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Hi Team,

So I know most of you are either from QLD or WA, but if there is anyone out there that has an MY converted with an EJ please let me know what engineer you went with.

I ma 2 hours south of Sydney, but would prefer an engineer in Sydney as the car is having it's wiring harness and exhaust done in western Sydney.

Obviously I want one that has previously engineered a MY to EJ so they know what they are looking at.

Cheers

I recall an engineer in the Gong who has engineered changes to Liberties of some sort, Col Pott(s) from memory. Find him and have a chat

yeah cool.

However, if R&C automotive didn't recognise him, I wonder how much he knows about Subarus? Ron and Chris have done everything Subaru for 30 years and know pretty much everything in the Gong.

Would be good to find someone who has used an engineer in Sydney.

Cheers

He advertises in the MIAME magazine. He never replied to an email a few years back [email protected] ASK HIM !

What

Don't tell me your this far into your conversion and you haven't lined up an engineer yet.

Oh dear, this could be messy

Not that your workmanship and approach hasn't been top-notch - just that I would have thought getting the engineering approval would have been one of the first considerations. Good luck - I'm just up the road a bit in Kiama so I'm keen to know how you get along just in case I have a Brumby cross WRX hybrid in my future

Thanx for the confidence booster Raptor!

No should be all good. There are plenty of people out there that have completed this conversion and passed it through an engineer.

Just want to find one in the know and at a good price.

Cheers

Heres a list of engineers recommended by Street Machine magazine.

http://www.carpoint.com.au/Tig/Minisite ... px?id=6659

Looks like you're spoilt for choice in NSW.

I had a good experience phoning people in Vic on this list. My personal experience was that people who were helpful on the phone tended to be more reasonable and easy going when it came to looking at the car. I had one dodgy bloke who isn't listed in SM picking things that were perfectly legal, he just didn't like the look of them. After that i went through the SM list and ended up pretty happy with the whole process.

Cheers,
Rhys

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SUBIIE wrote:Thanx for the confidence booster Raptor!...

I'll try and make this post more constructive

From the NSW RTA website re vehicle standards;

VSI 15 - Engineering signatories (March 2010)

VSI 02 - Restricted engineering signatories (March 2010)

Happy hunting, let us know how you go.

That first link has a Southern & Western NSW section commencing on page 9.
It includes the above mentioned Colin POTTS (C P Engineering & Equipment).

steptoe wrote:page not exist says my browser on that link

Yep it worked last night now it has crapped itself. Shame that was a big list for NSW.

This is all copied from Streem Machine magazine:

ACCREDITED ENGINEERS
Before contemplating any modifications (or approaching an engineer), do some basic research about the legality of the modifications you're considering (eg: emissions, engine capacity, ground clearance, wheel sizes, driveline, brakes and suspension systems) beforehand. And be aware that not all certified engineers are willing to look at all types of modifications. Some just do box trailers, stretch limos or twin steer garbage trucks. To make things easy we've complied this list of appropriately qualified engineers and/or companies that have expressed interest in consulting on typical street machine projects.

Regardless of your research, find an engineer that agrees in principle with your planned modifications before proceeding. Not everyone's interpretation of the guidelines is the same. As such, some engineers are more comfortable and more experienced at certain types of modifications, thus making them more willing to provide certification. One of the biggest problems consulting engineers face is people presenting fully completed cars for certification that have no chance of registration. Radical, highly modified cars are not out of the question, they do, however, need to follow fairly strict guidelines.

Many commercially-available upgrade packages (e.g. some camshaft/exhaust kits, big brake upgrades and engine transplant kits) will be accepted by engineers as continuing to comply with the relevant ADRs without the need for additional testing. However, engineers will often request exhaust noise, emissions, handling and mechanical testing for certification. Obviously this type of testing will incur a higher consultation fee.

Always remember that engineers, like other qualified people who work on your car, expect payment for their time and experience. No engineer is willing to risk his livelihood just because you've spent thousands of dollars doing the wrong thing. Even though an engineer may assist you in gaining registration, it's your responsibility to ensure your car is safe and continues to meet the ADRs.

Although Street Machine has put its best effort into making this list as comprehensive as possible, it may not be conclusive. Other engineers may be consulted provided they are suitably experienced and qualified by the various state registration authorities. This list will become a permanent posting on our website (http://www.streetmachine.com.au) and will be updated monthly. If you are a certified engineer and wish to be included, forward a short note along with your details to [email protected] Happy spannering!

AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
Marloc Engineering Queanbeyan (02) 6299 3400
AKZ Vehicle Engineering Fyshwick (02) 6236 3009

QUEENSLAND
Altra 9 Brendale 0431 382 789
Ray Miller The Gaz (07) 3300 4700
Steven Airs Thornlands (07) 3286 3230
David Grant Mudgereeba 0413 123 911
Bruce Hartwig West End (07) 3255 1621
Pleasantrees Engineering Mt Pleasant (07) 3425 1808

NORTHERN TERRITORY
Jack DeVries (08) 8948 2276

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Tonkin Consulting Wayville (08) 8273 3100
Douglass Potts Wayville (08) 8271 4573

TASMANIA
Royal Auto Club Tasmania Hobart (03) 6232 6300
Ron Murray Glenorchy (03) 6272 7910
Danny T Barrett Sandy Bay 0407 531 119
David Dungey Margate (03) 6267 1246
Chris Atkins Hadspen (03) 6393 6645
Alan Hutton Perth, Tas (03) 6398 2232

VICTORIA
Dynex International Braeside (03) 9580 3024
John Lyons Tawonga (03) 5754 4953
Protech Developments Carrum Downs (03) 9775 0133
Archie Robertson Bayswater (03) 9729 9776
Matward Engineering Bendigo (03) 5443 8459
Auto Team Consultants Wantirna South 0402 407 839
Peter Turner Consulting Merbein/Wentworth (03) 5025 2453
Bisitechniks Wendouree (03) 5339 6777
Vehicle Systems Engineering Ringwood East (03) 9870 0121

NEW SOUTH WALES Mobility Engineering Hornsby (02) 9482 4572
Adcot Engineering Kurrajong (02) 4576 1451
Bruce Elson Waitara (02) 9489 4228
Light Vehicle Inspections Lane Cove (02) 9418 3150
Human Impact Engineering Balmain (02) 9555 2444
ADR Compliance Services Leichardt (02) 9560 7557
R Grdusiak Pty Ltd Penrith (02) 4721 4395
Transport Industry Consultants Kirrawee 0418 551 331
Steven Janda Illawong (02) 9541 1500
Ray Ross & Associates Pyrmont (02) 9660 1920
Grahame Senior & Associates Oatlands (02) 9630 8603

Terry Toomey Seven Hills (02) 9629 8449
Consulmotive Peakhurst (02) 9153 0011
Lakesedge Engineering Toukley (02) 4396 3528
Transport Industry Consultants Cardiff (02) 4956 5466
Hal Woodward Douglas Park (02) 4632 7459
MacKay & Associates New Lambton Heights (02) 4957 3697
Lita Engineering Old Toongabbie (02) 9631 5016
Peter Smith Engineering Camden (02) 4655 9440
Mullen Automotive Cardiff (02) 4956 8030

Northwest Conversions & Mechanicals Tamworth (02) 6762 5711
Trevor Jones & Associates Grafton (02) 6643 5355
Ray Sargent Lismore 0415 666 200
Allan & Scott Engineering Wagga Wagga (02) 6922 9151
St Georges Basin Automotive & Marine St Georges Basin (02) 4443 4479
Brian Brady Thirroul (02) 4267 3969
Michael Mooney Port Macquarie (02) 6584 7686
Roger Perkins Annangrove (02) 9679 1621
Trenco Pty Ltd Arndell Park (02) 9672 1492
Northside Automotive Consulting Balgownie (02) 4284 9902
C P Engineering & Equipment South Coast/Southern Highlands 0428 421 065
Lehmann Civil & Structural Berridale (02) 6456 8873

WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Max Kurtze Canning Vale 0419 476 079
Adrian Pitic Hillarys (08) 9307 1436
Jack Apgar Duncraig (08) 9246 1600
Jamie Gard Welshpool (08) 9356 1415
Romarta Automotive Marangaroo (08) 9342 6976
Jim Hope Kincross (08) 9305 5752
Braking Analytical Services Embleton (0418) 958 755
Rodney Style Cloverdale (08) 9277 5050
Brett Silich Murdoch 0422 238 769
Adam McConkey Cardup 0427 027 986

I used AKZ for my outback! he wasn't bad but not so good with specific advice but incredibly cheap!