Southern Cal registration

cal.cheesehead · #1 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 12:15 PM

I've been researching Cobra MANUFACTURERS FOR ABOUt A year now. So after all that and getting real excited about the build, I'm a bit hesitant to move forward due to the registration issues. If I can't obtain a sb-100 registration, are their any other options.?

jdog · #2 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 01:08 PM

er.......I mean yes, you could use a 'smog compliant' engine, with all that that entails!

Good luck
jdog

SkipB · #3 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 01:50 PM

cal.cheesehead,

The only other one is to move out of state. This may be a good idea as California is just going nuts on environmental stuff.

Starting soon, waterborne paint only for refinishing cars!

No bottled water now in San Francisco offices. It supposedly will help save the planet from global warming. Huh?

How long before they come looking for our cars? I saw a Toyota Prius cruising the neighborhood the other day. It was stealth black with tinted windows. Could it be Arnold's secret police?

My advice. Don't worry about SB100. Just be prepared with all your paperwork and a full checkbook and all should go well.

Skip B

Cashburn · #4 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 02:44 PM

On that topic, Roush does have a line of motors that are Smog compliant. The cost is higher and the power is much lower... but they do get around the SB100 circus.

onefastmustang · #5 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by cal.cheesehead

I've been researching Cobra MANUFACTURERS FOR ABOUt A year now. So after all that and getting real excited about the build, I'm a bit hesitant to move forward due to the registration issues. If I can't obtain a sb-100 registration, are their any other options.?

You could go the route I went and get an older engine. I procured a 69 351 Windsor. All it needed was a thermostatic air cleaner, vaccuum advance, electric choke and a PCV valve. I am waiting my appt to see if the what the DMV told me is true but I was told that they will exempt my car from smog now due to the age of the motor.. We will see. If not I will have to smog it every two years. I have also considered going for an SB-100 but there is no guarantee on getting one. I ran into a guy a couple of days ago that has an SPF and he is on his second year with no reg for california because he has been unable to get an SB100 both times he went to the DMV in January. Poor guy.

Got the Bug · #6 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 03:25 PM

I was following the SB100 action/threads on CC in January and there was few (if any) people who didn't get their SB100 numbers. No doubt there are cases where someone didn't get a number (screwed up DMV office, documents not in order, etc.).

It's definately a gamble, but if you have your docs in order, align with a group of people, and go to a DMV office that understands the process, you have a good chance.

I'm going the SB100 route in January...probably won't get much sleep in late December

.

bdeutsch · #7 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 03:46 PM

If you purchase a used cobra that is legally titled and registered in another State, does anybody know what is involved in the process of legally registering the car for use in CA?

Thanks

Got the Bug · #8 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 03:57 PM

Same process for cars registered out of state. SB100 (I think it's some other SB number, but the same steps) or smog the car by the engine block.

No easy way out

. You'd thing our cigar smokin', Hummer drivin' gov could do something for the little guy. Oh yeah, he's gone green

xlr8or · #9 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by bdeutsch

If you purchase a used cobra that is legally titled and registered in another State, does anybody know what is involved in the process of legally registering the car for use in CA?

Thanks

You basically just register via SB1578 to get it listed as (special construction). You will need to pass a smog test based on the year of the block or wait until January and get an SB100 number to set the smog rules to the year the body replicates. 1965 only requires a PCV setup. Get it tested one time with no requirement to pass other than equipment check (pcv). It doesn't have to pass the tailpipe test under SB100 it just has to be tested.

bdeutsch · #10 (**permalink**) 06-27-2007, 06:38 PM

for the responses...Bob

cal.cheesehead · #11 (**permalink**) 06-28-2007, 12:19 PM

Ditto.. Thanks for all your advise. Moving out of Ca in 6 years but would like to build one now. Suggestions on how to locate a late 60's 351w would be helpful..

SkipB · #12 (**permalink**) 06-28-2007, 02:18 PM

Cashburn,

Jay are you really sure about the Roush engines being legal specifically in California?

SkipB

Cashburn · #13 (**permalink**) 06-28-2007, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by SkipB

Cashburn,

Jay are you really sure about the Roush engines being legal specifically in California?

SkipB

Yes, they are different part numbers and fall under another program entirely designed to meet the CA Smog laws with early blocks and proper carbs etc. Not the typical Roush engines / part numbers you may confuse them with.

cal.cheesehead · #14 (**permalink**) 06-29-2007, 07:57 AM

I sent an inquiry to Rouch. I'll post the info when I recieve it..

onefastmustang · #15 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by cal.cheesehead

Ditto.. Thanks for all your advise. Moving out of Ca in 6 years but would like to build one now. Suggestions on how to locate a late 60's 351w would be helpful..

If your still looking for a late 60's 351 pm me.. I know where there is one ready to go...