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Swapping in new engine: California DMV registration forms?

Old 07-05-2006, 12:46 AM
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Default Swapping in new engine: California DMV registration forms?

I'm looking to do a complete legal swap of a B16A3 into a 1995 Civic. It's my understanding that a different engine requires some kind of DMV form to be filled out so that upon registration the engine's serial number will be tied in to the car's VIN.

I searched the dmv.ca.gov website and did not find any forms for registering an engine. Does anyone know the form REG#? Thanks...
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No idea man. I've never actually heard of anybody doing that before personally. Search google.

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Default Re: Swapping in new engine: California DMV registration forms? (Outrun)

Get the motor BAR certified and you will be fine.
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Default Re: Swapping in new engine: California DMV registration forms? (hazw8st)

Bringin' back an old thread.

Just wondering if you ever found the proper dmv forms to register your new motor w/ your vehicle. I searched the CA DMV website and can't find a motor title transfer form either.

Anyone know what paperwork is needed to buy a motor out of another vehicle in CA? I've searched and several people have mentioned needing a bill of sale. I'm sure DMV has this type of form, but I can't find it.
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Default Re: Swapping in new engine: California DMV registration forms? (marksae)

I got my motor off craigslist with no paper work. I ran the serial number through the chp and they said it was clean. Then I took it the BAR station and it passed and he said I shouldn't have any problems with registration or police.

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