fuel cell question

whats up guys i need some info on having a fuel cell in CA. i heard that if you have a fuel cell it wont pass CA smog. how true is that and is there anyway around it. lemme know guys thnx

depending on if its an after market fuel cell, then the cap doesn't seal or vent like your DOT gas cap.

also there is no provisions for the emissions system equipment to plug in and work.

if you make a fuel cell, you need it to be exactly like the factory tank, and have to be able to prove the emissions system is fully working.

Edited: 10/3/2010 6:57:17 PM by Rusty Shackleford

I know this from first hand experience. Custom fuel cells will not pass emissions UNLESS you have a stock/factory-equivalent gas cap. California smog tests require a venting gascap. Then there is the evap canister blah blah blah blah. Best bet for Cali-smog is to get it done at a "not-so-reputable" shop.