Muscle Car Era Meets Future Technology in
New Concept Dodge Charger
1999 DODGE CHARGER R/T CONCEPT VEHICLE
Muscle Car Era Meets Future Technology in
New Concept Dodge Charger
LPG OR CNG
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN LPG AND CNG?
As supplier of LPG and CNG systems we try to give more information about the differences between LPG and CNG systems.
The systems look simular but are totally different.
This photo shows a CNG pressure regulator.
| The differences are: | LPG | CNG | |
| power loss ± | 10 % | 20 % | unless special engine |
| Mileage ± | 1 L.: 10 KM. | 1 L.: 5 KM. | CNG at 200 bar |
| Tank pressure ± | 10 bar | 200 bar | |
| 60 litres tank useble ± | 60 x 80% = 48 Litres | 200 bar-30 bar = 170 bar | ± 30 bar residual pressure |
| Filling time 60L tank LPG nett 48 litres ± | 3 minutes - std. | 5 hours - slow fil. | No pre pressured CNG |
| Filling time 60L tank LPG nett 48 litres ± | 3 minutes -std. | 3 minutes or more fast fil. | 240 bar pre pressured CNG |
| actieradius ± | 48 x 10 = 480 km | 60L x 170bar / 200bar x 5 = 255 km | |
| Additional weight ± | 60 kilo | 80 kilo | unless smaller petrol tank |
| Conversion costs ± | 2250 € | 4500.- € | |
| FUEL costs a litre ± | 0.34 € | 0.05 € | prices in Holland |
This photo shows a LPG pressure regulator.
The following questions can help you by deciding to have a conversion CNG.
If you answer most of the questions with "yes" you might consider a CNG conversion. The following questions can help you by deciding to have a conversion to LPG.
If you answer most of the questions with "yes" you might consider an LPG conversion.
Turn Vegetable Oil into Biodiesel Fuel
The rising cost of fuel is prompting more people to look into alternatives. Aside from riding a bicycle, people are looking into alternative fuel sources. Many alternative fuel choices are too difficult or costly to even consider, but one, biodiesel, seems to stand out as a perfect option.
The most popular known alternative fuel is ethanol. However, it is hard to find and requires a special engine or engine modifications for use in a vehicle. Biodiesel, on the other hand, can be used in any diesel engine without modifications. While it is not easy to find in the mainstream, it can be easily made at home.
Many people have not heard of biodiesel. It is a natural fuel, made from vegetable oil. Biodiesel is made through a simple process of mixing some common and non-toxic ingredients. It does not produce any harmful byproducts either.
There are kits available to make biodiesel. They can cost thousands of dollars, but when comparing that to the savings over other fuel options, it is a bargain. Biodiesel costs roughly 70 cents per gallon. The savings are obvious.
Before starting to make your own biodiesel, you should do some research into it. The internet is a great source for information about biodiesel and making biodiesel. There are also companies that sell the kits and offer you everything you need to start making your biodiesel.
Biodiesel can be made using vegetable oil or canola or soy oil. It is a clean burning fuel, which means that it does not give off harmful emissions that cause environmental effects. Biodiesel can be used in any diesel running vehicle, however, many warranties do not cover the use of biodiesel. Should damage result from the use of biodiesel the manufacturers warranty is void. This, though, should be quick changing as more and more people are starting to find biodiesel as the best choice for their fuel needs.
Source: http://www.biodieselathome.net
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