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This Executive Order approved the specified parts on on September 15, 1992.
As of Monday, October 21st, 2024 this Executive Order has not been overturned or superceeded.

Approved Parts

ModelsModification
1986-1992 Ford Mustang with 5.0L V8 gasoline engineRelocation of air injection hoses, retarding ignition timing to 5 degrees BTDC, and installation of a one-way valve between the PCV valve and inlet manifold

This Executive Order may be listed as:
  • C.A.R.B.E.O. D-140-26
  • Executive Order 140-26 / D140-26
  • ARB # D-140-26
  • Executive Order No: D-140-26
  • C.A.R.B. No. D-140-26
  • Resolution D-140-26
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Download: Executive Order D-140-26 PDF

D-140-26 Document:

CARB_D-140-26

(Page 1 of 2) State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD EXBECUTIVE ORDER D—140—26 Relating to Exemptions Under Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code SPEARCO PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC.‘S 375 HP TWIN TURBO SYSTEM Pursuant to the authority vested in the Air Resources Board by Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code; and Pursuant to the authority vested in the undersigned by Sections 39515 and 39516 of the Health and Safety Code and Executive Order G—45—5; IT IS ORDERED AND RESOLVED: That the installation of the 375 HP Twin Turbo System manufactured by Spearco Performance Products, Inc. of 14664 Titus Street, Panorama City, California 91402, has been found not to reduce the effectiveness of the applicable vehicle pollution control system and, therefore, are exempt from the prohibitions of Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code for 1986 to 1992 Ford Mustangs equipped with a 5.0L V8 gasoline engine. The Spearco 375 HP Twin Turbo System includes a set of exhaust manifolds, dual Garrett Airesearch.T—25 turbochargers, intercooler, auxiliary fuel injector and pump, dual open element air cleaners, and a microfueler electronic control module. Modification to the OEM emission control systems include the relocation of air injection hoses, retarding ignition timing from stock 10° BTDC to s° BTDC, and the installation of a one way valve between the P.C.V. valve and inlet manifold. This Executive Order is valid provided that installation instructions for the 375 HP Twin Turbo System will not recommend tuning the vehicle to specifications different from those submitted by Spearco Performance Products, Inc. Changes made to the design or operating conditions of the 375 HP Twin Turbo System, as exempt by the Air Resources Board, which adversely affect the performance of a vehicle‘s pollution control system shall invalidate this Executive Order. ~ »—T.t‘_’ P ja;- ~ — Marketing of the 375 HP Twin Turbo System using any identification other than that shown in this Executive Order or marketing of the 375 HP Twin Turbo System for an application other than those listed in this Executive Order shall be prohibited unless prior approval is obtained from the Air Resources Board. Exemption of the 375 HP Twin Turbo System shall not be construed as exemption to sell, offer for sale, or advertise any component of the kit as an individual device. This Executive Order does not constitute any opinion as to the effect the use of these 375 HP Twin Turbo System may have on any warranty either expressed or implied by the vehicle manufacturer.

SPEARCO PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC.‘S EXECUTIVE ORDER D—140—26 ho. (Page 2 of 2) THIS EXECUTIVE ORDER DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CERTIFICATION, ACCREDITATION, APPROVAL, OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF ENDORSEMENT BY THE AIR RESOURCES BOARD OF CLAIMS OF THE APPLICANT CONCERNING ANTI—POLLUTION BENEFITS OR ANY ALLEGED BENEFITS OF SPEARCO PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC.‘S 375 HP TWIN TURBO SYSTEN. No claim of any kind, such as "Approved by the Air Resources Board" may be made with respect to the action taken herein in any advertising or other oral or written communication. Viclation of any of the above conditions shall be grounds for revocation of this order. The order may be revoked only after ten day written notice of intention to revoke the order, in which period the holder of the order may request in writing a hearing to contest the proposed revocation. If a hearing is requested, it shall be held within ten days of receipt of the request and the order may not be revoked until a determination after hearing that grounds for revocation exist. Execmwbed at El Monte, California, this (SZ ay of September, 1992. 2s Assistant Division Chief Mobile Source Division

State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD EVALUATION OF SPEARCO PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC‘S 375 HP TWIN TURBO SYSTEM FOR EXEMPTION FROM THE PROHIBITIONS OF VEHICLE CODE SECTION 27156 IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2222, TITLE 13, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS September 1992

State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD EVALUATION OF SPEARCO PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC‘S 375 HP TWIN TURBO SYSTEM FOR EXEMPTION FROM THE PROHIBITIONS OF VEHICLE CODE SECTION 27156 IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2222, TITLE 13, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS ‘ by Mobile Source Division State of California Air Resources Board 9528 Telstar Avenue El Monte, CA 91731—2990 (This report has been reviewed by the staff of the California Air Resources Board and approved for publication. Approval does not signify that the contents necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Air Resources Board, nor does mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation for use.}

