Auto-LPG Conversion Thread

[n5110]

Went to Greenfuel >2 months ago to have it checked and if I'm not mistaken, they just made some adjustments with the vaporizer screw. Since then, my LPG has been flawless...(touch-wood)

Cheers!

Tanda niyo pa ba kung anung tatak ng vaporizer na naka install sa kotse niyo?

To those who don't use synth oils for their LPG rides, i was at ACE Hardware yesterday and i saw they have mineral Mobil Oil (15W-40) labeled for use with LPG engines.

na try niyo na ba? magkano per liter? im using top1 synthetic oil, dahil matanda na rin yung oto ko.

matagal na ganito ang naging prob ko, hirap ang idle ko and hard starting talaga, then brought it back to GF then pinalitan nila yung manual valve sa intake ng lpg, yung screw type na blue plastic valve, di naman halos nagbago ang pag start, kaylangan lang na normal operating temp na (half nung temp guage) before i switch to lpg, otherwise, hirap ang idle ko til mag stall, worse is yung may parang uutot sa system na parang makaclog na at ayaw na mag start totally sa lpg. to be continued sa reply sa baba . . .

sa mga nakapag palit na ng parts which is out of warranty na, pwede ba natin i compare ang prices dito? (not sure if allowed ito, pero just to give an idea how much ang expected gastos natin pag may nasira.)

Solenoid valve (Petrol) 1K (discounted from 1.5K)

kadalasan i wait for the engine temp to go normal (1/2 gauge) before switching to lpg para smooth ang takbo when lpg is use.

about sa vaporiser repair 1.5k ang charge ng GF. nakita ko na kung pano nila binaklas. hinde naman ganun kahirap i balik kaya next time ako na siguro ang gagawa nito.

ito nga lang ang problema pag may sira ang lpg natin, walang available na parts sa ordinary car parts shops.

[vinj]

Its around P 800+ per gallon.

[gigor]

pwede ba lpg sa automatic na car?

anu pala best na LPG conversion kit?

thanks

[ghosthunter]

pwede ba lpg sa automatic na car?

It doesn't matter if your car is automatic or manual.

anu pala best na LPG conversion kit?

Depends on the engine type you have (carb or efi).

typically:
carb - venturi kit type
efi - sgi kit type

As for which company to do the conversion, I would suggest one that is conveniently located to you because if you need to have it serviced, the nearer the shop is to you, the better.

[bigfootoz]

GOOD DAY MGA Sir!!!

long time no post..hehehe....

Still with ECONOGAS but becasue of this recent events ....lumubog yung office namin....hanggang tuhod yung baha..........sa 2nd floor...hehehe

Were renovating the office a litttle...but business still continues...

Our office tel no. is still out...but you can reach me or txt me at 0922888MIKE(6453) for your inquires or questions...

Wala ba tayo Grand EB sir GH?????

Tnx

[straker]

To LPG'ers,

This thread is 4yrs old and still going. Just want to know if there are any major breakthroughs in the LPG systems (venturi or SGI).


Hello BigFootoz,

Your website is down for months. Any plans reviving it?

[ghosthunter]

To LPG'ers,

This thread is 4yrs old and still going. Just want to know if there are any major breakthroughs in the LPG systems (venturi or SGI).

There is still some R&D work being done for Auto-LPG for diesel engines but nothing ready for consumers.

One thing to note though. Since Auto-LPG converted cars do not use gasoline as much, your tank of gasoline will last many weeks or even months. In that case, you might want to avoid E10 gasoline because this type of gasoline tends to "expire" in three weeks (in my experience). Symptoms of expired gasoline would include rough idle and low power when running on gasoline mode.

[oceanrider88]

In your opinion, would an LPG install lower or increase the resale value of your car?

How much is the cheapest EFI emulator in the market now? And where do I get it?

[ghosthunter]

In your opinion, would an LPG install lower or increase the resale value of your car?

Depends on the buyer and what kit you installed. Getting the cheapest kit might not be the best option if you want best resale value.

How much is the cheapest EFI emulator in the market now? And where do I get it?

You can try calling the listed installers.

AUTO-LPG Installers Contact Information
http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50159

[Altis6453]

Can anyone tell me if this is a good price? I called Green Fuel and they quoted a price of Php39k for an LPG kit installation on a Nissan X-Trail, plus Php3K if I opt for the toroidal tank. Installation takes about a day, provided I bring it in early in the morning.

[ghosthunter]

Can anyone tell me if this is a good price? I called Green Fuel and they quoted a price of Php39k for an LPG kit installation on a Nissan X-Trail, plus Php3K if I opt for the toroidal tank. Installation takes about a day, provided I bring it in early in the morning.

The price is just right for the SGI-LPG kit. The toroidal tank is a good option to get if you want to keep a flat cargo area in the back.

[Altis6453]

Thanks, GH. I've been hearing good things about Green Fuel, but a lot of people also swear by Macro for being generally reliable.

[vinj]

Can anyone tell me if this is a good price? I called Green Fuel and they quoted a price of Php39k for an LPG kit installation on a Nissan X-Trail, plus Php3K if I opt for the toroidal tank. Installation takes about a day, provided I bring it in early in the morning.

Same price i paid for my kit last year.

[aysiyadi]

What are the advantages of the split fuel system (e.g. econogas vogas split fuel system where gas is injected simulteneously with lpg) versus the SGI system? Do the advantages offset the higher cost?

I am planning on converting a 98 camry.

[ghosthunter]

What are the advantages of the split fuel system (e.g. econogas vogas split fuel system where gas is injected simulteneously with lpg) versus the SGI system? Do the advantages offset the higher cost?

I am planning on converting a 98 camry.

Some engines do not respond well with LPG. They can idle rough and have poor performance. In these cases, dual-fuel LPG+petrol injection system are recommended. It is more expensive.

A Toyota Camry takes to LPG very well. So just get the SGI system.

[oceanrider88]

Thanks. Can you guys post pics of your lpg gauges / switches please? I am curious to see how it looks and if there are gauges that would fit oem blank switches. Thanks

[ghosthunter]

Thanks. Can you guys post pics of your lpg gauges / switches please? I am curious to see how it looks and if there are gauges that would fit oem blank switches. Thanks

You can search via tsikot/google search:

Nissan Sentra N16:
http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=51318

Honda CRV gen2:
http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=51320

Honda City iDSi 1.3L:
http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=51321

Mazda3 1.6L:
http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=51322

[oceanrider88]

What are the advantages of the split fuel system (e.g. econogas vogas split fuel system where gas is injected simulteneously with lpg) versus the SGI system? Do the advantages offset the higher cost?

I am planning on converting a 98 camry.

What is the current fuel consumption of your camry city/highway if I may ask?

[oceanrider88]

Is that the only kind of LPG switch available?

Are there LTO incentives for LPG users? Like lower registration for LPG equipped vehicles?

[ghosthunter]

Is that the only kind of LPG switch available?

depends on the installer's kit. The links I posted are the ones used by GREENFUEL. Other installers use a different style switch but overall similar in look and function.

NAIADS older venturi kits use a switch/LED display that displays numeric percentage for the tank level.

Are there LTO incentives for LPG users? Like lower registration for LPG equipped vehicles?

You wish. This is the Philippines. No such thing.