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  • Best way to challenge car valuation after write-off? 24 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
    Three weeks ago my wife's car, a 2003 plate Range Rover LPG, was hit outside our house by a drunk driver. The driver was arrested and charged. We have...
  • Diesel engine for L3H2 van - should get euro 6 compliant engine? 1 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
    We are buying a L3H2 size van for conversion before Sept 2015. Should we go for a Euro 6 compliant engine as this restricts the range of models available?...
  • Be reasonable 23 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a '97 100k mile Merc S500 retail from a 2nd hand dealer for £2,750 5 weeks ago. The car has an LPG system I was told was working, it isn't....
  • Peugeot 309 Petrol 1360 CC Problems 5 Aug 2003 (Forum)
    pressures? Also, does overinflation cause any affect on the shock absorbers? (b) Which are original spark plugs for the car? Alternative sparks? (c) I run the car on LPG. Is it necessary to change the plug to a colder one and reduce the gap by 0.1 mm? Which make and type of spark plugs can you suggest
  • Subaru Forester XT 2008 - emissions seem good 19 Apr 2019 (Forum)
    test results. LPG ppm vol, max limit 1200, actual value 90 CO %vol max limit 3.500, actual value 0.000 Be very glad to pay up the £550 VED required for all that pollution :-))
  • Volkswagen Golf V - auction prices 9 May 2012 (Forum)
    Hi, I'm planning on going to some bca/manheim and any other auctions recommended to me, with the aim of eventually purchasing a VW golf mk5 1.9 tdi....
  • Mazda 6 - Mazda 6 - any good? 10 Feb 2012 (Forum)
    I currently have a Mondeo TDCi. This is my second Diesel mondeo, and will be my last. I have been a fan of the blue oval for many years, and my best car to date was my ST200. I need a diesel car for commuting (or a car on LPG) . I have been looking at Mazda 6's (due to price
  • Toyota carina e - question? 31 May 2007 (Forum)
    Hi everyone I own a toyota carina e, and have LPG installed. My question is: I have had installed the flash lube system, of which details can be found at http://www.flashlube.com.au/valvesaverkit/index.html When an engine normally runs, what flows where the lubricant is allowed in (between
  • Calling Ford Explorer Owners 6 Oct 2002 (Forum)
    I'm thinking of buying a Ford Explorer and converting it to run on LPG. I know that I must ensure it's a multi-point injection system to illiminate possible backfires. What I want to know is people's experiences of the Explorer - Do you owners love it or loath it? Are there any niggling things
  • Looking for a small city car 22 Nov 2013 (Forum)
    What im looking for is reliabilty cheaper Tax and Insurance I have 2 weeks to find a car before mot runs out on my Astra Lpg car which i wil be sending to the scrap yard very soon. Thanks for looking need advice asap please
  • Please help me choose a car for a long commute 6 Jan 2013 (Forum)
     front. Audi A6 - As per the Mondeo. I've looked at LPG but that doesn't seem as cost effective as it has been due to rising LPG prices. It could be I'm asking the impossible but I thought I'd throw it out there incase anyone has come up with a solution before or could recommend
  • Ford Focus III (2008 - ) - Just spent 30 times normal budget on car 20 Nov 2009 (Forum)
    fitted LPG system 2ltr petrol. Hyundai i30 only lost as they don't do a factory fit lpg system so Italy gov. incentives are not as generous. ( Ford equivalent road tax exempt for car life ) Also as long term purchase cost and availability of parts long term was a factor, and it seems that a lot of car
  • Jeep Cherokee (1993 - 2001) - 1997 Immobiliser Problem 7 Dec 2020 (Forum)
    informed the system was fitted when it was imported and is an integral part of the wiring system and impossible to take off. I had even done the honourable thing and had it converted to LPG. Any ideas or suggestions how to get me back on the road would be greatly appreciated Subject Line corrected
  • Which small diesel car with high seating position? 21 Feb 2014 (Forum)
    I have now decided to buy a small car for doing up to 400-500 miles per week. I would need diesel and as low mileage as possible. I had a yaris 02 1.4td which was excellent, but not many low mileage ones about. I have considered a petrol 1.2 fiesta with LPG conversion fitted, but worried
  • Any! - What car shall I buy? 18 Jun 2013 (Forum)
    Hi there people, I would really love some help in choosing a car.  I have been shopping around but just can't decide. I am looking for an econimical car maybe LPG/Diesel etc etc I am open to how its powered. I also like alot of gadgets in the car - auto lights/wipers
  • AMS in Grimsby. (dual fuel car dealers) 8 Dec 2007 (Forum)
    Hi, Has anyone or do you know of anyone that has dealings with this company please? They are a dual fuel company based in Grimsby: http://www.automotive-solutionsltd.co.uk/ and they have a good stock of cars and fleet vehicles available that are not only manufacturer fitted but LPG conversions
  • Astra ticking noise 21 Sep 2005 (Forum)
    Hi, Apologies if this has been covered before, had a good search but maybe not in the right places... I have an 1999T Astra 1.6 LPG, done 129K. On the way home from work tonight I noticed a distinct ticking noise coming from the engine. It is perhaps loudest on acceleration, but it's also fairly
  • What type of H.T.Leads? 17 Aug 2004 (Forum)
    and that i should fit 8mm raceing leads but they cannot remember the make of these leads, he also says that the people who make the leads specify that they are up to the job when it comes to Lpg as you need a bigger spark to ignite the fuel. does anyone know of these high performance leads? when i have
  • First car for 17 year old daughter 24 Jul 2004 (Forum)
    I'm looking for a car for my daughter who has recently turned 17 and obtained a provision licence. I am considering a new or nearly new Vauxhall Corsa 1.2, in any of its guises. Would this be suitable car for her to learn in and use around town for a few years ? I believe it can run on both LPG
  • Exhaust Emissions light on Astra 18 Jan 2004 (Forum)
    I have a two-year old Vauxhall Astra 1.6 Estate with factory-fitted LPG conversion. Since mid-October the "Exhaust Emissions" light (engine symbol) has regularly been illuminated, sometimes flashing when I accelerate. The car is still under manufacturer's warrenty, so at no charge to me the "DIS
 

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