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  Range Rover 1999 4.6 LPG 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  It looks very much as though my HG (or worse) has cracked. Does anyone know the best course of action? Undriveable now, the thing overheated and the rad...
• Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - 2003 1.6 - Engine lubrication when running on LPG 19 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  Probably an easy answer - if you know it. I don?t ? so I am looking for a person that does! Manufacturers tell us that their petrol has lubricants and other additives included in it for the protection of the engine, the valves, valve seats etc. When running on LPG, what lubricates/protects
• LPG - why the price differences 9 Mar 2012 (Forum)
  Three garages two within a mile of each other and a 4 p a litre difference.   Last night I filled up at one for 76.p a litre. But whilst there I spoke to another 'gas guy' and he said that he had passed Sainsbury's at Beckton where LPG was 69.9 that very day.  He
• Subaru Forester (1997 - 2002) - LPG on a turbo? 21 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  I'm shortly looking at a 2001 Forester Turbo auto with a genuine 35k which has a professionally fitted Prins multi-point lpg system fitted. Now I'm not interested in the pros and cons of lpg in general, I've made my own mind up on that, but I've not had or known anyone with a turbo engine that's
• Mondeo Zetec & LPG 30 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  Help wanted please: In the Backroom archives there is a post from Keith mentioning that the 1.8 Zetec without hydraulic tappets is not suitable for LPG conversion and a Ford technical bulletin is available to confirm this. How can I get a copy of this bulletin and how can I tell if I have
• 5th Gear - LPG 11 Jun 2002 (Forum)
  Following on from tonight's 5th Gear: How many miles per year, and for how many years, would you need to do (and keep the car) to make LPG conversion worthwhile? Car 1.8 litre petrol, just under 2 years old and 18,000 on clock. Does 33mpg on Petrol. FfCP
• LPG & Diesel 19 May 2001 (Forum)
  I have been asked on a couple of occasions for info on converting customers' cars to LPG. Also whether Diesel engines can e converted. I recently saw an advert in Car Mechanics magazine for such kits to convert Diesel engines. Considering offering it as a service. Any opinions/ horror stories
• To LPG or not to LPG... 2 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  wanted a good motorway cruiser). Having moved North, I now have a 1 hour each way commute over about 25 miles to work every day. Although pretty efficient, the car uses a lot of £'s worth of petrol now and so my question is should I: a) Keep the Cavalier and get it converted to LPG, bearing in mind
• Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - 02 1.6 Dual Fuel LPG problems 10 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  Hello peoples, I wonder if there is anyone that could advise me please. I recently purchased a Vauxhall Astravan Dual fuel. I did buy the vehicle with a problem, and that was that it will not tickover on LPG. Runs on petrol ok but misses now and again,It starts first time every time on petrol,when
• LPG Conversions 7 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  Dear All, Has anyone had any "bad experiences" after having an LPG conversion. I'm thinking of having my car "done" (Ford Escort). I've heard of the valve seat recession problem with Zetec engines, but, what about poorer running, over-heating etc. etc. Any views, opinions graetly appreciated
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  Why is my autogas-converted Chrysler Sebring stalling, and why won't Chrysler repair it under warranty? 1 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Chrysler Sebring which was professionally converted to run on autogas. It ran fine for 25,000 miles but then started to stall, particularly when...
• LPG vs Diesel 18 May 2007 (Forum)
  As I drive a diesel car, last night I was chatting with my brother in law who's got a Daewoo Lanos 1.6 with LPG fitted. He was telling me on full tank £20 he achieves around 400 miles. I was really surprised to find that out because there's no way any diesel car would even do 300 miles
• Government grants for LPG conversions - 1 May 2006 (Forum)
  When and how do i get one - any links? Thanks
• LPG or Diesel 17 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  I travel 25k a year and was wondering which is the best type of fuel for economy, Duel fuel or diesel?
• Merc S W140 + LPG 26 Nov 2005 (Forum)
  Direct imports from Germany are tempting, the only problem is fuel consumption. I think that all W140 use straight-six engines ? How do they cope with LPG conversion ? We're talking smaller ones, like 280 or 300 (I guess 300 is actually 3.2) ? - - - - - - - I am the only Pole over here.
• LPG Conversion 29 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  Dear All, I'm thinking of having a LPG conversion on my Ford Escort (1.6L, 16v Zetec). I read in HJ column last week that the Zetec E engines suffered from valve seat recession, how can I tell whether mines and "E" type. Does anyone have any advise (do it, don't do it etc.) John
• LPG 5 Jun 2001 (Forum)
  I am a relatively new reader of this excellent form of motoring exchange so forgive me if this is old hat. I have just read an article by a motoring journalist extolling the virtues of LPG from economy to environment. What are the views of the backroom boys ?. Are there any users who have
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  Can I have an LPG conversion? 12 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I've considered an LPG conversion on my 2.4-litre Hyundai Santa Fe but some installers don't recommend it.However, some do. I believe the problem is...
• LPG - The fuel of the future?? 5 Aug 2001 (Forum)
  I've been out making enquiries about buying a Dual Fuel (Petrol/LPG) car. My experience has been Vauxhall are the only manufacturer with any readily available information but production of cars has been temporarily suspended. The Ford dealer did not have any information whatsoever. VW does
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  Vapour trial 30 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a large 4x4. Having read reviews including your own I am drawn to the VW Touareg 3.0 diesel but to get the spec I want I need the Altitude...