and Title 13 California Code of Regulations (hereafter "CCR") Section 2222(e), authorize the California Air Resources Board (ARB) and its Executive Officer to exempt add—on and modified parts from the prohibitions of ¥C Section 27156. WHEREAS, Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. has applied to the ARB for exemption from the prohibitions of VC Section 27156 for the "Carbonflo" device. WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority vested in the Executive Officer by Health and Safety Code Section 39515 and in the Chief, Mobile Source Division by Health and Safety Code Section 39516 and Executive Order G—45—5, the ARB finds: 1. The "Carbonflo" device is an add—on device that is inserted in the fuel delivery line of a motor vehicle. Installations are > exclusively done by authorized representatives of Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. The "Carbonflo" device is a cylindrical cartridge containing 22mm metallic "cones". Cartridges are available in 6 1/2, 7 1/2, — 8 1/2, 9 1/2, and 10 1/2 inch lengths. The length of the cartridge used depends onthe type of vehicle and ifs condition. This applicability will be determined by authorized representatives of Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. The "Carbonflo" device, beffig a fuel line insert, alters the ‘original design of a motor veh1c1e pollution control system. The "Carbonflo" dev1ce is a devuce subject to the prohibitions of VC Section 27156 and an add—on part as defined by 13 CCR Section 1900(b)(1)}. —The "Carbonflo" device does not reduce the effectiveness of any _ required moter vehicle pollution control device. The ARB, in the exercise of technical judgment, is aware of no basis on which the "Carbonf]o" device‘will provide an increase in fuel economy. It has not been determined what effect use of the "Carbonflo" device may have on any warranty, either expressed or implied, by the manufacturer of a motor vehicle on which the device is installed. The "Carbonflo" device is not a certified motor vehicle pollution control device pursuant to Heaith and Safety Code Section 43644.

CARBONFLO SALES AMERICA, LTD. EXECUTIVE ORDER D—199 "CARBONFLO® DEVICE (Page 2 of 2) 9. The ARB by granting an exemption to Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. for the "Carbonflo" device does not recommend or endorse in any way the "Carbonflo" device for emissions reduction, fuel economy, or any other purpose. IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the "Carbonflo" device is exempt from the prohibitions of VC Section 27156 for installation on 1990 and older model year gasoline and diesel powered vehicles subject to the following conditions: 1. This exemption shall not apply to any device, apparatus, or mechanism advertised, offered for sale or sold with, or installed on, a motor vehicle prior to or concurrent with transfer to an ultimate purchaser. 2. No changes are permitted to the device as described in the application for exemption. Any changes to the device, applicable model year, or other factors addressed in this order must be evaluated and approved by the ARB prior to marketing in California. © 3. Marketing of this device using an identification other than that shown in this Executive Order or marketing of this device for an application other than those listed in this Executive Order shall be prohibited unless prior approval is obtained from the ARB. Exemption of this product shall not be construed as an exemption to sell, offer for sale, or advert1se any component of the product as an individual device. . 4. Any oral or written references to this Executive Order or its content by Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd., its principals, agents, employees, distributors, dealers, or other representatives must ‘include the disclaimer that the Executive Order or the exemption it provides is not an endorsement or approval of any fuel economy or emissions reduction claims for the "Carbonflo" device and is only a finding that the device is exempt from the prohibitions of .VC Section 27156. Violation of any of the above conditions shall be grounds for revocation of this order. The order may be revoked only after ten day written notice of intention to revoke the order, in which period the holder of the order may . request in writing a hearing to contest the proposed revocation. If a hearing is requested, it shall be held within ten days of receipt of the request and the order may not be revoked until a determination after hearing that grounds for revocation exist. i7 Executed at El Monte, California, this 44 * day of March, 1990. //f///:'._/'f« /f.L K. D. Drachand, Chief _ Mobile Source Division

State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD EVALUATION OF CARBONFLO SALES AMERICA, LTD.‘S "CARBONFLO® DEVICE FROM THE PROHIBITIONS IN VEHICLE CQODE SECTION 27156 IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2222, TITLE 13, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS March 1990

EVALUATION OF CARBONFLO SALES AMERICA, LTD.‘S "CARBONFLO® DEVICE FROM THE PROHIBITIONS IN VEHICLE CODE SECTION 27156 IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2222, TITLE 13, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS by Mobile Source Division State of California Air Resources Board 9528 Telstar Avenue El Monte, CA 91731 (This report has been reviewed by the staff of the California Air Resources Board and approved for publication. Approval does not signify that the contents necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Air Resources Board, nor does mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation for use.)

