I’m considering buying a 1952 Chevy in Alberta and bringing it home to Ontario. The front suspension has been replaced with a Camaro subframe. I’m getting mix info about whether this will pass MOT inspection. Has anyone run into this since the last changes to the inspection process?
Yes, it's legal. It will pass an MTO safety inspection, providing the install was done correctly. IE straight, square, it aligns properly, handles ok on road test and welds are good.
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This is from the new Reg. There is also a project underway in Ontario to introduce a new Safety System which records items by tablet so it won't matter who inspects it, the standard will be universal.
c) frame and sub-frame FAIL - bulge caused by corrosion - stress crack at side rail or rub-rail - rivet is loose, missing, dimpled by corrosion - bent, broken, cracked, kinked, welded or repaired in a way that does not meet OEM standard or industry standard - perforated or weakened by corrosion
Here is the link: http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/trucks/pdfs/passenger-light-duty-vehicle-inspection-standard.pdf
As long as the vehicle was originally equipped with frame connectors, yes. They strictly define OEM standards in the act. You don't want someone welding in a couple of solid bars that won't crumple properly in a major collision.
a) - welded, modified or repaired in a way that does not meet OEM standard or industry standard - bent, broken or cracked - perforated or separated due to corrosion between mount and frame member - rusted or corroded to a depth sufficient to become weakened
The one that could get tricky involves floor pan repair. Anything extending into the toe board, rocker or tunnel means a new floor pan has to be spot welded in just like original. There is a good diagram in the reg.
Repair of holes in the floor of the vehicle due to corrosion perforation is permitted, provided that the hole does not extend into a structural area of the floor, such as seat-belt anchors, seat supports or rocker panels. Edges of the hole prepared for repair must not exceed 200 mm in length or extend within 50 mm of tunnel, rocker, seat-support structure or firewall / bulkhead (see Figure 1). No “pop” rivets, arc welding or flame repair for high strength steel, TIG or MIG stitch welding is acceptable.
After viewing the truck today it turns out to be a moot point. The subframe work was very good. I doubt anyone would complain about it. It truly looked OEM. Unfortunately, the truck needs way too much for the price tag. Thanks for the replies. I feel I have a better understanding of what’s acceptable.
