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Old 12-08-2012, 10:24 AM   #7 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by nbleak21 View Post
I look forward to this build.
Thanks! Me too

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Originally Posted by arcosine View Post
A TDI would fit easier into a CRX. In my state such a swap in to a 1996 or newer car would not pass the OBD II emissions test, thus could no be licensed.
Yes our original goal was to put the engine into an EG Civic hatchback. But then I decided to just go for it and go to the lighter weight, more aerodynamic Insight. There are ways around the emissions testing in just about every state. In my state (Arizona) I can register the car as a "modified" vehicle, put collectors insurance on it, and then it's exempt from emissions. I have my Lotus Exige registered this way because the OBDII readers at the emissions place can't talk to my European ECU

I'm obviously not condoning skipping out on emissions regulations (especially on a forum like this!!) but there are times when they simply don't make sense. I plan to have all emissions equipment functioning as intended on the Honda TDI. We plan to have the OBD II working so we can use a VAG-com on the car as well...
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