Welcome to the new LPG section!

[crispy duck]

Been off the forum for a while but as the owner of a CNG bifuel S60 would like to know if you can include this variant as well? After all, the parts seem to be identical after the regulator.

Am I the only one with one of these?

[classicswede]

No reason why you cant ask questions about the CNG version. I know of one localy but with no CNG supply in the area the owner has not been able use it.

I don't think and of the parts are the same as the LPG version but distributor set up is very similar

[hoverjumper]

Hi, this seems to be a fairly quiet thread, but I thought I'd get my first post in on here as I have just bought my first Volvo, a 2003 Bi-Fuel S60.
Before buying I checked with my local LPG garage that they could service a factory fit Volvo. He said that the local Volvo Dealer sends all their Bi-fuel stuff to him as they don't have a clue about LPG!
Anyway, its running very nicely so far so long may that conitinue! I'm very pleased with my purchase as I drive to and from work in comfort and quiet and only pay 70p a litre. Although I was hoping for a slightly better MPG than 26. Anyone getting better mileage than that?

[stuart30]

Originally Posted by Nrob

I am looking at having an LPG conversion done to a 1997 V70 2.5i SE AC with 88,000 miles on the clock. I am warned that the valve seats may not be up to the extra heat. Also I have no idea which of the many kits to choose. For the safety of the Nation and because my wife says I have the mechanical ability of a chicken, I will be using a specialist installer in the Notts / Derbys/ Leics/ Lincs area! Does anyone have an opinion.

I used to have a Volvo 850 2.5 GLT which I had converted and found it excellent on gas, until it was stolen and burnt out!

My S40 was converted at 159K miles and has done 10K miles to date. My system is an Italian system BRC fitted with an auto lube system to protect the valves- for £1500 + VAT at Herts Auto Gas a little way south of your area - but they do supply a courtesy car while they convert your car - around 5 days to do the job. Very pleased with their work and the performance / timing on gas.

[stuart30]

There are less calories per litre of gas than petrol so you'll need more volume (litres) to do the same amount of work (Physics). Expect less mpg. My S40 is running at 12.8p per mile. I'm buying gas at 74.9p these days.

[kneeknack]

Hello everyone.

I've got an S60 Bi-Fuel as well. 03 plate. Bought last June with 110k on the clock, now got 145k on it. It's cost me 14.65 pence per mile.

The tech specs on this page say it has a 50 ltr gas tank and a 30 ltr petrol tank. But I've never got more than 45 ltrs of gas in mine, even when filling from empty.

I do well to get more than 22 mpg at the moment. I have a heavy right foot, but I don't get any better economy even if I keep it below 3k revs.

It's due a service though. Below 2k revs it's very rough. I suspect a fuel supply problem cos it runs fine on petrol.

[mullett]

Originally Posted by Nrob

I am looking at having an LPG conversion done to a 1997 V70 2.5i SE AC with 88,000 miles on the clock. I am warned that the valve seats may not be up to the extra heat. Also I have no idea which of the many kits to choose. For the safety of the Nation and because my wife says I have the mechanical ability of a chicken, I will be using a specialist installer in the Notts / Derbys/ Leics/ Lincs area! Does anyone have an opinion.

I used to have a Volvo 850 2.5 GLT which I had converted and found it excellent on gas, until it was stolen and burnt out!

go to info@globalautogas.co.uk i have just had a 2001 v70 2.4 auto done great there phone no 02083356854 ask for armin or eddy say tony freckelton sent you 2001 v70 silver
they will give you a great price 2 years unlimited warranty free service 2000mls free system check after 2000mls or you can log on tp www.globalautogas.co.uk

[Jimmy B]

You have to limit the fill up with LPG to around 80% of tank capacity due to the expansion of gas when the weather is hot. This not only is recommended in cars but is the same in domestic tanks.

[Jimmy B]

You have to limit the fill up with LPG to around 80% of tank capacity due to the expansion of gas when the weather is hot. This not only is recommended in cars but is the same in domestic tanks. I am not sure what the end result would be if you overfill the tank but I am sure someone from a company that fits the systems could tell you.

[propane pete]

Originally Posted by Jimmy B

You have to limit the fill up with LPG to around 80% of tank capacity due to the expansion of gas when the weather is hot. This not only is recommended in cars but is the same in domestic tanks. I am not sure what the end result would be if you overfill the tank but I am sure someone from a company that fits the systems could tell you.

Most new tanks are fitted with an 85%shut off fill valve so you just fill tank till it stops.