Re: Misc Mopar Performance Parts info.

From: Bob Mankin (bob@cadpros.com)
Date: Thu Nov 05 1998 - 14:53:45 EST


Holloway,Frank T wrote:
>
> For those you who are interested:
>
> The Mopar Performance Magnum intake manifold (MPI single plane) P/N
> P5249816, Mopar performance has committed to shipping 81 of these manifolds
> to dealers on 11/20/98. Out of the 81, 31 have been ordered by Mopar
> Performance dealers.
>
> The engine controllers for the OBD II vehicles, the controllers for the 97's
> have been completed and have received CARB approval. The EPA has failed to
> approve these. If Mopar Performance cannot get EPA approval, then the
> controllers will not be released and we must go aftermarket. If the EPA does
> approve the controllers,
> then we can expect OBD II controllers released approx. 1 year after the
> vehicle release date (e.g. 98 controllers released on late 99). Mopar
> performance has a
> new phone number for the Magnum Tech Line, the number is 1-800-362-3569.

Frank,

That's great news!

As far as the EC's, I would think getting over the CARB hurdle is more
significant and I'm wondering if they didn't tackle that first figuring
that would be their toughest battle. With CARB certification in hand
they can go to the EPA with more clout, would they not?

Bob



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