do i need engineer certificate if i got b18c in to eg GLI?

[02gzm]

VASS approval stations pdf. Clicky

[vampzzz]

Jesus this is still going on.

Ok here is exactly what it says on the VicRoads vehicle modifications website as Vampzzz has already linked. Just to clarify again, as it's been pointed out numerous times in here already and still hasn't sunk in to some. Note the bolded points.



Here's the information on VASS certification and basically how it is the new RES (Recognised Engineering Signatory) scheme.

This means that yes, you will need certification to swap any B-series engine into an EG, a B18 into an EK or a K-series into a FD.


The next bit I'm goin to just quote myself from a previous discussion as I'm sure it has some relevance. Plus it will help clarify engine swaps for P-platers as it contains the national legislation for engine modifications.

so in saying this would i need an engineers certificate to swap a JDM B18CR into an aus delivered integra type R?

[02gzm]

Technically, yes. But in this case you could almost guarantee that it would never be picked up through inspection. I also don't see why anyone would spend that much money on the engine swap when they could spend it on mods and see better results.

[vampzzz]

then i doubt a k20z to a k20a will be noticed?

[02gzm]

B18C7's look identical to B18C's and they both have 'B18C' in the engine number.

K20Z2's look slightly different to K20A's and the engine number's contain different letters. I guess you could get away with it if you painted the rocker cover and changed the plastic intake cover but I still don't see this conversion being done due to the costs involved. I'd be more inclined to find out if a head conversion was possible. That way you'd retain the block stamp and theoretically it would be cheaper. I've slightly changed that post from before too just for future reference.

[vampzzz]

no worries mate, just wanted to make sure.

[grifty]

so in NSW you only need an engineers cert if the displacement increases by 15%?

[bennjamin]

so in NSW you only need an engineers cert if the displacement increases by 15%?

As my first reply in this post states , entirely relevant as the OP is in NSW too.

Short answer

IF the car is replaced with an engine that is the same age or NEWER , an option for the chassis AND is within +15% increase , it is fine to install without need of engineering. You will have to change the engine number with the RTA.

gli = d15b7 = 1493cc
b18 = 1834cc

so that is more than 15%


(1 493 / 100) x 115 = 1716.95cc.....

1716cc is the largest increase in capacity you can go without engineering.

Look at a B16a engine perhaps , or spend more to engineer correct front and rear brakes to suit this larger engine capactiy increase.

[Key]

Hey guys, just one question.
So wt should I do with the rego if I put a B16A2 in a EG Si?? (in Victoria)

[02gzm]

Hey guys, just one question.
So wt should I do with the rego if I put a B16A2 in a EG Si?? (in Victoria)

You need a VASS certificate to legally register it and have it mod plated with a LA1 engine code. Read the posts on the previous page.

[grifty]

As my first reply in this post states , entirely relevant as the OP is in NSW too.

Short answer

IF the car is replaced with an engine that is the same age or NEWER , an option for the chassis AND is within +15% increase , it is fine to install without need of engineering. You will have to change the engine number with the RTA.

So that means if i was to drop a B18c into my concerto i will need to get an engineers certificate because the engine was not an option on its chassis?

[Key]

You need a VASS certificate to legally register it and have it mod plated with a LA1 engine code. Read the posts on the previous page.

SO the VicRoad staff will inspect my car when I submit the form? just afraid my car will get defected-.-