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Stefano, I'm still for leaving the TS 'stock', though installing a cat if you've not done so isn't a bad idea. I suggest you hit your local car scene/car shows which have cars newer than a '75. Most likely you'll find some very non original looking engine bays. Then start talking to the owners. I'd simply start out something like, "Man, what an incredible engine!" Maybe a bit more chit-chat then ask how he gets it smogged. Most of those who have a source are hesistent to give the name/place away since if it gets busted they're in the same boat as you. Your big selling point is it Will pass smog, but 'perhaps' not the visual inspection. Say you're installing an engine that wasn't ever imported into the US in your car. If he's a Honda guy for instance he might not be very impressed about a TS in an Alfetta GT. However, I'm aware that it is not at all unusual for Honda guys to do the same thing - import engines from Japan that were never sold in the US.
Worst scenario (which I can't ever imagine it happening) is the smog place gets busted over your car. I'd imagine the owner could most likely get by with,"Hey it passed the emissions tests with flying colors. I have no idea what equipment should or should not be on one of these cars." He'd essentially be using the argument: if it looks right, it must be right. This is one reason I don't like the idea of cutting the center support out of the hood - instant tip-off the engine's not original. Does your spark plug cover plate have Alfa Romeo on it? If asked, of course it's an aftermarket cam cover.
Like I've always said, its good to have friends in low places. Maybe the Rice Rocket guys will even let you hang out with them.
Biba
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