Removal of Air Pump?

[CharlieP]

Hi all....
 Please can you tell me if the air pump can be removed from a fairly standard twin set-up?
 I\'m planning on removing the cat and having it mapped, and would like to remove the air pump...since from what I know so far it\'s only really for emissions!?
 
Thanks
 Charlie

[N777CK T]

correct. the only reason for the air pump is to reduce emissions.
are you doing this to save weight? it could be a problem for you come MOT time if you have to put it back on...

[CharlieP]

Well yes really....and heard that when it\'s removed popping and banging (from exhaust) is reduced or even cut out?
 
I know a RX7 friendly MOT place so should be ok on that front