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First things first- Look up the car on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) list of import-eligible vehicles.Dont forget to subscribe it always helps my channel 😁
I payed a professional to install mine. Did the whole thing with insulated liner and a cap. The tax credit paid for the labor so it was basically installed for free.
If Lexus won’t provide the letter, you can try gathering documentation that shows the car meets U.S. safety and emissions standards yourself. Look into the NHTSA and EPA guidelines for importing vehicles. You might need to make modifications to comply with U.S. regulations, and then have it inspected once it’s here. You could also contact U.S. Customs to see if there are alternative ways to prove compliance without the manufacturer’s letter. Just make sure all your paperwork is in order before crossing the border. Once it’s here, you can take it to a state-certified inspection station for the final checks. Before that, ensure you’ve got all the paperwork lined up, like proof of compliance or any necessary modifications. Keep it simple and handle each step as you go.
so i want to buy a e92 m3 from canada and i live in washington state close by the border, how exactly do i know that the epa emissions allow it to go by the border?
If you’re looking to bring an E92 M3 from Canada into Washington, check the label under the hood or inside the driver’s door. It should say if it meets U.S. EPA standards. If it’s good for both U.S. and Canada, you’re set. If not, you’ll need to handle mods before crossing the border. Just make sure to grab EPA Form 3520-1 when importing. Shouldn’t be too complicated, but double-check to avoid any hassle. If you haven’t already, please subscribe to the channel it always helps!
Hi I appreciate this content, I’m looking forward for an update procedure cause Toyota stopped giving out compliance letter which the only thing that hindering us to register out Highlander to California.
Thanks for the comment! Yeah, Toyota stopping the compliance letters is a pain. Without that letter, getting the car registered in California becomes tricky since the DMV relies on it for proof the car meets U.S. emissions standards. You might want to look into getting the car inspected by a CARB-certified referee station, which can verify if it meets California emissions rules. It’s an extra step, but it could be your best shot if Toyota won’t help. If you haven’t already please subscribe!
I am Canadian Citizen living in TX. I have US drivers license and US address. 1 Canadian bank account. no Canadian address. How I buy car? dealers need Canadian address & not ready to sell. please advise.
To import a car from Canada to the USA, use your Canadian bank account to purchase it, use a temporary Canadian address if needed, ensure the car meets US EPA and DOT standards, obtain necessary documentation, fill out customs forms and notify the border, pay duties, transport the car, then register and insure it in Texas using your US address and driver's license, and complete any required safety inspections. Don't forget to Subscribe! Thanks for watching.
Sadly, we are at a dead end as Mercedes will not issue a letter of compliance. Border patrol also advised us Mercedes is the only manufacturer who will not issue such EPA compliance letters. Even if the label on the vehicle states it meets EPA requirements. We would also need the compliance letter. Thank you for your lengthy response.
Your other option is to bring it to a registered imported as a substitute for the compliance letter. Toyota doesn't issue letters anymore either and that's what I'm doing with my vehicle.
@@victorn3579 the compliance letter is available online! Follow these steps Go to the Search page of EPA's Transportation and Air Quality Document Index System. • Choose "Certificates of Conformity" for Compliance Document Type. • Choose the industry (e.g., "Light-duty Vehicles and Trucks" for passenger cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs). • Choose the appropriate model year of the vehicle. • Choose the appropriate manufacturer of the vehicle. • Type in the vehicle model. • Skip the "Keyword Search" field. • Click on the "Search" button. • Save and/or print the PDF file.
@@tomc2690 That is only the EPA emissions conformity. Not the one you need stating it is safe for the road. The EPA sticker is already on the underside of the hood on my vehicle. I am getting it done in Michigan, it was a bit of a drive for me. Total cost is 1200 or so.
Hey man, if you're bringing a car over from Canada to the USA and it's over 25 years old, it's pretty straightforward. Here’s what you need to know: 1. **Oldies Get a Free Pass**: Cars 25 years or older don’t have to meet the strict safety and emissions standards that newer cars do. That means less hassle for you. 2. **Documentation**: You’ll need to prove the car’s age with the original title or registration. 3. **Customs Forms**: When you get to the border, you’ll need to fill out CBP Form 7501 (Entry Summary), DOT Form HS-7, and EPA Form 3520-1. It’s a bit of paperwork, but nothing too crazy. 4. **Duty Fees**: There’s a duty fee, usually about 2.5% of the car’s value. Just something to keep in mind. 5. **Shipping It Over**: Get the car shipped over, no need for a broker. Just handle the paperwork yourself. 6. **State Requirements**: Once the car’s in the U.S., you’ll need to register and title it according to your state’s rules. Check with your local DMV for the specifics. So, importing a 25-year-old car is pretty manageable. A bit of paperwork and a small fee, but you’ll be cruising in no time.
@@BBQandBolts ow man man thank you a hundred times for all this info ..that’ feel good knowing that I bought an old international drill truck it’s like an 1983 I was worry about that a lot but Man you save me thank you 🙏🏿 🙏🏿
With this install will this actually great your house? Or is it more for the look. I have a 2 story house and have been wondering if this would actually heat my whole house and not just the room the stove is in?
