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I WANT to convert a Nissan Patrol to LPG and have sought quotations but there's a considerable waiting period. I also have a BA Falcon that is already converted to LPG/petrol dual-fuel, and am not that impressed with the LPG consumption and performance. It seems it might be more economical to drive the vehicle on petrol, because it is using 18 to 22 litres of LPG for 100km. A friend tells me some LPG conversion kits are better for a specific make of vehicle, and this may be the reason for the poor performance of my Ford. To ensure I do not fall in the same trap, what is the best brand LPG conversion kit and tank for this Nissan Patrol?

Answered by CarsGuide

24 October 2008

Graham Smith

YOUR Falcon does seem to be using more LPG than it should. Have it tuned to make sure all is well with the LPG system and the ignition. I would accept 18 litres/100km on LPG as reasonable given the Falcon would probably be getting about 14 litres/100km on petrol, but 22 litres/100km on LPG, if that's correct, is too high. Look for a modern gas-injection system for your Nissan -- it will use less LPG and you won't lose as much performance as you would with a Venturi/mixer system like the one I suspect is fitted to your Falcon.

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