Propane conversion [Archive] - Virtual Jeep Club

FrenchChili

11-13-2006, 01:03 PM

I'm sure some of you have seen this: http://www.gotpropane.com/p1.html

...was wondering if any of you have used their kits. It's posted in General Discussion since they include Jeeps, but really it's for the Nissan:D The carb is dying on me:mad: and I figured why not go with this latter on when the carb just dies. At least they're in Tempe!!!!!!

I need to ask them if they make a dual connector so I can bring the barbecue when wheeling:D

westy

11-13-2006, 02:28 PM

Yes, you can run the propane setup on a BBQ tank as well. Reason behind it was for convenience because generally BBQ tanks are readily available if you are in a fuel shortage, whereas filling a propane tank in a vehicle can present problems ie - some stations only fill propane till certain hours, certain employees only have the know how, etc

Capt-Kirk

11-13-2006, 03:41 PM

If you do it, you can drive in the car pool lane by yourself.

willysrocker

11-13-2006, 04:00 PM

I put the got propane v-8 kit in my jeep. Excellent kit easy to install and comes with everything but the tank. Cary is very knowlegeable and helpful. Best mod to date.
Chris

Capt-Kirk

11-13-2006, 04:03 PM

how much was it when you were all done, Last time I looked into it it was about $5000.

ryan rich

11-13-2006, 06:14 PM

dont think there kits r street legal if that is an issue

weasel_ugs

11-13-2006, 06:40 PM

The kit I was looking at for my Jeep was about $800. They are not DOT approved and dont come with a tank,they reccomend forklift tanks. Don

P.S. I want to do this to my Jeep when I start putting it together.

FrenchChili

11-13-2006, 08:21 PM

how much was it when you were all done, Last time I looked into it it was about $5000.

"Price: $875 for the basic kit which includes everything you need. Does not come with a tank. (has brackets for one tank)." that's for a 4cyl yota, quoted from the site....guessing the tank is maybe another 50-200 depending where you buy it and new or used....

If I pass emissions I'll do it after. I talked to Joe at Absolute Offraod supposebly it won't pass based that it's not certified install or the kit isn't certified...something like that, but it will run much cleaner....Joe is u read this I know you told me why earlier but i kinda forgot:D....

propane rocks:D let's wheel using propane that'll piss off the extremists:D

ob1jeeper

11-13-2006, 10:33 PM

FWIW:
Here's a source of emissions certified conversions, located in the valley...

http://www.usealtfuels.com/location.htm

FrenchChili

11-13-2006, 10:50 PM

Thanks a bunch I'm gonna check 'em out asap

TRobertsRN

11-14-2006, 11:04 PM

weasel_ugs

11-14-2006, 11:47 PM

I have plans to do this with the got propane people.

I don't have to worry about the emissions because my jeep is too old for emissions. So I will drive it on and off road with the propane.

Don't know what the requirements would be for getting a HOV lane sticker for a 53 Willys with 350 chevy engine and propane. Not even sure if can be done put would certainly polute less than the original engine with no emissions requirements.

If anyone knows if this can be done let me know.

Tom
I would think it needs to be a DOT certified system since you willl most likely have to show proof of the conversion? Don

P.S. I was thinking the same thing about driving it on road since I live in Prescott and have no emissions.

FrenchChili

11-21-2006, 01:51 PM

I went to Campbell but they're closed 'till the 27th....so I called Cary at GotPropane and he is very knowledgable I'm sold on the kit now I just need cash:D

FrenchChili

07-06-2007, 12:47 PM

Well I don't have the cash yet but since I'm stripping down the Nissan I need to know what to keep. From some research I've done the propane kit uses 1 vacuum line to activate the system (engine vacuum seems to be the 1st choice). Well my carb has a zillion vacuum lines including altitude adjust. Do I still need those or does the propane pressure self regulates with altitude?

Willysrocker how was yours done?

FrenchChili

07-06-2007, 01:21 PM

Does this seem right? The tech article on Pirate was a little confusing. Is there one regulator or two?

http://i14.tinypic.com/4oudgz8.jpg

cruiserjim

07-06-2007, 02:59 PM

my dad just finished converting a 500ci cadillac to propane,runs awesome!basic kit was $400 not including tank and fuel line.we used a forklift tank and no, barbeque tanks use different fittings.the tank would be the only non DOT item as the mixer and regulater are directly off street driven vehicles,usually goverment trucks.the guy here local is very knowledgable but expensive,i believe he uses all new parts though.the company we went through is out of canada,i believe its propaneguy.com

joedokes28

07-06-2007, 03:45 PM

Why would someone want to run propane? What are the advantages aside from the environmental ones. How long (miles?) does a BBQ tank last?

FrenchChili

07-06-2007, 03:58 PM

I think 4-6? gallons for an average day of wheeling on a 4banger. Propane will mix in better on my truck, especially after replacing a faulty carb with a good lpg one. When running at extreme angles it won't cut off on you, also it seems like a really simple and reliable system (I hate all those carb vacuum lines). Propane is also cheaper to fill up:D

cruiserjim

07-06-2007, 04:05 PM

the main advantage is its pressurized so it doesnt matter what angle its at,like cheaper simpler fuel injection.also it is equivelent to 110 octane so if you where trying to make more power you could run crazy high compression.

TRobertsRN

07-06-2007, 04:15 PM

Why would someone want to run propane? What are the advantages aside from the environmental ones. How long (miles?) does a BBQ tank last?

Check out the gotpropane site, they list a number of advantages among them safer in rollover (no spilling gas), automatic altitude ajustment (vs carb that dosen't self adjust), cleaner oil for longer, and others.

To me the best benefit is will run at any angle.

Keith Haw

07-06-2007, 05:39 PM

Just a thought but, you might want to check with your insurance carrier before you go jumping into a non-DOT approved system for highway use. It may void your coverage.
Keith

FrenchChili

07-06-2007, 05:44 PM

Just a thought but, you might want to check with your insurance carrier before you go jumping into a non-DOT approved system for highway use. It may void your coverage.
Keith

lol @ coverage. we're talking old carburated vehicles....and mostly used on fender crushing boulders:D

Keith Haw

07-06-2007, 05:47 PM

True, but some are talking about road/trail rigs. Those are the ones I was talking about. I'm not even sure it is a problem but it might be. Kind of like using non-DOT approved tires?
Keith

FrenchChili

07-06-2007, 05:57 PM

Emissions might be the biggest issue....I have 1-1/2yr left I think....They might care, if they do...I'll have to re-install the fuel system and remove it afterwards again....hopefully they will be lenient to a trailered only vehicle that runs cleaner than almost anything out there!