@@jahmezis45 Every house is different: Some rooms have lower doors and exits that could block the heat. This particular home was a 1 story. Like I said, heat rises so that 2nd story will feel the benefit the most of your fire. Even if it's on the other side of the property. Just make sure you get a stove that is rated to heat the square footage of your home and you should be golden!
Great video, I'm searching this because I need to pick up a car in Canada. It's an older GM 1994, I have a few questions, who fills out the HS7 form, and is there anything else. I heard there is a DOT form as well or is it the same one? As far as duties it's only $ 6K so was the first 800 on the purchase value or the duties owed?
I'm glad you found the video helpful! The HS7 form is usually filled out by the importer, but it's always good to double-check with the customs office for any additional forms.
Imported my own car from Canada when moved to US. Have all the import paperwork. Now trying to sell my car in US. Carmax is asking for an import sticker. I don't know what that is. Any idea?
The import sticker is a document that confirms your car has successfully cleared customs and meets the necessary safety and environmental standards for the US market. You can contact the customs office or the agency that handled your import for assistance. Thanks for watching!
You said you moved from Texas from up north, what part of Texas are you in? I'm in north Texas, just NW of Dallas about 30 or so miles. You've been here awhile, do you like it better here than where you came from?
Just had this same thing happen on my 03 Ex. About to tackle the job coming up but I’m trying to figure out where that larger 5/8” hose runs to in your video. I see where the 1/4” line attaches on the manifold but can’t tell where the large hose ties into
I think your professional made a terrible mistake, that collar on top should be turned over. That’s gonna be a funnel, collects water and dump it down in your chimney.
That cap was over each part . I can see the worry but when installing it and after I had no worries that it would happen. And still don’t think it would. The cap protected it really well. Which you can’t really see in the Video maybe.
I think that pan up top was installed upside down. You want water running off, not into a trough. Also it's important to put stove cement around the joint at the stove. It's also a good idea to pack the space around the liner just above the stove with fireproof insulation to keep house air from going up inside the chimney.
Yep it was either smoke backup since the flange was too tall for the chimney cap, or put it the other way. I think depending on where you live and the weather is the key to this. In the PNW, not a lot of wind with that rain. I spoke to a professional that had been doing this for about 4 decades, and he said it wouldnt matter. (In WA) Now in a state like Texas, or mid west- where storms go sideways, might be a problem! But the rain coming straight down in WA with an overhang completely blocking this-- I chose to put it that way. Instead of backing up smoke into the house. Lesser of 2 evils. That's why the channel's tagline is "Good Enough"! lol
@@BBQandBolts I would have taken the abrasive disc to the flange. And/or use a taller cap. You're gonna see water coming down the liner and rust in your stove.
Good work! Block off the chimney with appropriate insulation the sheet metal or aluminum right above the unit? Likely loosing "a lot" of heat up the chimney. Blocking off will cause the lower masonry to become an energy efficient heat sink perhaps gaining you 10-20% more efficiency.
Why wouldn't you clamp the chimney liner to the cap at the top? In my area having the chimney liner wrapped in insulation/fireblanket, and sealed at both ends to the stove and the cap are required for code. I was told this is to prevent chimney fire/sparks/combustion inside the chimney between the liner and the inside walls of the existing chimney. Just curious, thanks for the detailed video.
I want to buy a csx in canada. Identical to 8th gen civics here in usa. as long as there is a decals on the door jambs that says it should be okay to drive to us, can i just cross the border back and drive it all the way california?
no just sawed it off and left it in. But yes, it is ELIMINATED. As in not in use. Heck if I would have taken it out we wouldn't need this video at all would we :D
MAN IS YOU CANADA EXPERT STILL AROUND FOR ADVICE I WOULD PAPAL HIM THE SITUATION IM UP AGAINST WITH WANTING TO GET THIS 4X4 FROM CANADA... BUT THERES A DEEPER LOOP HOLE I NEED TO RUN BUY HIM
There is going to be a pond in that top plate from rain that is blowing sideways and leaking into the liner and the inside of the chimney. I don’t know what chimney professional told you to do that with the top plate, but that’s not professional. He should’ve told you to put the top plate on correctly and tighten the clamp correctly so the new liner doesn’t sag over time and fail. He should’ve also told you to buy the correct size chimney cap that fits the whole chimney, or even a 6” round cap that fits directly over the round storm collar of the top plate so it will accommodate the liner top kit. Now the chimney has much bigger problems. The chimney professionals business should be mentioned in this video so nobody ever hires him/her again!
Audi won't give me an epa letter for a 2021 Q7, they are saying I have to use a registered importer. Any thoughts on that? Also, dealer wants to charge me GST. I'm in New York trying to import a 2021 Q7 from Canada.
