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Old 02-02-2020, 08:38 PM   #16
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Originally Posted by CSG Mike View Post
It is their job to detect any abnormality, includes a non-original engine, yes.

Will every tech catch it? Most likely not. Are they looking for it? Absolutely. The consequences of passing a car that shouldn't is VERY high.
Ehhh. I think you are reaching. A piston n rods engine will look stock. Unless different gaskets were used, nothing is noticeable. Even then, maybe the engine was rebuilt. Is that against smog rules to need to rebuild a motor?
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