SUMMARY Carbonfjo Sales America, Ltd. of P.0. Box 91237 Henderson, Nevada 89009, has applied for exemption from the prohibitions in Section 27156 of the California Vehicle Code for their "Carbonflo" device. The device is designed for installation on 1990 and older model year gasoline and diesel powered vehicles. Previously the Air Resources Board (ARB) exempted four similar devices: the "Moleculator Fuel Enérgizer“ and the "Fuel Dominator" by Internal Energy Management Corporation, the "Top Eliminator" by Top Eliminator, Inc., and the "Fuel—Cat" by Fuel—Cat, Inc. Based on the engineering evaluation of the devices and exemptions issued for the devices that operate in a manner similar to the Carbonflo device, the staff concludes that the Carbonflo device will not have any adverse effects on the exhaust emissions from gasoline and diesel powered vehicles. The staff recommends that the Carbonflo device be exempted from the prohibitions in Vehicle Code Section 27156 and that Executive Order D—199 be issued.

CONTENTS Page Number SUMMARY i CONTENTS 11 I. INTRODUCTION 1 II. CONCLUSION 1 III. RECOMMENDATION 1 IV. CE CRIPTION AND OPERA 1 ¥. ISCUSSION A PPE A. CARBONFLO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS a B. CARBONFLO DRAWING oo 11.

EVALUATION OF CARBONFLO SALES AMERICA, LTD.‘S "CARBONFLO®" DEVICE FROM THE PROHIBITIONS IN VEHICLE CODE SECTION 27156 IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2222, TITLE 13, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS I. INTRODUCTION Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. of P.0. Box 91237 Henderson, Nevada 89009, has applied for exemption from the prohibitions in Section 27156 of the California Vehicle Code for their "Carbonflo" device. The device is designed for installation on 1990 and older model year gasoline and diesel powered vehicles. The applicant submitted drawings, specifications, and testimonials of the device for our evaluation. II. CONCLUSION Previously, the Air Resources Board (ARB) exempted four similar devices: the "Moleculator Fuel Energizer" and the "Fuel Dominator" by Internal Energy Management Corporation, the "Top Eliminator" by Top Eliminator, Inc., and the "Fue]—Caf“ by Fuel—Cat, Inc. Based on the engineering evaluation of the devices and the exemptions issued to the devices that operate in a manner similar to the Carbonflo device, the staff conciudes that the Carbonflo device will not have any adverse effects on the exhaust emissions from gasoline and diesel powered vehicles. III. RECOMMENDATION The staff recommends that Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. be granted an exemption from the prohibitions in California Vehicle Code Section 27156 for their Carbonflo device and that Executive Order D—199 be issued. IV. EVICE DESCRIPTION RATIO The Carbonflo device is a cylindrical shaped cartridge containing —1—

