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  • Citroen C2 by Loeb 16 16V VTS - Citroen C2 - Teleflex GFI -> LPG Ignition problem 27 Mar 2011 (Forum)
    If you could help me with this problem or if you could give me a hint on this...   a question regarding the Teleflex GFI - LPG systems. I'm unable to find the main site (help#1).   The problem is, that I have installed their system (4 cylinder
  • Ignition or carburetor problem. BMW 316 4 Mar 2006 (Forum)
    I have 1.6 liter '87 E30 BMW 316 with Pierburg 1B2 carburetor and LPG conversion. It has only 30000 miles on the clock, and was not in use for 7 years (but was started and let at idle for ~20 min every month). I started to use it now, and all worked perfect for 1000 miles, but now engine
  • LPG Conversion Problem. Toyota Carina. 14 Sep 2004 (Forum)
    I have just had my Toyota Carina 2.0i (1992 model) with 20,000 miles converted to LPG. The car in question is mechanically sound. The system installed was a carburetor type installation and the car is now dual fuel with the ability to run on petrol and gas. I am having three problems
  • LPG conversions 20 Nov 2001 (Forum)
    LPG conversion offers reduced fuel costs for petrol engined vehicles but the cost of having a conversion fitted seems quite high at around £1000. Considering that the Government will put the tax up as soon as they start to lose significant revenue it seems that the only way to gain from
  • Rover 25 lpg 2003 model 1.6 - Car battery advice 4 Jul 2014 (Forum)
    I will only be using my car on the weekends as I have to work far away. Shall I disconnect my negative terminal on my battery each week or leave the...
  • Lpg fitters in Sussex 23 Mar 2003 (Forum)
    I live in the sussex area and hope someone can help. Can anyone recommend a fitter in the sussex area, as I am having problems finding one. Although...
  • Which used car is best for the commute to work? 29 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I'm getting rid of my (reliable but thirsty) Ford Mondeo and need something reliable for a commute to work which is nearly 30 miles each way, with frequent...
  • Buying a used car for £5000-7000 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I own a Toyota Carina with 147,000 miles, which has been very reliable and going well. Of course there are some age related issues on it, but it passed...
  • 1999 R reg Chrysler Grand Voyager 3.3 LE LPG - Chrysler Grand Voyager 3.3 LE LPG help wanted... 10 Jun 2010 (Forum)
    I have read the previous posts about immobiliser problems and dash circuit boards going on these models.  MerlinTec, Simon, has provided spot on...
  • The generator game 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Why are hybrid cars petrol and electric? Would it not make it more economical on fuel to have diesel/electric hybrids?
  • sluggish Range Rover 31 Aug 2001 (Forum)
    was being had I put the problem on this page. I received 3 replies all of which suggested the LPG system wanted tuning. So I screwed the LPG regulator a turn and also turned the distributer a tad. Hey Presto quite a difference , at least I am now satisfied with its performance. and saved at least 500 quid
  • EU reviewing fuel taxes 21 Feb 2010 (Forum)
    . In the next few years, demand for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) as a vehicle fuel could grow, because of its green credentials, he said. Some European governments, including Germany, subsidise LPG prices at the pump and this has boosted consumption. "LPG might be a good bridging fuel to get
  • What's a cheaper alternative to a Volkswagen California? 3 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I’ve been looking at Volkswagen camper vans, but can’t justify the cost. Are there any decent alternatives? I don’t need the sink etc, just a pop up top...
  • Vauxhall Corsa - Simple Question, Quick Answer 3 Aug 2012 (Forum)
    Hello guys, I went ahead and bought a brand new Vauxhall Corsa Limited Edition 1.2i 16v a couple days ago from Vauxhall. I got the car home and I am currently reading the instruction manual. However, the fuel type for the new car says Petrol/LPG. I know that LPG stands for Liquified
  • powershift grants for lpg etc.. 1 Dec 2003 (Forum)
    Quoted from the Powershift web site:- >PowerShift and CleanUp grants have been very successful this >year in achieving their objectives of reducing C02,...
  • Advice on which car to buy. 27 Jul 2011 (Forum)
    Hi all, I have a dilema which I am hoping you can help me with. I currently have a Mondeo ST200 converted to LPG but I have had this for a number of years and now want to change cars. I am hoping to have a budget around £4000 (roughly a maximum of £4250) with the funds I
  • Toyota Prius 21 Jan 2004 (Forum)
    I was wondering why Toyota didn't make the Prius a diesel/electric hybrid instead of petrol. For an eco-car I would have thought it've made more sense. Or maybe even an lpg/electric hybrid ?
  • 5th Gear 27 Nov 2002 (Forum)
    5th gear last night, pointed out that Bi fuel and LPG cars are exempt from the London congestion charging scheme even though the exact same sized car running conventional fuel isnt:-))) mmmmmmm.....
  • Can you recommend an economical 4x4 for £3000? 15 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
    The wife and I have decided to consolidate our cars. We have a sporty car for the summer but we now want a car that can be used for long journeys and can...
  • Opel Mervia - Opel Mervia light grey/white smoke 26 Apr 2021 (Forum)
    Hi all. Ive recently purchased a Opel Mervia 2010 91,000km. Its a LPG/ Petrol. It’s been blowing out light grey/ white smoke from time to time. I’ve noticed more when it’s going down hill and I’ve reved it from 2nd into 3rd gear. It’ll puff out the white/light grey smoke. I read online it may
 

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