pugrambo:
sorry guys i'm just not comfortable in cars running on gas especially when there are other options
Just wondering, why do some people have such a deep seated hatred of LPG?
I think it's been raised on this forum before, but there are far more positives than negatives running a car on LPG.
The positives are:
Less cylinder bore wear due to less wash down.
Less total engine wear due to reduced oil contamination.
MUCH higher octane rating than PULP and higher than AVGAS in some cases.
Easy fuel metering system negates the need for EFI.
Fuel is completely atomised on entry to the intake which reduces CO emissions.
Slightly MORE power than petrol if engine is designed to run on LPG, as Higher C/R is possible due to higher octane rating.
Enviromentally friendly
Low running costs.
No pollution equipment required by EPA
The negatives:
Negligable power loss on a standard engine.
Lower energy content means you use slighty more LPG than Petrol (who cares, it's 1/3 the price)
Cost of the installation
Loss of originality (not really a factor if your putting a PRV in a 604 anyway)
Can anyone think of any other advantages/disadvantages with LPG?
LPG gets a raw deal...People seem to think an engine will wear out quicker, but if you've got hardened valve seats, the engine will actually last LONGER..
It's like anything, if it's done right it's great....Oh and LPG is Great for forced induction

105 octane has that effect