22mm metallic "cones". The cones are comprised of tin, antimony, mercury and lead. The mercury and lead are used to hold the "cones" together and are not released into the vehicle fuel system. Cartridges are available in 6 1/2, 7 1/2, 8 1/2, 9 1/2, and 10 1/2 inch lengths. The length of the cartridge used depends on the type of vehicle and its condition. This applicability will be determined by authorized representatives of Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. The Carbonflo installation instructions and drawings are shown in Appendices A and B, respectively. Installation of the Carbonflo device will be exclusively done by authorized representatives of Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. The device is installed in series with the vehicle fuel line. According to the applicant when fuel passes through the device, molecular amounts of tin and antimony from the "cones" are released into the fuel stream. This promotes a faster chemical reaction between carbon atoms and oxygen atoms resulting in a more complete combustion. Because the fuel is used more efficiently, the applicant claims better fuel economy is obtained. The applicant also claims that this process aids in lubrication of the engine for better performance. The ARB did not perform any testing on the device to verify such claims. It is the staff‘s opinion that the technical principles underlying the stated function of the device are not capable of producing any effects on emissions, fuel economy or vehicle performance. v. DISCUSSTON Previously the ARB exempted four similar devices: the "Moleculator Fuel Energizer" and the "Fuel Dominator" by Internal Energy Management Corporation, the "Top Eliminator" by Top Eliminator, Inc., and the "Fuel— Cat" by Fuel—Cat, Inc. These devices were issued exemptions based on back— «2.

to—back CVS testing, fuel economy testing and engineering evaluation. Because of the previous exemptions issued to similar devices with the same operating principle and the fact that in order to qualify for an exemption the device must not cause an increase in exhaust emissions, the staff recommends that Carbonflo Sales America, Ltd. be granted an exemption as requested.

APPENDICES

AFPPENDIX A CARBONFLO SALES AMERICA, LTD, P.O. BOX 91237 HENDERSON, NEVADA 89009 (702)565—1126 CARBONFLO CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The Carbonflo cartridge is designed to be installed in the fuel delivery line of the vehicle. The exact location may be anywhere between the gas tank and the carburetor or injection port. Before beginning your installation, it is suggested that you make a visual check of the entire fuel line system to determine the most efficient location for the cartridge and also establish the correct size (diameter) of the fuel line and the manufacturers stated pressure of the line in the case of fuel injected engines. 1. The cartridge may be installed in any position, however, a : level or (plumbed in line) position is preferred. ty 2. It is further recommended that the cartridge be positioned ,behlnd the factory installed fuel filter. If a location in front of the ifuel filter is selected, a second filter may be installed behind the < cartridge if the vehicle owner so desires. i. 3. Having determined the location desired, insert the appropriate ttlngs into each end of the cartridge (ribbed, compression, or flared) ;tighten fitting sufficient for a leak proof joint. Measure the overall length of the cartridge and then measure, cut and remove the ‘ appropriate length of fuel line. i 4. Secure each end of the cartridge fittings to the fuel line gain assuring a leak proof joint on each end. Note: check to see that the: Carbonflo decal on one side of the cartridge is clearly visible for inspection after installation has been completed. | 5. Attach the cartridge to the surface selected using two each standard 1" diameter pipe clamps or auto industry approved mounting devices as required. 2 6. Start the vehicle and allow the engine to run long enough to ‘‘determine, by a visual check of the cartridge connections, that no leaks are cbserved. CBUTIO“S: : Do not mount cartridge near exhaust system or in close proximity of the ‘catalytic converter. Do not mount the cartridge in a location where it may be damaged by road hazards (rocks, sticks ,"chuck holes", etc.) Do not allow <the fuel line only to support the cartridge after nstallation. CARBONFLO — flDRE POWER — LESS FUFL

& ,rCarbonflc&Sales&llezlca.:Ltd. _ t T January 29, 1990 [ P.Os Boxs91237°® Hendersony Nevada 89009‘ (702)) 565—1126 _ Carbonflo cartridge drawing Drawing Scale = Actual Size 1" male X 4" female steel bushing epoxy or welded in place wire screen attached with epoxy _1 CARBONFLO— Cones g XIINIIIY im / C= MORE POWER — LESS FUEL * CONES MADE IN ENGLAND \ /_"CARR E.Q.. D—XX." Zj} Ea. Labels — Opposite sides Brass fitting — Size as required Use of flared,compression, or ribbed fitting as desired. NOTES: 1. Exterior surfaces of cartridge shall be primed and painted. (Exterior industrial grade paint) cones as follows: 2. Length of cartridge, excluding fittings, shall determine number of 64" long cartridge (as shown) contains 8 cones. -4“%¢ 74" = 10 cones —— fi,fig B4" = 12 cones 94 = 14 cones 104" = 16 cones

