Yeah I’m hoping there is a path forward, possibly do it and take it to an appeals process with the BAR, if one exists. I feel like it is so close. Or..... do it and if they fail me, say that I want to follow the rules but if I can’t pass inspection I will just have to title it in AZ or NM delete the EVAP, EGR.... and just run fully catless
So, CA BAR describes:
“Light-duty truck” means any 2000 and subsequent model motor vehicle certified to the standards in section 1961(a)(1) or 1961.2 rated at 8,500 pounds gross vehicle weight or less, and any other motor vehicle rated at 6,000 pounds gross vehicle weight or less, which is designed primarily for purposes of transportation of property or is a derivative of such a vehicle, or is available with special features enabling off-street or off-highway operation and use.
However, The difference between LTD1 and LTD2 is described as:
“LDT1” means a light-duty truck with a loaded vehicle weight of 0-3750 pounds.
“LDT2” means a “LEV II” light-duty truck with a loaded vehicle weight of 3751 pounds to a gross vehicle weight of 8500 pounds or a “LEV I” light-duty truck with a loaded vehicle weight of 3751-5750 pounds.
Loaded vehicle weight is defined as curb weight +300lbs.
So in reality, it’s possible that the ranger could either LDT1 or LDT2 based on configuration, or the curb weight. My ranger was a base 2wd coil 2.5 regular cab short bed, so a curb weight of 3068 pounds allegedly, I think but I would have to find it some were. However, my Rangers GVWR is 4340, and the Donor GVWR is 5280.
I wonder if I can take my ranger to the CHP weigh station and verify, or use my actual weight to appeal the LDT1 vs LDT2.