Moped Army - Re: Convert Tomos LX to Propane

Re: Convert Tomos LX to Propane

Author: bbsux (---.lps.org)
Verified User: bbsux
Date Posted: 05-12-08 18:06

HOW MUCH PROPANE WILL AN ENGINE USE INSTEAD OF GASOLINE?

The estimate given by the manufacturer for the gasoline run time can be used for propane also because it is just that; an estimate or guess. Propane only has about 10% less Btu content than gasoline gallon-to-gallon, so the manufactures gasoline estimate will be very close for propane.

IS IT HARD TO DO THE CONVERSION?

The type of person that can put a bar-b-q grill together or install a ceiling fan should have little problem if they follow the instructions included. This could also be a friend or family member that is a mechanically inclined person with basic hand tools and a power hand drill. The benefit of being involved with the conversion is that YOU will understand the conversion better.

WHY DOES THE ENGINE LAST LONGER ON PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS?

Propane and natural gas are clean fuels. And when you convert, you can seal up the Dirty Port” that drastically shortens the life of your engine. Click here to learn more “Dirty Port”.

WILL THE IDLE CONTROL STILL FUNCTION?

Yes. The switch will still function exactly the same. No change at all.

Misinformation Often Received

PROPANE WILL MAKE THE ENGINE LOSE POWER!

This may be true with other types of kits or adapter type conversions. We have found that our dedicated carburetor conversion kits to propane DO NOT lose power because the propane is delivered into the engine at the exact engineered location that the gasoline was being delivered. Also, all kits include a regulator that is oversized for better performance.

PROPANE WILL MAKE THE ENGINE RUN HOTTER AND BURN THE VALVES!

This is not true! Propane is actually lower in Btu’s than gasoline. When set correctly the engine will run just as cool as gasoline. As with all fuels, proper air/fuel mixture settings are important.