Hyperslide, all previous engineering reports are still valid as long as they were done correctly.

Wards, when it comes to roll cages they can be a bit of a pain but it is definitely passable depending on the head room etc. Bit of a touchy one that I would have to inspect the car/plans and do some research into the wording of the rules etc.

i, like 1200rc, would also like to know what you need to do to be a certified automotive engineer. like him im also a mech engineer, or at least once i get off my arse and get a job i will be

+1 for Mech Eng and interest

With all the recent rumoured changes to the laws and what can be legally engineered in NSW I was wondering if you could clarify some things for me. Can the following conversions be registered if correctly built and engineered in NSW
1. CA18DET
2. SR20DET
3. L20B ( I know a weird request)
4. 13BT
I know there would be a lot of factors that would need to be considered but just wondering if it is possible at all. Thanks

The rules themselves have not changed in recent years. The main changes have been to the testing requirements, liability, Insurance and suitability of the Engineers/Certifiers.

To be eligible for the licence you must mix the right amount of Qualifications with Experience.
For example I am a tradesman mechanic with a Certificate 3 in Automotive Mechanics, Cert 4 in Automotive technologies, certificate 4 in Business Management and I studied Engineering in this country and in Denmark at university. Anyway, it is not easy to get the licence.

1200 Project - As I said above the rules have not changed. The information and conversion tables are available in VSB14 under 'engine'.
Off the top of my head, the CA18DET and L20B would be fine for certification but I am unsure of the rotary and SR20DET. I am guessing no... The maximum engine size (including turbo or na) is based on the Tare Mass of the original vehicle.

There has been a fair bit of discussion on what are the 'official', original Tare Mass of 1200's

Is there a website or something that lists out the weights?

I am pretty sure that i can do the math after that

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not too mention getting an insurance company to cover you.Kind of a way for RTA to cover their backs also.Legal law suits could arise from anyone including rta.

If one wants to install a larger capacity engine which is not under regulation with vehicle weight,does it then become engineered as a one off or special build etc?
Would it be engineerable if you did all the necessary mods required by a certifier i.e seam welding, extra strengthening chasis, etc basically whatever is needed to be done.

cheers and thanks for helping out forum with your profession.

The original tare mass can vary as the rta/rms have a few discrepancies in their system. I will be able to make a decision on the actual tare weight for you, but it will vary depending on the vehicle. To answer the question in advance, No, you cannot have an SR20DET in your 1200.

The only way you could do it is to class the car as an ICV (Individually Constructed Vehicle). This would be very difficult and would cost a lot in time and money. I can certify ICVs but I like to follow the guidelines set by the VSB code of practise.

I am the least speed demon here.

I put a CA18DE in the Ute with Auto Trans.... I am so lazy that I am even contemplating getting cruise control (maybe off a 240SX)

As for insurance I am going through Shannons here in Victoria ... I have a quote for agreed value comprehensive insurance for $350 with agreed value of $6000 (I think I will put that up) I called the ppl there and told them what I have done and they will insure me.

Oh .... I am over 50 (Just)

You may be insured but you will still be liable in the event of someone being hurt.

If someone dies as a result of a vehicle failure caused by modifications/alterations, you will be liable as the car hasn't ben assessed as safe or legal.