Remove EGR and Gulp Valve???
The air rail on my 1980 MGB broke at the 180 curve in the tube. The air pump had been removed by the PO. Based on checking forum topics, it sounds like most if not all of the emission stuff can be...
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You are well on your way to a desmogged B. If it were me I'd remove EVERYTHING that clutters up the engine the go back with whatever was deemed necessary. A start on what is necessary would be the...
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The oil filler cap is vented, providing air into the crankcase for removal at the front tappet cover. If you wish to use the charcoal canister(s) as intended, the oil filler cap must seal and air...
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The gulp valve has no purpose without the air pump. Most people just unhook the air rail and plug the holes. However, there are some jets at the bottom of the holes that protrude into the exhaust port...
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Alan, Remove vacuum lines 7 and 8 and the "T" and connect 5 directly to the manifold. This will remove the "trigger" vacuum from activating the gulp valve. Remove the vacuum line from the EGR valve...
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There are three major emission systems. Evaporative control/PCV which does no harm to performance and actually helps the longevity of the engine. EGR, which lowers the combustion temps to lower NOx...
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Thank you all for your helpful responses. I have more research to do while I wait for snow to melt and temperatures to rise here in Michigan. BTW, there are no emission inspections required in this...
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Just to be clear, there is a federal legal issue. It's just getting caught that you avoid by being in a state that doesn't test for compliance. In reply to # 3642970 by slide52 ... BTW, there are no...
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I wonder how many, if any owners have been prosecuted? Kinda reminds me of the tags on mattresses that read "Do not remove under penalty of law". Is the fed really worried about emission controls on...
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Read the tag, it is for the retailer only. Never heard of prosecution, but I have heard of States refusing to license a car. I have also heard of mechanics being fined for removing equipment from a...
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Here in the state of Pennsylvania, car owners may register vehicles with antique tags. No emissions or inspection is required. Cars must be at least 25 years old. You may drive after dark if you...
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Hose B draws air from the engine case via the front tappet galley cover into the carbie(s) and the intake system. On my cars the air is drawn into the case through the charcoal filter via the tube at...
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