I'm guessing you're the guy I sold them to. Thanks for buying, I've been having phone problems so sorry if I missed any txt. After realizing you live in cali I wouldn't recommend removing the CC unless you dont plan on smogging or because track car. I only removed mine because the new BA Z1 sidemounts were too big... but the ones I sold to you fit just fine withought removing the CC. I would recommend finding a smaller CC if you want the extra space/airflow behind the intercooler.