questions about ADR's

ferociousfish · #1 (**permalink**) 06-14-2006, 05:26 AM

Hey everyone.Just wanted to clear up a bit lof confusion I have. I understand that in the last few years a couple of the states have changed the rules and will no longer allow early model carbed engines in cars yet to be built. Is there a chance that these law will eventually become retrospective, and my Coba with a 302 will be be legally unroadworthy? Also do these laws affect if I sell the car the new owner has to reregister it? Of course the only reason I would consider selling it would be to buy another cobra. Mine has cosmetic side pipes and would love to get them active (illegal, I know...) but the frame in my DRB is in the way. (If anyone has any ideas on a way around this please let me know)
Cheers Dave

Ps Thanks for everyone's help on the heated seats. I have ordered a pair from Cobra Heat in the US and am awaiting delivery. I will let you know what they are like when fitted. Looking forward to keeping the top off on those chilly winter nights.

Rebel1 · #2 (**permalink**) 06-14-2006, 06:29 AM

Hey FF, please dont forget to tell us about the seat heaters when you get em working.

Reason I ask......I've been looking for a ferociousfish ... ermmm ... guinea pig to try em before I get em.

Cheers

400TT · #3 (**permalink**) 06-14-2006, 07:19 AM

No one can say 100% that your Cobra will always be able to be registered...

In saying that I seriously doubt that you will ever have a problem with continuing to register that vehicle. As long as you don't let the registration lapse you will be fine. Same story with transferring registration to a new owner, will be no problem at all. Historically QLD Transport have not made any changes retrospectively, that would also apply Aus wide.

So I wouldn't worry.

Without any chassis modifications you can always run the exhausts out the side just in front of the footwells, they will exit just through the rear edge of the front guards(raised section). Doesn't look too bad, just keep the primary size down and keep them tight. Pipes line up with the edge of the guard, so no problems with wheel/tyre clearance.

With the seat warmers, you really believe in variety with your questions, don't you?

Rebel1 · #4 (**permalink**) 06-15-2006, 05:37 AM

Hey Ferocious..If you have any troubles with the cobra heat mob....try here for another supplier:

http://www.sportsimportsltd.com/seat...FVA5Igod0jbfdw

I've noticed Cobra Heat have dropped off the net...maybe only a server problem but you now have an alternative.

Cheers

ferociousfish · #5 (**permalink**) 06-15-2006, 06:10 AM

Hopefully there wont be any problems with Cobra Heat, 'cause they already have my money!! Great site though Rebel, wish I'd seen it first. Really could have used the heated seats tonight. Had to drive back from Maroochydore to Noosa, 930pm and about 9 degrees with the roof off. I get a lot of pleasure with having a cobra that is a daily driver, but the priority for me now is to add those little touches that make it just that little bit more comfortable to drive. I would change it for the world though.
Cheers All,
Dave

Rebel1 · #6 (**permalink**) 06-15-2006, 05:25 PM

You poor bu$$a Ferocious.....driving from Maroochydore to Noosa....that's gods country mate.

Imagine our poor bretheren in pricktoria or even Sydney....they'd be frozen solid.

I know what ya sayin tho....thats why I have a hard top on order and waiting for you to check out the seat heaters before I buy em.

I want a softtop for when I get caught out...and a hardtop for those couple of months when it's cool or during wet season.

I've also installed a vintage heater so hopefully I can make it nice and comfy in most envionments.

Cheers