Sound Law Question

Chuck · 05-24-2005, 07:37 AM

Does anyone know where you can get each states sound law requirements on the web? I've been searching around, and I'm only finding other powerboaters tales of woe

otis311 · 05-24-2005, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck

Does anyone know where you can get each states sound law requirements on the web? I've been searching around, and I'm only finding other powerboaters tales of woe

Chuck, I believe they posted all the states requirements in the Feb or March issue of HotBoat Mag. Ive got a copy if you need it

Chuck · 05-24-2005, 08:16 AM

thanks Bob. off the subject. I just got off the phone and got another round of excuses. Something better happen today or I'm going to take some sort of action!!!!!

otis311 · 05-24-2005, 08:54 AM

Unbelievable. Ill call you in a bit to hear the story

EvilTwin · 05-24-2005, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck

thanks Bob. off the subject. I just got off the phone and got another round of excuses. Something better happen today or I'm going to take some sort of action!!!!!

Sorry to hear that Chuck. I was looking forward to seeing it this past weekend. Good luck for a speedy delivery!!!

tiufb · 05-24-2005, 06:07 PM

It was the March issue. If you need info for a specific state, let me know and I'll post it.

otis311 · 05-24-2005, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by tiufb

It was the March issue. If you need info for a specific state, let me know and I'll post it.

NY

East Coast B · 05-24-2005, 06:17 PM

Pa.

FOUNTAINATLAST · 05-24-2005, 06:21 PM

New York:
Maximum Decibel Level 90 dB using J-2005 stationary test 75dB using shoreline test
Mufflers required? YES
Switchable exhaust Legal? NO

Additional info 518-474-0456

RollWithIt · 05-24-2005, 06:21 PM

Straight from the PA Fish and Boat Commision Website

NOISE RESTRICTIONS AND MUFFLING DEVICES
It is illegal for a boat to be so loud that it is an extraordinary annoyance or distraction to persons in the vicinity of the that boat." Boat motors must be equipped with an efficient muffling system or device in good working order. Most boats and motors that come directly from the manufacturer are adequately muffled. Boat exhaust systems may not be modified in any manner that will reduce or eliminate the effectiveness of the muffler or muffler system. Cut-outs (muffler bypasses) are illegal in Pennsylvania. Boats without a muffler or muffling system must be backfitted before being operated.