Importing a car from Canada can be tricky! Audi might not provide an EPA compliance letter for your Q7 because of emission standards differences. You’ll need to work with a Registered Importer to get it U.S. ready. For the GST, the dealer usually charges it unless you can show it’s being exported-then you might get exempt. Don’t forget about the import duties in the U.S., which are typically 2.5% for cars, plus any state fees and taxes. Make sure all your paperwork is in order, including the bill of sale and title. Good luck with your Q7 import!
@@BBQandBolts Thanks. I gave up. The registered importer still required me to get the necessary emission paperwork, which I couldn't get so it was a dead end.
Well, I imported my wife from Canada and she came with a 2022 Mercedes :). The Mercedes was made in Germany, but it does have an EPA approval decal. We are being told so many different things to do, it’s frustrating. Like to go back to the border and do this and that, we’re in Florida. We love the car and will fight for it. If you have any advice, we need it asap as CAN and USA insurance are about to both cut us off coverage too
@@tomc2690 Hey man, sounds like you're dealing with a bit of a mess with that Mercedes. Here’s the lowdown on what you should do: 1. **EPA Approval Decal**: That’s a good start. The EPA approval sticker means the car meets U.S. emissions standards, which is a big win. 2. **Customs Paperwork**: You still need to make sure you’ve got all your customs forms sorted. That’s CBP Form 7501 (Entry Summary), DOT Form HS-7, and EPA Form 3520-1. If you missed any of these at the border, you might have to go back and get them done. 3. **Florida Registration**: Once you’ve got all the customs stuff in order, you’ll need to register the car in Florida. Check with your local DMV to see exactly what they need. They might want to inspect the car and verify the paperwork. 4. **Insurance**: Since both Canadian and U.S. insurance are giving you grief, make sure you explain to them that the car meets U.S. standards (thanks to that EPA decal). Sometimes just getting the right person on the phone can help sort things out. 5. **Stay Persistent**: It’s frustrating, but stay on top of it. If you have all the right paperwork and the car meets U.S. standards, you should be able to get this sorted. If you really hit a wall, consider reaching out to a local import/export specialist for advice, but it sounds like you’re close. Just need to push through the red tape. Good luck, man! Thanks for watching and don’t forget to subscribe 😁
Absolutely! For a non-operational vehicle from an IAAI auction in Canada, you'll need specialized transport like a tow or flatbed service to get it into the U.S. Remember, all the usual import rules still apply-EPA and DOT compliance is a must. Make sure your paperwork is spot-on, including purchase documents and proof of compliance with U.S. standards. A Registered Importer can help simplify this process, especially with the conversion and paperwork. Good luck with your import!
If you're looking to buy a 2010 Savana van from Canada and you're in Arizona, you'll want to start by finding a shipping company that handles international vehicle transport to bring the van to you. Make sure you check with a Registered Importer to see if any modifications are needed for U.S. compliance with the DOT and EPA. Also, coordinate with a customs broker to help handle the importation paperwork and duties you’ll need to pay. Don’t forget to check that the vehicle meets Arizona's vehicle registration requirements too. Good luck with your purchase! Don't forget to like and subscribe!
That No Sag No Leak Top Plate that U modified was Good until U installed it upside down, The Liner needed to be Secured to the Top Plate and U didn’t use the Correct Cap on Top! Heavy Rains Will Surely be leaking into that House!!!
Yep, you are correct! But People who only want to spend $20 instead of $200 are usually OK to deal with that. They just want to be able to get into their car....;)
Unfortunately if I would have put it the other way it wouldnt have left enough room for the smoke to clear out on the cap then you get backup smoke in your house. I spoke with the professional beforehand and he suggested this. So far so good .
i like the idea.. but (most) wood builder fireplaces are NT rated for the extreme heat of an insert.... (reg fire burns WAY COOLER then that box gets...) has this been inspected by a fire code guy? or a chimney installer and given the "green light"? i'm considering but i dont want to kill mysef or my kiddos while sleeping.. and i have too many guns i dont want to melt either.....the gun safe wont survive a house fire!!! haha i'd prefer to cut a hole thru the dude of the house and rout e correct side wall pipe vs burning down my house... IDk... i'm from WV.. never tossed a stove into a house but i'm sure it cannot be hard... just the whole die in your sleep or kill your family kinda gets to me.
If you get an insert with a catalyst then the exhaust will be much cooler. Also, if you insulate your liner then it can be closer to combustibles. My chimney doesn't have a 2" gap from the framing in the attic so I'm going to install a liner with insulation.
What if my Canadian cars are in USA as I’ve moved for work. Now I’d like to import my Canadian cars to USA. Do I need to go back to the boarder? Both my cars have the emission sticker and Canadian safety stickers
No need to head back to the border for this. Since your cars are already in the USA and have the required emission stickers, you're partway there. However, you'll still need to complete the formal import process. This involves filing the proper DOT and EPA forms, which can often be handled through a Registered Importer (RI) to ensure compliance with U.S. safety and emission standards. Additionally, make sure to check with your local DMV for any state-specific requirements or inspections needed to fully register the cars in your new state. Thanks for watching! Don't forget to like and subscribe!
