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| Can I have my vehicle converted to run on LPG ? How Safe Are LPG Autogas Engine Systems? What savings will I make by converting to LPG ? How much will it cost ? Where will the LPG tank be fitted ? How long does the conversion take ? Will I achieve more MPG after the conversion ? Where can I fill up ? How do I use the LPG refuelling pump ? What happens if I run out of LPG ? How often should the LPG system be serviced ? What about my insurance ? What is LPG ? Can I still use petrol ? |
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| Can I have my vehicle converted to run on LPG ? Most four stroke spark ignition engines can be converted to LPG, which range from older carburettor vehicles to fuel injected vehicle, with or without catalytic convertors, and closed loop fuel injection systems. Some newer vehicles are now coming with direct fuel injection; we can only convert these vehicles if a conversion kit is available for your vehicle. Back To FAQs |
| How Safe Are LPG Autogas Engine Systems? The LPG Autogas system in today’s modern vehicle is designed to be safe: safe in use, safe to repair and safe even in a vehicle accident. The Autogas system has a number of important safety features including: A 3mm welded steel pressure cylinder which is stress-tested to many times its normal operating pressure, two electronically controlled shut-off solenoids valves one on the LPG tank and the other under bonnet which stop the flow of gas to the engine if the engine stops for any reason, pressure relief valves for the tank and the system, to prevent any pressure build up in the system. The filling side has double check valves to ensure gas tight filling, and a sealed compartments and venting around valves and pipe-work to ensure no LPG enters the interior of the vehicle. Back To FAQs |
| What savings will I make by converting to LPG ? By converting to LPG, you will save up to 50% of your fuel costs (current costs of LPG is 53p per litre August 2009), as well as lower road tax on vehicles registered after 2001 and reduced wear on the engine. Back To FAQs |
| How much will it cost ? This can vary from £1,000 to £2,500 + VAT depending on the vehicle being converted, the type of system being installed and the number of tanks fitted. Back To FAQs |
| Where will the LPG tank be fitted ? This depends on the vehicle being converted and could be in the spare wheel well, in the boot or underneath the vehicle. You will be advised of the best option for your vehicle. Back To FAQs |
| How long does the conversion take ? This can take between 3 and 6 days depending on the conversion. Back To FAQs |
| Will I achieve more MPG after the conversion ? No. There is a loss of mileage on LPG of between 5% - 15%, but when you bear in mind the cost of LPG over petrol or diesel this loss is insignificant. Back To FAQs |
| Where can I fill up ? There are over 1400 refueling stations in the UK. For a list of filling points go to Click Here Back To FAQs |
How do I use the LPG refuelling pump ? You can down load refuelling instructions by clicking on the pdf icon here ®  Back To FAQs |
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| What happens if I run out of LPG ? The system will automatically switch back over to petrol if you run out LPG. Once your vehicle is convert it will be bi-fuel, so you can use ether petrol or LPG. Back To FAQs |
| How often should the LPG system be serviced ? The LPG system should only need to be serviced once a year or ever 12000 miles by an LPGA approved installer, and preferably returned to the original installer for servicing. You will be informed of the servicing requirements in your user guide which you will receive with your certificate of conversion. This is usually a simple annual safety check and changing LPG filters. Back To FAQs |
| What about my insurance ? It is wise to check with your insurance company before converting, and you must inform them once the conversion has been carried out as it can invalidate your cover if not declared. There should be no increase in your premium provided an approved installer has converted the vehicle. You must also inform DVLA to enable the registration document to be amended. Back To FAQs |
| What is LPG ? LPG is the generic name for commercial propane and commercial butane which are products produced by the oil and gas industries. When compressed moderately at normal temperature it becomes a liquid. When gas is withdrawn from a cylinder the pressure drops and the liquid reverts to gas. The expansion ratio of gas from liquid is 270 : 1 which means that you will get 270 litres of gas for every litre of liquid LPG. Therefore it is a significant advantage to transport it in liquid form. LPG is heavier than air and when released with little velocity it drops to the ground. Because LPG has no natural odour, a distinctive odorant is added so that it will be noticeable should a leak occur. Back To FAQs |
| Can I still uses petrol ... ? Yes, the bi-fuel capability of the conversion can double your range. Modern day LPG systems offer changeover of the fuel type while on the move. Back To FAQs |
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