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Posted by Black88TTop (Member # 3032) on :
 
Hi All,

I'm a newbie to the board and am thinking about installing a new GT 40 crate motor (345BHP) from Ford Racing. I'm very worried I won't pass smog.

Background:
- Bone Stock 88 5.0 Mustang
- will buy GT 40 crate motor
- will buy GT 40 upper and lower intake
- will convert to mass air
- will buy Ford Racing shorties
- will keep stock H-pipe, smog equipment, and after cat exhaust

--> Also, I don't know any smog shops that work with / are familiar with modified mustangs, so will be walking in cold off the street to a random smog shop to get smogged.

Should I worry? Will I pass smog?

Thanks!

Ed
 
Posted by 1990GT50 (Member # 2119) on :
 
the GT-40 will pass with the e-303 cam but im not sure about the others. The advertised rwhp is actually flywheel hp and maby even a little less.
 
Posted by Blu50Stang (Member # 489) on :
 
It shouldn't have a problem passing.
 
Posted by Red95PonyGirl (Member # 3027) on :
 
There's got to be about 100 smog shops in santa clara....you have friends with stangs dont you? ask them where they get their cars smogged.
 
Posted by Wolfie351 (Member # 651) on :
 
It'll pass, no problem
 
Posted by mustanggt5091 (Member # 444) on :
 
with flying colors [patriot]
 
Posted by 91sleeper (Member # 779) on :
 
It'll pass fine as long as you have the e cam in there.
 
Posted by Black88TTop (Member # 3032) on :
 
Thanks everyone for responding. It's greatly appreciated.

Ed
 
Posted by iron281 (Member # 80) on :
 
It ain't gonna get any easier, that's for damn sure. Coming soon, you'll have your chance for dyno time, except it ain't for measuring horsepower !

http://www.geocities.com/smogrfg/smog/smogcheck2.html

What is Smog Check II?

Smog Check II is an enhanced version of the current vehicle-emissions inspection program. It is operating in the areas of the state with the dirtiest air. Frequently asked questions include:

When does Smog Check II start?

The program is operating now. Most of Smog Check II is being phased in. The major provisions took effect in the summer 1998. Some portions of the program have yet to be implemented.

How does it work?

Smog Check II requires most 1975 and newer vehicles to be tested every other year (new vehicles are also exempted until their fifth year). Eighty-five percent of vehicles go to neighborhood smog check facilities for testing and repairs, while 15 percent must go to designated test-only centers. These vehicles include:
· High-mileage fleet vehicles
· "Gross polluters" and other potential high-polluting vehicles
· Two-percent random sample of all covered vehicles

Is the test different?

Smog Check II uses a new dynamometer test that more accurately measures emissions by duplicating some driving conditions. It measures three pollutants: oxides of nitrogen (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrocarbons (HC). Vehicles will also be subject to an additional test to make sure the evaporative system is operating properly.

Are emission standards stricter?

Emission standards are still based on those in effect in the vehicle's year of manufacture. New cars must still meet more stringent standards than old cars.

How likely am I to fail?

State officials estimate that 30 percent of all vehicles tested will fail, due to the more accurate and representative test. Without a pre-test, 18 percent of all vehicles tested failed under the old program.

What happens if I fail?

To be registered, failing vehicles must be repaired to meet the standards applicable to the vehicle. They may also be stored or otherwise lawfully disposed of. Eventually motorists will be able to sell their failing vehicles to the state under the "buy-back" provisions of the program. A subsidy program to assist low-income owners of failing vehicles is being developed.

[ July 08, 2003, 08:24 AM: Message edited by: iron281 ]
 




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