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Post by buzzliteyear on May 12, 2020 20:06:48 GMT 12
Hi,
I have a couple of ideas milling around
A: Can I fit a Carburettor Chevy V8 into my NZ 2007 4x4 that has a CRi diesel turbo both with the same power but different fuels ?
B: Would prefer the Chevy to be dedicated lpg taking out the diesel tank like the falcon BA. is there any problem there ?
Cheers Heaps
Brett
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Post by Chris on May 13, 2020 9:34:49 GMT 12
Hi, I have a couple of ideas milling around A: Can I fit a Carburettor Chevy V8 into my NZ 2007 4x4 that has a CRi diesel turbo both with the same power but different fuels ? B: Would prefer the Chevy to be dedicated lpg taking out the diesel tank like the falcon BA. is there any problem there ? Cheers Heaps Brett Hi Brett Yes you can, it would need to be LVV certified and meet all applicable requirements. It could be run on LPG, providing the fuel system is able to be certified by an alternative fuels certifier. This is separate from an LVV modification certification. Cheers Chris |
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Post by buzzliteyear on May 13, 2020 10:44:04 GMT 12
Thanks Chris, So running the Carby engine to start with is fine even being in later model Vehicle 2007
there is no emission standard it has to comply to in NZ with this repower, apart from the normal no smoke etc......
do you have a link to my LVV requirements in regards to the repower ?
Cheers
Brett
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Post by Chris on May 13, 2020 12:34:06 GMT 12
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Post by buzzliteyear on May 13, 2020 20:38:59 GMT 12
Hi Chris, have read exhaust pdf, just a couple of points
Section 2.5 Catalytic converters
is required to have its exhaust gases directed through one or more catalytic converters, if:
(a) the vehicle was manufactured after 1 January 1990; and
(b) the vehicle was first registered in New Zealand after 1 May 2010; and
(c) the retro-fitted engine was originally manufactured in either:
(i) the United States of America on or after 1 January 1975; or
Where it says "and" at the end of (a) and (b) does that mean if your vehicle does not apply to one you do not need a Catalytic converters ?
But if you do need (c) steps in and means if your engine was made in USA before 1975 then you do not need a Catalytic converters ?
is that correct
how do I go to Advance reply to you and post the highlight points in Bold etc
Cheers
Brett
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Post by Todd on May 18, 2020 10:01:12 GMT 12
Hi Brett,
Chris is away today.
The intention of the wording is that your proposed combination should be fitted with a Cat Converter. The good thing is, there are many high-performance Cats available now, so it shouldn't cause any performance issues.
You can add bold/coloured text when making a new post by selecting the icons that pop up at the top of the reply box.
If need be, feel free to email tech@lvvta.org.nz for any clarification or assistance.
Hope that helps.
Todd
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Post by buzzliteyear on May 20, 2020 18:35:51 GMT 12
Hi Todd, I have no icons or advanced reply page/link showing....just quick reply.....is this a bug with firefox ?
So if I use a pre 1975 USA engine as stated above I do not need a Cat converter..... Is that correct ?
I appreciate the free advice on here ..... every 200 bucks I can save like a Cat converter will help the build so I would prefer building around needing extra parts
cheers
Brett
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Post by Chris on May 21, 2020 8:06:24 GMT 12
Hi Buzz If you type in the box below and click Quick Reply, it will post the text as the plain default but if you click Quote or Reply then it will take you to the full post editor mode. See picture below for where these buttons are.  Regarding the catalytic converter question - follow this flowchart to answer your question. If the image below does not magnify large enough then you can find it on the last page of the Emissions Standard as included in my second post above.  Cheers Chris |
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Post by buzzliteyear on May 21, 2020 15:42:28 GMT 12
Hi Chris, Awesome thanks that works,
About the chart I missed the Appendix 1 flowChat at the very end.......in my case vehicle 2006 .....so no I dont need a catalytic converter
Cheers
Brett
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Post by buzzliteyear on Oct 20, 2021 18:03:40 GMT 12
Hi, Another question regarding the drive train, Am i able to remove the front CV Axle from both sides
and the front diff housing turning it into a 2WD
regards
Brett
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Post by Chris on Oct 21, 2021 7:23:44 GMT 12
Yes you can convert a vehicle from 4WD to 2WD and it would need to be certified.
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Post by buzzliteyear on Oct 27, 2021 18:14:38 GMT 12
Thanks Chris, Would it matter if the chassis was de registered ? does a de registered vehicle have notes against it in regards to
why it was taken off the road.....say accident damage ? but lets say it was panel damage could chassis still be used etc?
Cheers
Brett
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Post by Chris on Oct 28, 2021 8:09:51 GMT 12
The vehicle will need to be on the NZ fleet with a VIN to be certified, but as to whether your vehicle is able to be put into the NZ fleet is a question best asked of an entry certifier. (VTNZ/AA/VINZ etc)
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