Sleeper Miata

[RevHard6]

Thought this was pretty cool..
http://miata.cardomain.com/id/jb3452

[T34418L31]

yea its like those monster miatas down here in esco and oceanside..guy stuffed a few miatas with 5.0l motors..he got arrested for somethin dont remember..but those things are burly

[Racer_X]

there are a few of those miatas in Sac... they sell them in the auto trader... and they pass smog tooo.... crazy, eh...

[bettaproger]

and they pass smog tooo.... crazy, eh...

aint hard to make a motor pass smog, but damm thats kool.



can i fit a 302 in my taco?

[daveds50]

yea its like those monster miatas down here in esco and oceanside..guy stuffed a few miatas with 5.0l motors..he got arrested for somethin dont remember..but those things are burly

yes, Monster Miata. 5.0 from an early 90's mustang. unfortunatly they had to use the ford 8.8 inch solid axel rear end that was shortend... the cars did not handle nearly as good as a stock Miata.
we saw about 15 Monster Miatas at the "Miata at the Ranch" event in Solvang, CA about 6 years ago. about 2000 Miatas from all across the USA. we were there in our SCCA CSP Miata, just for the autocross. which both me and my wife won.
one of the prizes for winning, was a Monster Miata T-Shirt, which i still have.
dave

[ToY_SpD]

aint hard to make a motor pass smog, but damm thats kool.



can i fit a 302 in my taco?

this is form the California dmv somg site.

Engine Replacement and Rebuilding Guidelines


Overview
Engine changes continue to present problems and challenges to car owners and technicians. Here are some tips to keep you and your customers on the straight and narrow.

Our recommendation is to rebuild and reinstall the original engine, transmission, and emission control configuration.

When rebuilding an engine, it must be rebuilt to the original equipment specifications. However, if you do decide to change the engine, these guidelines must be observed to ensure that the vehicle will be eligible for smog certification or registration.

Remember, these are guidelines for performing engine changes -- not certification procedures. All exhaust emission controlled vehicles with engine changes must be inspected by an official referee station and must have a Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Vehicle Identification Label affixed to the doorpost.

Remember also, state and federal anti-tampering laws generally prohibit any modification to the vehicle's original emission control system configuration as certified by the manufacturer. And, Section 3362.1 of the California Code of Regulations prohibits any engine change that degrades the effectiveness of a vehicle's emission control system.

California Certification
A federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certified (federal or 49-state) engine cannot be used in a vehicle that was originally certified for California.

Certification Standards
Make sure the engine and emission control configuration on exhaust - controlled vehicles are certified to the year of the vehicle or newer, and to the same or a more stringent new vehicle certification standard.

Classification
Don't mix engine and vehicle classifications which will degrade the emissions certification standards. For example, a heavy-duty engine cannot be installed in a light-duty exhaust-controlled chassis even if they have the same displacement. Non-emissions controlled power plants such as industrial or off-road-use-only engines may not be placed in any exhaust-controlled vehicle.

Computer Controls
If a computer-controlled engine is installed in a non-computerized vehicle, the "CHECK ENGINE" light, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) diagnostic link, and all sensors, switches, and wiring harnesses needed to make the system fully functional must also be installed.

Emission Control Configuration
Mixing and matching emission control system components could cause problems and is generally not allowed. Engine and emission control systems must be in an engine-chassis configuration certified by the California Air Resources Board (ARB) or U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The engine must meet or exceed the requirements for the year and class of vehicle in which it is installed.

Emission Warranty
Voiding the vehicle manufacturer's emission warranty is not allowed.

Engine Modifications
No internal or external engine modifications (cams, pistons, intakes, etc.) may be performed unless the parts are ARB-exempted or EPA-certified for use in the installed engine. Use the database on this site to search for aftermarket parts covered by ARB Executive Orders.

Original Equipment
The installed engine and host chassis must retain all of their original emission control equipment. Diesel-to-gasoline conversions must have all gasoline engine and chassis emission control systems installed (such as fillpipe restrictor, catalytic converter and evaporative emission system).

Smog Inspection
These vehicles must pass a complete smog inspection (visual, functional, and tailpipe).

i had anotther site that had what year and stuff but i can find it, it stated that u can swap out a same year or newer motor as long as you keep all the smog equipment and retain everything as it was in the donor car, so for example i can drop in any 94 and up motor and be legal as long as i take it to a reffery and get a certification and a sticker for the car..... anyone have that site in there fav. section........... a v-8 pretaco in so cal would be nice.....

[George4drV6]

This is the ultimate sleeper.

Ford Focus with a Cobra engine, over 500 hp and a 6 speed tranny and independent rear suspension. Looks totally stock even with stock exhaust exits in the back.

Check it out here

[ToY_SpD]

This is the ultimate sleeper.

Ford Focus with a Cobra engine, over 500 hp and a 6 speed tranny and independent rear suspension. Looks totally stock even with stock exhaust exits in the back.

Check it out here

i would rather drop a fully built 2jz gte in my toy than drop "" $69,500 + doner Focus "" and i would still have money left over and the relyability of a toyota 2jz under hood.