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Old Jan 3rd, 2012, 17:04   #4
M D E
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Turbo cars are no problem for LPG conversions, as long as you fit the correct system.

I agree with classicswede in that 2006 models you need to check the valves are hard enough, the engine spec on the 70 range changed over the years making some not suitable for LPG.

I have covered near 20,000 mile on my C70 2001 T5, after years of research I got my BRC multi point with (larger 'orange' lpg injectors to take the extra demand from the turbo, which it can take 300BHP now). Conversion is now around £1500 from Greenfuel but speaking from experience you need to ensure the system is correctly fitted.

My 960 LPG system worked (on and off) for nearly 10,000 miles then blew up taking out most of the engine bay ! I was luckly I wasn't hurt, but it proved if the system does not suit, or cut corners it can go very, very wrong.

My BRC system is faultless, it paid itself back in 10 months and have had no problems, no performance loss. 220 miles is around £30.

I service it every year for £130 and every 2000 miles is around £8 in valve saver fluid.
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C70 T5 LPG -Convertible + Lotus Esprit
480 TURBO ......................Previous ....
340GL,740GL,850GLT,850 T5,850 R,V70R,(95) 960 3.0,480 Turbos in white, black, blue, gold,S60 T5
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