I have a 83 z28 that has a 305, problem is that the car always reaks of gas and most likely the problem is that someone took all of the emission control junk and ripped it out. I have a question to whether i save up to buy a new engine or if i buy emission control stuff. Also if i buy a new engine i am only 16 so i dont know much about cars yet so that would be a good learning process. Also how much of a budget would i need for a new engine?

 

just replacing the engine isn't gonna solve the fuel vapor issue.

 

if you have emissions tests, youll need the emissions stuff whether you build a new motor or not. unless you find an inspector willing to "take tips".

 

the 83 is mechanical advance? or is it controlled by a computer... all you may need is a tune of your Carb and or timing...

 

pretty sure its all mechanical

 

don't waste your time by putting air injection on unless you have to because of emission laws. do you have any codes set?

 

how would i fix the emissions,because im tired of smelling like gas all the time and people that follow me tell me that you can smell gas to

 

well if you don't have a computer on board, then you will have to take it to someone who can adjust your air/fuel mixture... if you do have a computer on board, then you will need to again have your carburetor adjusted and replace some sensors...

 

Where is the smell coming from? Under the car, under the hood, or the tank area?

 

umm idk i will check our where the smell is coming from all i know is that i start it up and it smells like gas when im driving and when i get out i smell like gas