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Dr_Tweak

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So, new EPA regulations no longer allow front clips to be imported. It's engine sets only from here on out. Make sure you get everything you need for the swap when you get one

-Doc

-Dr Tweak, 6GC's resident engine swap wiring expert extraordinaireClick here to see my swapsdrtweak@phoenixtuning.com

phattyduck

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So, new EPA regulations no longer allow front clips to be imported. It's engine sets only from here on out. Make sure you get everything you need for the swap when you get one

-Doc

Ugh... Seriously? Do you have a link to a story or the new regulation?

-Charlie

2003 Subaru WRX Wagon1989 Camry Alltrac LE 3S-GTE - SV25/ST205 hybrid1988 Camry Alltrac LE - BEAMS swap started

99GT

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Damn it. I'm getting a civic now!

bccentaur3

#4

Wow, Doc you serious? This sucks man. So for us future swappers we are basically screwed? Looks I'm going to have to go the 5sfte route now.

98 Celica gt red- totaled deer94 Celica st black DD (bad weather beater)- totaled deer95 Celica gt silver- chassis sold88 Celica All-Trac (Burned to a crisp)94 Celica gt white (sold)In need of a rust free chassis!!!!

lagos

#5

thats terrible if its true.

15PSI - 30MPG - Megasquirt Tuned

bccentaur3

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Damn it. I'm getting a civic now!

LOL

Why would you do such a thing. I'd rather drive a non modded celica over anything civic any day.

98 Celica gt red- totaled deer94 Celica st black DD (bad weather beater)- totaled deer95 Celica gt silver- chassis sold88 Celica All-Trac (Burned to a crisp)94 Celica gt white (sold)In need of a rust free chassis!!!!

95celgt

#7

dam!....now i can never make a RHD Celica

...Stupid EPA needs to quit focusing on on trivial stuff and focus on real issues...

njccmd2002

#8

Wow All this suckx

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jgreening

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Do you have a link to a story or the new regulation?

+1 ?

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lx130

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http://www.epa.gov/otaq/imports/quiktext.htm

found this^^^

'95 Celica ST Coupe. Love it.

Dr_Tweak

#11

I haven't seen any info from the EPA but this information comes directly from my friend Mike at Jarco. They are experts in importing so I'm sure he knows what he's talking about.

It's not really a big deal as long as you are dealing with a good importer and you know what questions to ask. We never got front clips even when we could get them. Just print out the list of everything to get and you'll be all set. Jarco is one importer that's extremely good about this... even though you aren't going to get the sheetmetal of the front clip, you're basically going to have everything that you would have if you did!

-Doc

-Dr Tweak, 6GC's resident engine swap wiring expert extraordinaireClick here to see my swapsdrtweak@phoenixtuning.com

xs94st

#12

dammit. i hate america. lol

Pandelica 2.0 in progress.

MaskedMan

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> So, new EPA regulations no longer allow front clips to be imported. It's engine sets only from here on out. Make sure you get everything you need for the swap when you get one

-Doc

Ah HA! You said FRONT clips! Which means I can still ship over an MR2 3sgte REAR clip!

Silver94CelicaOwner

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> So, new EPA regulations no longer allow front clips to be imported. It's engine sets only from here on out. Make sure you get everything you need for the swap when you get one

-Doc

Ah HA! You said FRONT clips! Which means I can still ship over an MR2 3sgte REAR clip!

pwn3d!!

If this really is the case, it isn't a huge deal. It will however force people to shop smarter when looking for an engine set and make sure that they have everything they might need for the swap before buying.

I bought my 3rd gen as an engine set, and before I bought it I made sure it had EVERYTHING. Sure enough, it had every last part that I needed and then some. I even had the VIN plate, airbox resonator and piping, front axles, and so forth.

My word of advice to future swappers - take your time, buy smart, and plan for the worst case scenario ahead of time.

3rd gen ST205 3SGTE - Alive and boosting.

Dr_Tweak

#15

Yeah well said. And quite frankly, even if you are missing something, finding the right part isn't a big deal. Heck, we actually had 3SGTEs here in the US. Not as much can be said for some parts on 4EFTE, 4AGE 20v, or 4AGZE engines.

-Doc

-Dr Tweak, 6GC's resident engine swap wiring expert extraordinaireClick here to see my swapsdrtweak@phoenixtuning.com

playr158

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"B. (2) Engine not in Vehicle or Chassis

EPA regulates the entire vehicle, not individual parts, for cars, light trucks, and motorcycles. If an engine is not installed, and is to be used in a car, motorcycle, or light truck, it may be imported as an automotive part. No approval or Customs bond is required by EPA. Importers should be aware, however, that replacement of an engine in a U.S. version vehicle with an engine of a different type or model year which is not currently covered by an EPA certificate or will be covered by an EPA certificate prior to introduction into commerce may violateEPA regulations.

To import an engine for use in a car, light truck or motorcycle, the importer must file with U.S. Customs, upon entry, an EPA Form 3520-1 and declare code "W" on that form.

For a "heavy" vehicle or "heavy" truck, EPA regulates the engine, whether or not it is installed. EPA considers a vehicle or truck as "heavy" if it has a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 8,500 pounds, or a curb weight of more than 6,000 pounds. To be imported, such an engine must be either excluded, exempted, covered by an EPA certificate of conformity, or imported by an independent commercial importer."

either that isn't the up-to-date article or you are wrong.

This post has been edited by playr158: Nov 12, 2007 - 2:26 PM

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