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For Sale NOT FOR SALE 1996 FZJ80 with 4BD2T diesel swap, locked, expedition ready, Oregon
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I want this bad but cannot get it registered in my state. Its an OBDII truck with a non functioning port now. That is instant failure for me. 
Do you have any idea what the HP output on this rig?
thanks
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In stock configuration, the 4BD2T puts out 135hp and 255 ft lbs of torque. It is a reliable motor with decent efficiency. I like this rig a lot, but it's out of my reach.
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Is Virginia that insane? This vehicle was registered in California and I thought no one was worse than them.I want this bad but cannot get it registered in my state. Its an OBDII truck with a non functioning port now. That is instant failure for me.
This rig DOES have a DIESEL marked title for folks is several other states.
Would it be exempt in 4 months when it hits 20 years old? Is there a Virginia exemption for an "alternative" or "biofuel" vehicle exemption that you could take advantage of?
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The figure mentioned above is with the stock turbo configuration that boosts up to 12 PSI. This vehicle has not been dyno tested but has a replacement turbo that to my understanding has a max boost of 17PSI. It also has been tuned for more power. My seat of the pants estimate is that it blows away any stock cruiser of that era. If anyone local wants to race I am up for it!
There is a lot more great info at 4bt swap about the potential for these engines and the Isuzu actually has its own section there:
Isuzu 4BD1T/2T
thank you
Did you get the title changed to a diesel at the DMV?
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Yes, As stated in post #25 above:
"This rig DOES have a DIESEL marked title for folks is several other states."
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II want this bad but cannot get it registered in my state. Its an OBDII truck with a non functioning port now. That is instant failure for me.
When I looked at the website it says diesel powered vehicles 1996 and older are exempt.:
Virginia Green Vehicle Laws and Alternative Fuel Regulations | DMV.org
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
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Virginia doesn't test emissions in all VA cities and counties. In fact, through the Air Check Virginia inspection program, Virginia only requires an emissions inspection as a condition of vehicle registration and registration renewal for certain gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles* registered in the:
- Counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, and Stafford.
- Cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park.
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To be honest since many of the sensors are wired up so that the factory gauges and ignition work I wonder what info the computer would spit out if you did plug into the system. If the plug was removed and the vehicle titled as a diesel would that change things.
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I hear all too often "I would love this vehicle but I just cant get it in my state.." I would like to provide a solution to those that are committed.
As an Airstream owner I sometimes watch discussions about a variety of situation including the challenges of permanent RV living. One challenge they often have is where to have a "permanent residence" when you are on the road all the time. You need some place to have your drivers licence, voting, vehicle registration, etc based out of. Many of these RVers use a "permanent residence" that is set up through a professional mail forwarding service. I have also seen LLC registration services that register your LLC and do mail forwarding in states with better asset protection laws (AK, UT...) Several of these agencies exist both for RVers, LLCs looking for good laws, and those interested in states with no income tax(AK, TX, WA...).
An example one such service is:
MyRVmail.com | Mail Forwarding
on their website they state:
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Florida Vehicle Registration
Cost for first time registration of a passenger vehicle in Florida is approximately $413.40. (Fees include transferring title, 1st year registration fee and new license plate.)
We provide your legal physical address.
Annual renewal of vehicle registration is from $55 to $72 per year-based on vehicle weight. Renewal for RV’s is approximately $80 per year. Annual renewals are done via mail.
NO inspections or emissions testing requirement in this county. (No annual trips to Florida are necessary.)
Sales tax may be collected on vehicles purchased within 6 months of registration application. (Documentation of at least 6% sales tax paid on purchase must be provided to avoid being charged.)
If you have previously owned vehicles in Florida and have purchased a Florida license plate that you no longer use, you can save the $225.00 initial registration fee on a passenger vehicle.
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So if you really want this cruiser and are willing to pay $15 a month and do a little paperwork there are solutions.
As an Airstream owner I sometimes watch discussions about a variety of situation including the challenges of permanent RV living. One challenge they often have is where to have a "permanent residence" when you are on the road all the time. You need some place to have your drivers licence, voting, vehicle registration, etc based out of. Many of these RVers use a "permanent residence" that is set up through a professional mail forwarding service. I have also seen LLC registration services that register your LLC and do mail forwarding in states with better asset protection laws (AK, UT...) Several of these agencies exist both for RVers, LLCs looking for good laws, and those interested in states with no income tax(AK, TX, WA...).
An example one such service is:
MyRVmail.com | Mail Forwarding
on their website they state:
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Florida Vehicle Registration
Cost for first time registration of a passenger vehicle in Florida is approximately $413.40. (Fees include transferring title, 1st year registration fee and new license plate.)
We provide your legal physical address.
Annual renewal of vehicle registration is from $55 to $72 per year-based on vehicle weight. Renewal for RV’s is approximately $80 per year. Annual renewals are done via mail.
NO inspections or emissions testing requirement in this county. (No annual trips to Florida are necessary.)
Sales tax may be collected on vehicles purchased within 6 months of registration application. (Documentation of at least 6% sales tax paid on purchase must be provided to avoid being charged.)
If you have previously owned vehicles in Florida and have purchased a Florida license plate that you no longer use, you can save the $225.00 initial registration fee on a passenger vehicle.
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So if you really want this cruiser and are willing to pay $15 a month and do a little paperwork there are solutions.
Elvin, youre selling!!! woot! glad it has served you so far. whoever gets it will have a great rig! wish I could buy it back from you! best of luck my friend.
If anyone has any questions that Elvin does not know, feel free to forward them to me. -Chris
If anyone has any questions that Elvin does not know, feel free to forward them to me. -Chris
This will register in CA correct? And how much have you flexed on the price for the complete list?
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I purchased it from vette60 in the Sacramento area. It was registered there and titles as Diesel, as it is in Oregon. I have overcome one financial hurdle and will know in the next 3 days if I am over the next so my price, like my body, is not at flexible as it used to be 
but IF you are serious about buying it, have the money, and spouse approval give me a call.
but IF you are serious about buying it, have the money, and spouse approval give me a call.in VA,.. if it's been registered in another state,.. it's good here,... I went through a lawsuit where I got the state to recognize 4runners as SUV -vs- Station wagon. Station wagon has bumper height and other restrictions making my old (1990) 4runner illegal and ticket-able... well,. I went and checked bumper height on all Sheriff vehicles 9which are not exempt) and the judges Suburban... they were all out of spec. I learned a lot about DMV regs during those months. 
Oh,. and Not all counties have Emissions throughout the county,. For example, I live in Stafford and emissions end 8 miles south of me,.. also in Stafford county.
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FWIW I just called the local Lic. and Registration office in Missouri where I would have it registered and they said it would be no problem unless the VIN number had been changed.
If you are not from an urban area or a State that has pretty wackadoo rules, you probably should be fine.
If you are not from an urban area or a State that has pretty wackadoo rules, you probably should be fine.
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Looks like you are good to go. It is a 1996 and was registered IN California as a Diesel when I bought it.
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For any of you in the people republic of California. I am willing to drive down and meet you at the DMV. Obviously I would prefer the Yreka DMV but that can be negotiated.
Sorry my bad. Good to know its CA compliant.
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If your sorry please go and edit your first post where you were mistaken.
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