For those that think this:
"However, some other folks I have discussed this with indicate that if it's
not put on INSIDE the factory, then it's illegal. "
Forget about having a Japanese car with air conditioning (only a few
luxury models come equipped), radio, anything other than steel wheels and
junk tires, cruise control, sun/moon roofs and the list goes on and on.
There is a prohibitive tariff against non US installed compressors, thank
you union lobbyist. Similar to importing Toyota trucks without a bed, so
they can slip in under the regulations and then having a bed installed in
the US to meet homologation requirements.
James Rogerson
[FP #125] - Techless Racing
jwalter@ptra.com
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