Do you know the CA law on swapping motors?, smog Options

[computers4kids]

If you do a conversion to a 76 car in CA, which requires smog checks do you know how the law works in regards to smog? As I recall there's some fine print if the motor is newer or older than than car it's going in (76)?? I still need to talk to the DMV for their version, but I always like to know the answers to my questions before I ask them. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
Thanks

[Cap'n Krusty]

Close. I believe the rule is the emissions equipment goes with the engine or the car, whichever is newer. In effect, that basically prevents you from using an engine earlier than the car. The Cap'n, BTDT

[EdwardBlume]

Close. I believe the rule is the emissions equipment goes with the engine or the car, whichever is newer. In effect, that basically prevents you from using an engine earlier than the car. The Cap'n, BTDT

This IS true if you do it the right way AND the inspection people know / care. Reasonable (and sometimes unreasonable) things get by. Also, I believe once a year 500 exemptions are passed out in Sac for non-passing unoriginal cars (a friend of mine had a Cobra kit car exempted) but bring your sleeping bag.

Lastly, I think what the '76 owner wants to do is bypass smog and enjoy the car. '76 cars currently require CA smog. There's no way around it. The best you can do is fix the pump, give it a shot, and work within the process. Talk with Rich at HPH too. He may have some advice.