Probably a dumb question...
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My cruiser doesnt have the original engine, so i cant say how good those run(emissios wise) but i had my truck tested the other day. 900 is the high limit on hydrocarbons here and it was at 2200. But after running a kit called Justice Brothers through it and tuning the carb, idle, and timing it passed with only 326 ppm. Better than the 03 honda in front of me. So with a little tinkering you should be able to get her to pass.
Not sure....
But, if it runs clean enough to meet the numbers it will probably pass. I regularly smogged a '78 2F engine that was in my '74 FJ, it had almost all of the '78 smog equipment on it, and the techs always commented on how clean it was. It was not 'legal' in the sense that the CARB never knew that their was a newer vintage block in the truck, but I didn't feel bad because it ran cleanly. A 'Cruiser nut could readily tell it was a 2F, from the castings, the oil cooler, the location of the alternator, etc. but not one of the many different smog techs ever noticed and/or commented on it not being the correct engine.
If it is in-tune, no leaks in the exhaust system, EGR and gas cap function, vapor recovery system in-place and functional, and thoroughly warmed up, it will probably pass fine.
But, if it runs clean enough to meet the numbers it will probably pass. I regularly smogged a '78 2F engine that was in my '74 FJ, it had almost all of the '78 smog equipment on it, and the techs always commented on how clean it was. It was not 'legal' in the sense that the CARB never knew that their was a newer vintage block in the truck, but I didn't feel bad because it ran cleanly. A 'Cruiser nut could readily tell it was a 2F, from the castings, the oil cooler, the location of the alternator, etc. but not one of the many different smog techs ever noticed and/or commented on it not being the correct engine.
If it is in-tune, no leaks in the exhaust system, EGR and gas cap function, vapor recovery system in-place and functional, and thoroughly warmed up, it will probably pass fine.
Our '76 was originally bought in the Tucson area. Third owner had it smogged in Cali and it passed. We still have the paperwork. It is now back in its home state and passing emissions here. Totally factory 6 popper with a Crane Cams electronic ignition.
Cali smog people are setup with the specs for both Cal and Fed standards. I have been smogging my 76 Fed spec K5 in Cali for the last 24 years. That was NEVER an issue.
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My '80 FJ40 is Fed spec and passes the CA emissions test...