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Elwood, Melb
Registered:
August 2003
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Re: Engine number swap
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Sun, 25 April 2004 08:51
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Alright so a mod plate is sort of like an engineers cert. Though from what i've read in the Vehicle Standands Information it states.
Engine Changes
-An engine or transmission change where the replacement is of the same model, type & capacity as one fitted to a vechile of that model as original equipment; or
-An engine or transmission offered as an option for that model by the manufacturer of the vehicle provided both the modification and assessment are carried out in accordance with the guidelines contained in this information sheet.
Replacement Engines
An engine which is of a type offered by the manufacturer as an option for that vehicle may be fitted provided that:-
-All other related components including structure, suspension, brakes etc., are equivalent to those fitted to a vehicle of the same model supplied with that engine type as optional original equipment by the manufacturer, and
-Acceptable evidence is supplied which certifies that these components are fitted in accordance with factory methods and the vehicle in its modified form is safe and complies with the applicable regulations for that model vehicle.
An engine which is not of the same type as offered by the manufacturer of the vehicle as original, but is similar in power, weight and emission standards to that of the original engine, may be fitted to such a vehicle. If alteration to the vehicle's frame or structure is involved and specially fabricated supports or structures are used an Approval Certificate must be supplied.
Where it is intended to fit an engine which is significantly different from that offered by the manufacturer as original or an option, (e.g. four to six cylinder or six to eight cylinder), then an Approval Certificate is required as evidence that the vehicle in its modified form is safe and meets all the applicable construction and emission regulations for that model. It is recommended that a VASS signatory is consulted before commencement of this type of modification.
Does this then mean if i get a mod plate I'll be all sweet.
[Updated on: Sun, 25 April 2004 09:00]
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