Just gathering info for now. I have a '93 5.0 EFI that'll be going into something else. It will have a PCV valve but no EGR, no smog equipment of any kind including TAB/TAD/air pump and no Cats. Will any of these missing components activate the CEL?
Tons of clearance for the intake. Also, it's smog exempt 'cause it's registered as a '54!Is there enough hood space for the EFI intake?
What if they smog check your 54?
I figured a factory oil bath air cleaner on the original engine would require lots of hood clearance. Do you think there is enough side clearance for a 351? I have a relative who would rather get an EFI roller block from a truck than rebuild a flat head for a 53 Merc. Thanks for the pic!Tons of clearance for the intake. Also, it's smog exempt 'cause it's registered as a '54!
I'll look into that one, thanks!buy a $10 EGR delete connector that plugs into the EGR connector. It will trick the computer into thinking the EGR is in place. Problem solved.
cleans up the engine baySo if you have to buy something to replace the EGR valve, why not use the EGR valve?
So, I'm having a hard time finding one online. What am I missing? Anyone have a link?buy a $10 EGR delete connector that plugs into the EGR connector. It will trick the computer into thinking the EGR is in place. Problem solved.
What does the south have to do with not missing it?cleans up the engine bay
if you live in the south you dont miss it
if you have a tune you don't need it
What does the south have to do with not missing it?
An EGR valve is easier to find than a tune here.
As far as cleaning up the engine bay, is it that big of deal?
It might have been mostly the surging idle checklist, but my 302 runs better with the smog stuff on, and except for the computer, it’s not stock.
Edit, it’s not like the OP is going to even try to pass this enhgine off as a stock 54. That manifold is too iconic, and to me, the EGR is part of the expected look. Since it runs cleaner at cruise with the EGR (even without cats!), it does not affect full throttle performance, and he probably does not otherwise need a tune for major performance parts, it’s a waste of money to delete it.
It’s his money to spend on his car, so now he knows all that deleting it will do is polute the air a bit more while possibly cleaning up the engine bay, @evintho , do what you want and enjoy the car!