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Bought car with faulty LPG system, dealer says sold as seen. 2 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
3 weeks ago I bought an R reg Mercedes S500 from a second hand car dealer. I bought the car as it was fitted with LPG. The car stalls randomly on gas and... -
Diesel engines and LPG conversions 28 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
1.It seems to me that the modern trend for buying diesels may be more fashion driven than technology driven. Modern diesels are so full of complicated... -
Can a bi-fuel car run on petrol only? 23 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
I've been offered £450 off the list price for the Bi-Fuel Dacia Sandero, but there are no LPG stations near me. Should I take it and run it on petrol only,... -
Is the Bi-fuel Dacia Sandero a good option? 20 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
Is the Dacia Sandero Stepway Bi-fuel version a good option? What are the advantages and disadvantages over the petrol-only engine? -
Gas trick influencer 4 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
Many adverts for LPG converted Range Rovers claim that vehicles so converted, will be TfL congestion charge exempt, yet a conversation with someone from... -
Cheap LPG? 16 Oct 2001 (Forum)
I, like many of the rest of you, am not particularly impressed with the extortionate petrol prices in this country. Never a huge problem whilst I lived in London, I have now emigrated to the North West and have to use my car every day for work and clock up about 20k pa. Now, LPG is a great -
Which small car to convert to LPG?? 12 Jan 2017 (Forum)
I have decided to go down the LPG route having been advised that small diesel cars can be troublesome. I assume the amount of miles the car does on petrol etc will be the same in gas, so I would need a high mpg petrol car. Could anyone recommend something like a fiesta, Peugeot ??? Any -
Mercedes SLK200 - Convert to LPG 15 Aug 2013 (Forum)
I'm thinking of buying a Mercedes sLK200 (2004 to 2006) and getting it converted to LPG to make the running costs more reasonable. I'm planning to keep the car approx 8 yrs and will do 12k per year. Will converting it have a negative effect on lifespan of engine? Not too worried about whether -
LPG runs faster ! Ford Transit. 2 litre 14 Apr 2004 (Forum)
MY transit 2 litre ohc van with Tartarini LPG conversion has saved me loadsa money over the past year. It is fast, quiet and does 5 miles per litre @37.9p ish. It has however recently developed a wish to run faster on LPG than on petrol. It starts and runs fine but when it is on gas the revs dont -
LPG gas conversion 29 Mar 2007 (Forum)
Having found that sad little Hyundai Santa Fe falls into the persecuted band G VED rating (must be lowest emissions car that does) I'm wondering at what point to take a big financial hit by changing to an older 4x4 (not G rated even if higher emissions) or perhaps get it converted to run on LPG -
Should I buy a Dacia Duster Bi-Fuel LPG? 26 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a Dacia Duster. The salesperson at the dealer has told me there is a new LPG version of the Duster. What do you think about the... -
If I buy a small van that runs on LPG - will I be able to drive it around Europe? 16 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in buying a small camper (Transit size). I am concerned about new diesel regulations but I want to be able to tour Europe. What base model... -
What should I have checked on my LPG-converted Subaru Impreza as it reaches 110,000 miles? 20 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2002 Subaru Impreza saloon 2-litre automatic. I bought it from a main dealer in 2007 and had it converted to run on LPG. I get it regularly serviced... -
Vaux Omega LPG Conversion-advice needed 5 Jan 2012 (Forum)
Hi All, I have made the descision to convert my car to LPG (its a 2.6 Omega). Could anyone give me the benefit of their experience in what I should look out for in terms of choosing the best system (by manufacturer) and pros and cons of emulation/non emulation systems. Also, what should I look -
Isuzu Trooper 3.2 v6 90,000km - to convert or not to convert to lpg 17 Aug 2010 (Forum)
my isuzu trooper with 90,000 km milage, has been a very reliable and comfortable vehicle for me, but with gasoline prices as it is now, i am thinking of converting to lpg. does anybody have any experience with such a convertion. tartarini kits are available in the manila are they any good -
Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - LPG and petrol MOT testing emissions. 31 Aug 2008 (Forum)
How do VOSA/MOT testing stations test a dual fuelled car? Is the emission testing done on both fuel types or just one? Does LPG or Petrol give a lower emissions reading? Is it best to take your car in after a good run out & 'hot' or just take it in stone cold? -
Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - Urgently needed - LPG service centre South Yorks' 7 Jan 2008 (Forum)
I am looking for a reliable LPG authorised service station in South Yorkshire as all of my local Vauxhall dealerships are now dropping servicing all dual fuel vehicles. Something to do with with software updates on their diagnostic equipment not being available. Any pointers please? -
e-bay Cars 26 Oct 2006 (Forum)
Having bought 2 and an LPG conversion from eBay I wouldn't do it again without seeing the cars. Photos cannot show the REAL condition of a car and the wording of ads are 'carefully' prepared. LPG conversions - don't bother 75% of the MPG, a smaller tank and therefore range, slow and smelly fill -
LPG/Duel fuel systems 7 Jul 2005 (Forum)
hello, I've just taken delivery of a 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 Berlina. To my amazement it's (factory/dealer) fitted with an LPG duel fuel system. I know absolutely nothing about duel fuel and it would appear that my googling skills are not what they once were. :( I'm after someone -
Bayonett Cap for LPG Filler Cap 8 Sep 2003 (Forum)
I've recently had the filler cap to my LPG filler point nicked and I can't find a replacement (NB: tried going back to the people who did the conversion and they've gone bust). It's got a bayonett fitting that looks very much like a conventional light fitting for a domestic light bulb - does