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Doc Watson · 02-07-08, 04:42 PM

The engine age will have a bearing on the emissions test required... if its older than 1972 (i think..might be 75) then only a visible smoke test is required, the younger the engine age the more strict the emissions test. SVA says you can use 1 used item in a car, im using the engine block for the smoke test so all other parts must be new. It depends on how you define new I suppose, and its the gearbox that will probably be the only other 'used' component. If you buy a gearbox and it has been 'reconditioned' to a 'as new' standard then you should be fine... I've heard of people doing this but it could be a concern as it seems all SVA testers are different. I'm going to buy a new ZF-2 for my car so its not an issue for me.

Have you bought the gearbox yet? is the receipt from a suppliers who sells new gearboxes? also what kit will you buy? and why use the mustang front end?

Andy

02-07-08, 04:42 PM	#12 (permalink)
Doc Watson Doc Watson 5 Tenths Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Devon, UK GT40: Replica Mk I Posts: 515 Rep Power: 10	Re: Whats the deal with age related plates? The engine age will have a bearing on the emissions test required... if its older than 1972 (i think..might be 75) then only a visible smoke test is required, the younger the engine age the more strict the emissions test. SVA says you can use 1 used item in a car, im using the engine block for the smoke test so all other parts must be new. It depends on how you define new I suppose, and its the gearbox that will probably be the only other 'used' component. If you buy a gearbox and it has been 'reconditioned' to a 'as new' standard then you should be fine... I've heard of people doing this but it could be a concern as it seems all SVA testers are different. I'm going to buy a new ZF-2 for my car so its not an issue for me. Have you bought the gearbox yet? is the receipt from a suppliers who sells new gearboxes? also what kit will you buy? and why use the mustang front end? Andy __________________ replica mono chassis original rear clip 1966 289 48IDA's This month its going to be red 'This car you have to be measured for...' Last edited by Doc Watson; 02-07-08 at 04:48 PM.