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Old 10-04-2011, 07:34 AM   #1
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Default anyone running a propane conversion?

was looking into some stuff (i know, i need to quit doin this crap) about alternate fuels: e85, e100, propane, etc...

was wondering if anyone on here is running a propane conversion (doubtful), or if anyone has experience with propane?

in reading, it would work great with a boosted or high compression app, due to its high octane rating (100-110), be cleaner burning/runnin (less crap in the motor, lower sulfur content, less emissions, etc...) could have more power potential if tuned right, and cost less than regular gasoline.

most kits ive seen for MPFI/forced induction cars use a blow-thru mixer. mostly these kits are low maintenance and tuning, as propane is self regulating, even under boost. the only thing you have to do is run a reference port to up the gas with boost pressure (like a rising rate fuel pressure regulator).

the only bad thing ive come up with so far is mileage (most report the same mileage or very slight amounts less) and availability (cant run to the store at midnight and fuel up).

cost for the kits can be high, so they would take a while to pay for themselves.

another advantage for me (off roader) is that propane can operate at any vehicle angle (extreme entry/exit angles) so no stalling and no uncovering the fuel pickup.

often times people have spoken of the safety aspect of propane vs. gas. being that due to higher construction standards, propane tanks are safer in a collision. idk if i agree with this, cuz if a tank gets punctured, poof and all it takes is one ignition source...then again, same for a gas tank

mostly im just lookin for opinions and to see if anyone has experience with propane.

commence discussion!
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