CSX 4000 Series vs. SPF

[Archrms]

Maxom,
You didn't mention what state you are located in. I too looked at the Genesis 427 motor. It is marketed as a reproduction block with a vintage date stamp. However, the registration in my state is very strict, and I could find no precedence for someone getiing one of these blocks through inspection. I didn't want to spend the big bucks for an engine I could not get through inspection, so I opted for an original block with authentic stamps and codes.

I would definitely check with your state DMV to see what you have to do to get both engines through inspection. It may make your choice easier if you find a problem with getting one or the other through inspection.

Better to do your reseach now, then to be caught trying to make your engine legal after you purchase it.

[Don]

Having experienced the emissions, inspection and registration process in CT, Archrms has an excellent point. In addition to the emissions test, if there is one, also look at the entire inspection/registration procedure specifically for kit cars and replicas, i.e. no surprises.

Fortunately, for the approx 325 kit cars/replicas and future registrations, CT has exempted as of July 1 the emissions test, but all other requirments remain. Had this not happened, more than likely the new emission standards for kit cars/replicas would have prevented many new registrations, especially for highly modified engines and the block date would not have applied.