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Re: As promised, some LPG pictures
Reply #15 - 22. Jul 2008 at 23:43

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I placed my nozzles higher up the trumpet, like some of the older ideas. Will this be ok or is the way you have done it the way to go

That's pretty much how we did JamesV6CDXs first manifold - and that worked nicely.

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Oh, and I see you've ended up securing the tank to the chassis rail... Did you put anything inside or just use the spreader plates? (which I assume were supplied?) I don't see any real need to pack the chassis rail as long as you don't tighten it like a gorilla!!!

I didn't put spacers inside in the end. I meant to, and it's essential for anything that's tight like a towbar mounting, but given that the boot floor is not totally flat and we're mounting it through carpet you can't tighten the mountings much before the tank frame is in danger of getting distorted so I didn't feel it was required. Nylock nuts are essential though, due to the low tightening torque.

These and the plates didn't come in my kit but Jay W expressed surprise that they didn't. Got the plates at B&Q in the end.

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How long would you say it would take to fit on your own

It's hard to say. 3 of us have done one in a weekend. With a ramp available it might save some time, but then again, it might prevent people working under and above in parallel.

I'd say you'd need 4 or 5 days to do it single handed but it's difficult to say.

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VX1 Omega Baron Offline Posts: 2235 Reading, Berkshire Gender: Drives: Black 3.0ltr Elite saloon 1998	Re: As promised, some LPG pictures Reply #16 - 23. Jul 2008 at 08:23 Kevin I like the way you have put the filler neck and attached it to the towbar, I didn't think that was an Ideal place to put as gravity goes. Paul
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Dazzler Omega Baron Offline Drive it like you stole it...... Posts: 4459 Sutton, Surrey Gender: Drives: AMG C32 estate	Re: As promised, some LPG pictures Reply #17 - 23. Jul 2008 at 09:03 VX1 wrote on 23. Jul 2008 at 08:23: Kevin I like the way you have put the filler neck and attached it to the towbar, I didn't think that was an Ideal place to put as gravity goes. Paul Mines similar, its behind the flap where the towing eye is fitted No problem according to Jeremy and co
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cem Omega King Offline Posts: 13920 Ankara/Turkey Gender: Drives: 97 2.5 V6 Manual CD- Clio Sport	Re: As promised, some LPG pictures Reply #18 - 23. Jul 2008 at 11:59 Excellent Job..Archieved all
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Re: As promised, some LPG pictures
Reply #19 - 23. Jul 2008 at 17:52

Hi, new to the forum, so be gentle with me...

Just had my 2002 Estate 3.2 Elite fitted with LPG, but they have mounted the filler under the rear bumper, making it virtually impossible to get to!

I note the picture of the filler mounted on the tow bar but has anyone got pictures of an estate car filler mounted in the rear bumper or some other sensible place?

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Reply #20 - 23. Jul 2008 at 22:44

Track-day Bob wrote on 23. Jul 2008 at 17:52:

Hi, new to the forum, so be gentle with me...

Just had my 2002 Estate 3.2 Elite fitted with LPG, but they have mounted the filler under the rear bumper, making it virtually impossible to get to!

I note the picture of the filler mounted on the tow bar but has anyone got pictures of an estate car filler mounted in the rear bumper or some other sensible place?

We looked at doing that on an Estate and unfortunately there isn't enough space behind the bumper anywhere. I think the only other option is through a steel body panel (which can be done very neatly with the correct tool).

.. and it's not critical what height the filler is. The filler seals to the pump nozzle and the liquid is dispensed at a great pressure so it can cope with a rise to the tank.

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Track-day Bob Newbie Offline Posts: 7 Northamptonshire Gender: Drives: 3.2 Elite Estate	Re: As promised, some LPG pictures Reply #21 - 24. Jul 2008 at 09:27 The problem is space behind the side panels in the boot area..., on the right is the amplifier and on the left is the subwoofer speaker. Do you know if there is enough space behind the rear light panels or maybe the side of the bumper?
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Re: As promised, some LPG pictures
Reply #22 - 24. Jul 2008 at 10:09

Track-day Bob wrote on 24. Jul 2008 at 09:27:

The problem is space behind the side panels in the boot area..., on the right is the amplifier and on the left is the subwoofer speaker.

Do you know if there is enough space behind the rear light panels or maybe the side of the bumper?

You can fit the filler in the side of the bumper without too much hassle. It looks quite neat but it is also quite low so if you have back problems it may be an issue.

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I think the only other option is through a steel body panel (which can be done very neatly with the correct tool).

I've had mine fitted in the panel (although I've got a saloon) and it looks really neat. Must admit though... Seems very strange letting someone cut a big hole in your pride and joy!!! Thumbs Up!

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Reply #23 - 24. Jul 2008 at 10:21

On my saloon it looks like this ....

Don't know if the Estate has the same "cubby hole" by the lights cluster ??

Done this way so I can gas it up easily with the 'van hitched. Seen too many conversions - mainly disco's / rangies - with the towball mounted filler that folks have to park up, unhitch, drive to fill up, drive back, rehitch ..... to much aggro for me ..

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Re: As promised, some LPG pictures
Reply #24 - 24. Jul 2008 at 10:25

Entwood wrote on 24. Jul 2008 at 10:21:

On my saloon it looks like this ....

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Don't know if the Estate has the same "cubby hole" by the lights cluster ??

Done this way so I can gas it up easily with the 'van hitched. Seen too many conversions - mainly disco's / rangies - with the towball mounted filler that folks have to park up, unhitch, drive to fill up, rehitch ..... to much aggro for me ..

Mine's very similar, just central between the light cluster and the petrol flap. However, I'm going to have to modify the fuel flap central locking actuator as I had to undo it to get the filler in place... I think it'll go back ok in the end, just got to wait until I've finished messing about in that area before I do it!

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Track-day Bob Newbie Offline Posts: 7 Northamptonshire Gender: Drives: 3.2 Elite Estate	Re: As promised, some LPG pictures Reply #25 - 24. Jul 2008 at 15:27 Just to show you the problem.. Right had side enclosure with amp Right rear light cubby hole Left side speaker Left side light cubby hole
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Lazydocker Omega King Offline Victim of Pinky's Power Trip! Posts: 11336 Woodbridge, Suffolk Gender: Drives: 2003 3.2 Elite Estate LPG Converted, inspected and Certified	Re: As promised, some LPG pictures Reply #26 - 24. Jul 2008 at 16:13 Hmm... Not entirely sure that would comply with the COP. Best bet would be to go for the tow bar mount in your case!
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Entwood Omega King Offline Quietly Confident Posts: 13708 North Wiltshire Gender: Drives: 3.2 Elite (with LPG)	Re: As promised, some LPG pictures Reply #27 - 24. Jul 2008 at 17:44 That a) looks horrible b) would break your back filling up !!
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Re: As promised, some LPG pictures
Reply #28 - 24. Jul 2008 at 18:10

I absolutely agree, it does look horrible and I guess it will break my back when I have to fill it for the first time.

Gas4Cars at Bletchley, Milton Keynes are the technical experts who came up with this sophisticated engineering solution. I reckon they were just too lazy to find a better place!

I think the tow hook mount looks favourite, if not ideal.
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Re: As promised, some LPG pictures
Reply #29 - 29. Jul 2008 at 08:40

Kevin – excellent job. Professional job and professional guide. Is there a chance to stick it as a guide?
Do you mind Kev if I will also post it on polish forum? It’s a great chance to see how it should be installed. I could bribe you with this Wink

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