Emissions legal engine swaps?

I may be buying an 89 CRX Si, but want to put a different motor in because the 110 hp motor just isn't enough to make power with. I was going to get a B16 from HMO, but I live in Texas so I can't pass emissions with it....so basically my question is, where can I get a high hp (b16 or gs-r) motor to swap into the CRX?

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As long as you get it all wired correctly and have your 4 wire o2 sensor and keep the comp from thryowing codes and use a good cat converter, then yu shouldn't have proplem passing emisions unless texas has a law that has something to do with newer motors being in older cars then i think you'll be ok.

I don't see how this will make an engine with absolutely no emissions controls pass the test...

im pretty sure the B16 would pass your emissions. I mean, it burns gas just like your current motor does. Emissions are usually failed because of things like your o2 sensor, cat, evap, etc.

i agree, a good cat and a proper running engine should pass. and i got my b19c1 out of a junkyard, for a good price too... hehe

There is a thread about this PLEASE do a search. This thread will tell you everything you need to know.

swapping new tecnologie for old technologie is what is illegal, ie if you have an 89 civic you would be able to put a 90 moter in it for sure but not neccisarily an 88 moter because technologie might be older, hope that makes sence

There is a thread about this PLEASE do a search. This thread will tell you everything you need to know.

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