Pretty cool idea. Of course, does propane cost less than gas? Because,
from the little research I've done, it seems that the mpg for each is about
the same, the only difference being emissions (which is a pretty good reason
to do it by itself). If you can afford it, I say go for it :-)
-Chris
(Now if I can only figure out how to turn my v6 into a hybrid....60 mpg here
I come!!!)
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lance Russell" <lrussell@konnect.net>
To: <dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net>
Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2001 4:28 AM
Subject: DML: Your opinions or experiences
> I am looking at the possibility of a LPG (Liquid Propane Gas)
conversion
> for my 01 Dak QC with a 5.9L Magnum. Does anyone in the group have any
> experience with any alternative fuel conversions? I know everyone has an
> opinion and I am open to those as well. Please keep them honest though as
I
> am seriously thinking about this.
> There are several options I have found so far. The one I am most
> interested in is a Bi-Fuel conversion. You can use LPG or Unleaded
> Gasoline. I am not sure of the exact price yet, but the prices seem to be
> between $2K and $5K.
> The other thing I am wondering is what other MODs can you still use
with
> the conversion? I know you can still use headers and I dont see any
reason
> you could not use the FIPK K&N, or Airaid system.
> The LPG sounds like it would also perform better with an improved
after
> market ignition system as well. Please let me know.
> Would anyone like to see about a group buy on something like this?
>
> Lance Russell
>
>
>
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