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Wonderful and affordable cars, but quite expensive to run.
We teach them the economy trick, completing the package.
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| Although there is not much to see (we carefully sited the electronics in dry and dust free positions) this is how the conversion looks under the bonnet from the left hand side.
The OMVL type LPG injector rails used on this car can be seen mounted on the top covers. Romano injectors can be hidden below the covers.
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This is how the job looks when Romano equipment (our preferred choice for this model) is used. The injectors hide neatly under the original top engine covers. The reducer (vaporiser) is easier to see in this picture (lower right of centre).
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The fuel choice switch is mounted in the coin pocket using a bracket. It is easy to see and use but well out of the Driver's way.
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Here is the base level 70 litre single hole spare wheel tank option. Plenty of space left if you carry a space saver spare wheel.
For a modest increase in cost there is now an 84 litre single hole spare wheel tank option.
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| For those that need increased range on LPG we now offer 4 hole toroidal tanks having a water capacity of either 83 or 91 litres. This option has additional cost.
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When the 70 litre or 83 litre tank options are fitted, the boot floor is as flat as it was before conversion.
In this case, the owner can get his golf bag and golf trolley in with ease.
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Filler Point
The LPG filler is placed at the bottom of the rear bumper, just about the only position that will conform to regulations but remain easy enough to use without kneeling. A coil is put in the filler pipe to prevent breakage during a rear - end shunt, but even if the pipe where completely severed the multi valve would stop any significant leakage. All that can escape is the gas content of the pipe since the last fill.
For those who have not seen this type of filler before, it is of the 'fixed bayonet' type, the only one that is certified for use by the LPGA. We fit a square black plastic dust cover which can be seen hanging below the filler point.
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| Here is another filler option, the Recessed Box type.
It is much harder to fit and more expensive at base conversion price +£30.00.
Be aware that this type of filler can cause 'rippling' of the body panels they are mounted in, due to the weight of the filler gun.
This type of filler has two other disadvantages;
1. Unlike the bracket mounted type, it will only allow filling from a pump on the same side as the filler. This can be a nuisance in tight Garage forecourts.
2. The black plastic recessed filler box is not suitable for painting to match the car's body colour - Paint cannot bond to this type of plastic properly. It will simply drop off after a few months.
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The type of plastic that is used to make the Recessed Filler box does not provide a good 'key' for paint. It doesn't matter how much the surface is abraded (sanded), nor what kind of paint is used, it will not stick properly.
In addition, the plastic will expand and contract with temperature changes which will make the paint seperate.
It might be better to leave this kind of filler plain black instead of ending up with it looking like this after 3 months or so.
Find out more about Filler Points
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