Can an older model year vehicle be converted?
o A certified retrofit system applies to a specific engine for a specific model year (i.e. 2008 Ford E-450 6.8L 8BAFH06.89NN (EPA)). Installations must be completed within the same calendar year as the manufacture of the vehicle. Small volume manufacturers (SVM) can file additional documentation and pay a fee to the EPA to convert a certified previous model-year retrofit system in later years; however this fee can be substantial. Typically SVM’s do not retrofit used vehicles, unless their projected sales volume will cover the cost. Overall, it is not cost effective to convert older vehicles unless the vehicle has very low mileage and will now be driven enough miles to recoup the investment in fuel savings. At this time, Baker does not install systems for vehicles manufactured prior to 2008.
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