Before I forget I wanted to document the precess of gettign a tag. It took 8 visits to Gov't offices but that is because many time I didn't have the right paperwork.
First I chose Anpac insurance, they had 2 employees around DFW, but they required an inspection. They were slightly cheaper than grundy if i insured for 2 years +. Also, I've got an appraisal in a pinch. I used dallas auto appraisers but they have office in 40 cities in the U.S.
Toll Free:
1-877-845-2368.
Then I could "tow" the SLC to the FT. Worth inspection office for a VTR68A. This may differ by state but they want to make sure it's not stolen. this is where i recommend pounding a serial number on the SLC that corresponds to something officail looking form RCR. They also want to see a s/n on the block and match it to paperwork form where you bought the engine.
Then it's off to the DOT to get a VIN assigned. I was considering pounding a phony VIN on the SLC and im glad i ddin't UHHH, a federal offense.
Then it's off to TX DPS to get a 1 time use permit to get the car inspected. MANY companied shy away from inspecting a 2010 model car as it should come from the factory with 1. i had to take it to a several places and twist a few arms. I did have all saftey devices for TX except a separate emergency brake system. i had a line lock on my primary brake system but they let it slide. Dallas has emmisions inspection, so i put a charcoal canister for fuel vent but the chevy crate engine ECU's have the canister evacuation functionality deleted. BTW just the canister helps cut gas fumes in your garage too. Anyway, i passed and won't have to worry about it for 2 years.
Then it's to DPS with pictures of the car, receipts for frame/engine, the TEX VIN and the inspections cert and voila, TAG, I'm legal, HA. 1 year and 2 months. I lost a bet that I'd have it on the road in 1 year flat, but... close.