RE: IML: down to crunch time: getting the '82 Imp through smog

["Karl" <karlsmail@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I used to live in Wa.  I have gone thru the same thing you are now.  If you
have a dependable mechanic or can do it yourself, lean out the fuel mixure
at the carb.  The car runs like crap at higher speeds but will drive thru
town just fine.  After going thru emissions tune it back.  

If that dose not gets you thru emissions you have to pay a minimum amount in
an attempt to repair the problem and pass.  After showing receipts for the
minimum amount and not passing you will be given a pass.

Karl
1960 Imperial 4 Dr 


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[mailto:mailing-list-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Nat Hall
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2006 9:36 PM
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Subject: IML: down to crunch time: getting the '82 Imp through smog

This is a little lenghty (seems like they always are), please bear with
me....

Well, it's down to crunch time. In order to get my new Imperial properly
registered in WA state I have to pass the dreaded smog test.  For those
others who live in Seattle, WA they know like California, regulations are
strict in the counties surrounding the city.  Not quite as bad, but strict
nontheless. Over the weekend, with crossed fingers, I decided to give it a
go.  As expected, the Imperial failed with flying colors. Here's the
kicker: in seven months, the car will be 25 years old and reclassified as a
Collector Automobile.  As such a car, it will be EXEMPT from meeting smog
standards. Because I just purchased the car, by state law I am required to
pass the smog test before the state transfers legal ownership. And I have
only 15 days to transfer ownership or I get fined or somesuch. So basically
I now have 7 days left to get the car smog-legal and transfer ownership.




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Nat Hall
1982 Imperial Coupe
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