Making a Delica compliant in Canada

[VanVonVan]

Hello Everyone,

I was just curious because I have seen some things that need to be changed (lights, side reflectors) on the Deli to make it compliant in Canada but is there anything else that needs to be done? Or is there a main comman failure or something that is hard to change? My main reason for asking is that there is a dealer where I live (Winnipeg) who does importing to Winnipeg, more commanly the Surf. Now in my search to find a turbo diesel is when I came across the Delica......But i guess my main concern is availibility of parts for the Deli and to actually find a place to work on them if anything goes wrong.

Also I was curious what people are paying for a Deli, because I can get a saftied Surf here for $7500-8500 ..........or I can get an unsaftied Deli for about $6700 shipped to Winnipeg...........so then how much will it cost around to get it saftied??

Thanks a bunch

VanVonVan

[BCDelica]

• Considering how important this is we should have a accurate post in the FAQ area. I haven't stayed on top of it.
  
  Headlights, Must be replaced with a E code LHD housing on mid 90' and early. These are now available through more sources.
  
  All exterior light bulbs should be to changed, including the headlights of a 90', and older model. "The square's" are commonly available, considerably cheaper then the newer style.
  
  Daytime running lights.
  
  Side markers need to be added, the rear marker should lit with the running lights and the front just requires reflectors (correct me if I'm wrong someone). The myself included have rewired the side indicators to work as running lights.
  
  Tires must have a load rating or a DOT stamp, and of course be in good enough shape to pass the inspection.
  
  A high mount rear brake light, there is plenty of options of where to get these from. 1991 and newer models may have one already.
  
  A front end alignment should be done to any JDM RHD fresh off the boat.
  
  Must be mechanical sound and safe to pass inspection, and any repairs that requires.

Feels like I'm missing something, but then I may be thinking of all those necessary Deli tune-ups (maybe) required; torsion bar winding, stereo replacement, front sway arm bushings, EGR valve cleaning, all those 15 year old fluilds and filters, all six belts changed, wheel bearing greasing (hey-they sit, they dry up).............

Cheers and Welcome!
Kev