>1) Will a car fail because it has been modified (or the test authority suspects
>it has).
>and :-
>2) Are the testing requirements retrospective. If so what requirements are
>there relative to a vehicles age.
>
>If I have an MG TA (or Ford model A) based Hot Rod with a 350 Chevy on the
>front and I try to get it smog tested will the staff a the test station polite
>explain the it will never pass because its modified? Or is there some leeway in
>the regulations?
It would probably fail if it were tested, but a friend of mine in the
California Highway Patrol has assured me that any car built before 1965 no
longer requires any testing -- either on a regular basis or upon transfer
of ownership (sale). Up until a year ago or so a one-time test was
required when you first bought the car, but that has been lifted.
So, if you have a TA or Ford Model A with Chevy 350s, there should be no
problem because there should be no inspection. Tell 'em Dale said so...
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Stan Fickes
Holder of Past Knowledge If you want safe speed--buy safe speed--xx.
Wireless Communications 1951 xxTD, under restoration
Apple Computer, Inc. 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite, daily commuter
(408) 974-7653 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air StWgn, wife's car
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