SUMMARY Spearco Performance Products, Inc. (Spegrco) of 14664 Titus Street, Panorama City, California 91402, has applied for an exemption from the prohibitions in Section 27156 of the California Vehicle Code (VC) for the 375 HP Twin Turbo System. The turbocharger kit is designed for installation on 1986—1992 Ford Mustang equipped.with a 5.0L V8 gasoline engine. Spearco submitted a completed application and other required information, as well as emissions test.data performed at Automotive Testing and Development Services (ATDS) in Huntington Beach, California which show that their kit does not have any adverse effect on emissions. Testing performed by the Air Resources Board (ARB) showed similar results. Based on the submitted information, the staff concludes that the Spearco turbocharger kit will not adversely affect exhaust emissions from vehicles for which an exemption is requested. The staff recommends that Spearco Performance Products, Inc., be granted an exemption as requested and that Ekecutive Order D~140—26 be issued.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Number SUMMARY © i CONTENTS i1 I. INTRODUCTION 1 II. CONCLUSION 1 III. RECOMMENDATION . 1 Iv. TURBOCHARGER COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION 2 v. DISCUSSION 3 i1

EVALUATION OF SPEARCO PERFORMANCE ?RODUCTS, INC‘S 375 HP TWIN TURBO SYSTEM FOR EXEMPTION FROM THE PROHIBITIONS OF VEHICLE CODE SECTION 27156 IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2222, TITLE 13, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS I. INTRODUCTION Spearco Performance Products, Inc. (Speérco) of 14664 Titus Street, Panorama City, California 91402, has applied for an exemption from the prohibitions in Section 27156 of the California Vehicle Code (VC) for their 375 HP Twin Turbo System. The turbocharger kit is designed for installation on 1986—92 Ford Mustangs equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine. Spearco submitted a completed application and other required information, as well as emissions test data performed at Automotive Testing and Development Services (ATDS) in Huntington Beach, California which show that their kit does not have any adverse effect on emissions. Testing performed by the Air Resources Board (ARB) showed similar results. II. CoNcLUstons Based on the submitted information, the staff concludes that the Spearco turbocharger kit will not adversely affect exhaust emissions from vehicles for which an exemption is requested. III. RECOMMENDATION The staff recommends that Spearco Performance Products, Inc., be granted an exemption for their 375 HP Twin Turbo System for installation on 1986—1992 Ford Mustang equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine. The staff also recommends that Executive Order D—140—26 be issued.

IV. TURBOCHARCER COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION Spearco‘s 375 HP Twin Turbo System consists of a Garrett Airesearch T—25 turbocharger with an area ratio (A/R) of 0.64, an intercooler, a high volume fuel pump, an extra fuel injector, a pair of replacement air cleaners, replacement exhaust manifolds, and a replacemént engine oil pan. The purpose of the Spearco 375 HP Twin Turbo System is to increase the power output of the engine by compressing the intake charge to above atmospheric pressure and thereby increase the volumetric efficiency of the engine. The increased pressure causes a greater charge density, allowing more air into the chamber for combustion. Since the air flow is increased, more fuel is needed to maintain proper air—fuel ratios. The Spearco 375 HP Twin Turbo System includes a high volume fuel pump and an additional fuel injector to provide the fuel required. The fuel injector is mounted internal to the throttle body duct, and is controlled by a stand alone E.C.U. The E.C.U. receives signals from the mass air flow sensor (MAF), the manifold air pressure sensor (MAP) which was supplied by Spearco, and the ignition coil. The injector is only actuated when the air flow exceeds the stock level at wide open throttle. Lubrication of the turbocharger is provided by engine oil. The lubricating oil is then routed back ‘to the engine oil pan through ducts provided in the replacement oil pan. The housing for the air flow sensor is replaced, however the air flow sensor is retained and installed in the provided housing. No emission control components are removed during installation. However, the timing is changed from 10 degrees BTDC to 5 degrees BTDC and a one way check valve is installed between the P.C.V. valve and inlet manifold.

vV. DISCUSSION Spearco Performance Products, Inc., has requested that the 375 HP Twin Turbo System components, be exempted for the 1986—1992 Ford Mustang equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine. A 1990 Ford Mustang with a 5.0L V8 engine was used for testing. Spearco performed testing at ATfiS to be compared against the vehicle‘s baseline emission levels. The results of the exhaust emissions test performed at ATDS are shown in Table 1. Table 1 CVsS—75 TEST RESULTS (Automotive Testing and Development Services) HC co NOx (grams/mile) Baseline 0.144 0.633 0.552 Turbocharged 0.,.234 1.291 0.502 Difference 0 .090 0.658 —0.050 These results show that the modified vehicle emissions do not exceed the baseline emissions by more than the‘allowable limits of O.1 g/mi HC, 1.0 g/mi CO and 0.1 g/mi NOx. The ARB also tested the vehicle with the 375 HP Twin Turbo System installed. Test results showéd comparable emission levels (see Table 2) to the with device test conducted at ATDS. The emissions levels are also way below the applicable emission standards.

Table 1 ARB CVS—75 Test Results HC co NOx (grams/mile}) Standard 0.41 3.4 1.0° Turbocharged 0.256 1.52 0.48 Spearco submitted all of the required information and fulfilled the requirements for an exemption. The test results show that the Spearco Twin Turbo kit meets the requirements for exemption.


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