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Old May 2, 2024 | 02:39 AM
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1978 f100 state ref

My truck was no op for a out 3 4 years I recently switched it and found out I needed a state ref to pass before clearing smog. Not sure why I got thr ref. Has anyone experienced this?
 
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Old May 4, 2024 | 03:34 PM
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Old May 4, 2024 | 04:40 PM
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That post is incomprehensible. You’re going to need to clarify a little bit and do some proofreading so folks here can help you. I have no idea what you’re talking about.
 
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Old May 5, 2024 | 06:41 AM
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I bet he lives in California and as I understand it, the State Ref (referee) is a program to cover emission regulations and inspections for required exhaust parts ect...Then you take it to get a emissions check. AKA Smog ck/sniffer test.

What does the state ref check for? Resolving an emissions-related citation: A Referee can inspect your vehicle and provide guidance on bringing it into compliance if you have received a ticket for modified emission controls or excessive exhaust noise.

Viper P...a NO OP, means it is registered as a None Operatable vehicle, so no current license plate tag is required. Or something like that. He will have to take the truck to a State Referee station and get it inspected 1st. Some states make it no fun to own a old Ford truck.


 
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Old May 5, 2024 | 08:33 AM
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YET ANOTHER REASON.... I am glad I don't live in commie fornia.
Just sayin'.


 
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Old May 5, 2024 | 09:03 AM
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Glad someone understood that. I thought I was going crazy.
 
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I mean I did have to Google it and still probably have it wrong. But thankfully I live in a state that does not have all that stuff to go thru.
 
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