(Page 1 of 2) State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD EXECUTIVE ORDER D—200—9 Relating to Exemptions Under Section 27156 of the ¥ehicle Code DOUG THORLEY HEADERS, INC. EXHAUST HEADERS {PIN‘S 106Y, 106Y¥—5, 114¥, 114¥—$, 153 AND 1§3—5) Pursuant to the authority vested in the Air Resources Board by Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code; and Pursuant to the authority vested in the undersigned by Sections 39§51§ and 39516 of the Health and Safety Code and Executive Order §—45—5; IT IS ORDERED AND RESOLYED: That the installation of the Doug Thorley exhaust header part nos. 106Y, 106¥—$, 114¢, 114Y—$, 153 and 1§53—3 manufactured by Doug Thorley Headers, Inc. of 1561 Commerce Street, Corona, CA 91720, has been found not to reduce the effectiveness of the applicable vehicle pollution control system and, therefore, is exempt from the prohibitions of Section 27156 of the Yehicle Code for the following non— feedback vehicle applications: Exhaust Header P/MN 106¥ {non—AIR) and P/N 106Y—S (AIR) 1975—1981 model—year Plymouth/Dodgs van equipped with a 273—360 CID engine Exhaust Header P/N 114¥ {non—AIR) and P/N 114¥—S (AIR) 1975—1981 model—year Dodge Ramcharger, Dodge pickup and Plymouth Trail Duster equipped with a 273—360 CID engine Exhaust Header P/N 153 (non—AIR) and P/N 153—S (AIR) 1975—1976 model—year Dodge Dart and Plymouth Valiant/Scamp equipped with a 273—360 CID engine 1976—1979 model—year Dodge Aspen/Diplomat and Plymouth Yolare equipped with a 273—360 CIO engine This Executive Order is valid provided that installation instructions for tbese headers will not recommend tuning the vehicle to specifications different from those submitted by Doug Thorley Headers, Inc. Changes made to the design or operating conditions of these exhaust headers, as exempt by the Air Resources Board, which adversely affect the performance 8fda vehicle‘s pollution control system shall invalidate this Executive rder .

d DOUG THORLEY HEADERS, INC. EXECUTIVE ORDER D—200—93 EXHAUST HEADERS (Page 2 of 2) Marketing of these exhaust headers using any identification other than that shown in this Executive Order or marketing of these exhaust headers for an application other than those listed in this Executive Order shall be prohibited unless prior approval is obtained from the Air Resources Board. Exemption of these exhaust headers shall not be construed as exemption to sell, offer for sale, or advertise any component of the kit as an individual device. This Executive Order does not constitute any opinion as to the effect the use of these exhaust headers may have on any warranty e1ther expressed or implied by the vehicle manufacturer. THIS EXECUTIVE ORDER DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CERTIFICATION, ACCREDITATION, APPROYAL, OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF ENDORSEMENT BY THE AIR RESOURCES BOARD OFf CLAIMS OF THE APPLICANT CONCERNING ANTI—POLLUTION BENEFITS OR ANY ALLEGED BENEFITS OF DOUG THORLEY HEADERS, INC.‘S EXHAUST HEADER PART NOS. 106¥, 106Y¥—S, 114Y¥, 114Y—$, 153 AND 153—5. No claim of any kind, such as "Approved by the Air Resources Board" may be made with respect to the action taken herein in any advertising or other oral or written communication. Violation of any of the above conditiohs shall be grounds for .r:leyocaticn of this order. The order may be revoked only after ten day ritten notice of intention to revoke the order, in which period the holder of the order may request in writing a hearing to contest the proposed revocation. If a hearing is requested, it shall be held within ten days of receipt of the request and the order may not be revoked until a determination after hearing that grounds for revocation exist. Executed at E1 Monte, California, this £<§S7Lgfi_-of November, 1991. RS 8. Summerfield Assistant Division Chief Mobile Source Division


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