Pre-programming, a CleanMPG laser cut decal, and shipping included!
Even better value for members only is available in the latest SG-II w/ X-Gauge Group Buy purchase thread.
While we strive to provide only the highest quality information through our members' offerings, if you find the information provided valuable, please consider a donation so that we can offer an even better experience for the membership and guests well into the future.
GeneralGeneral HW modding questions and answer discussions here.
Welcome to the CleanMPG forums.
Some posts may describe situations which may in some cases be unsafe or illegal in some jurisdictions. Please use common sense and consult your local laws to make sure you do not hurt yourself or others or break any laws.
You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view discussions, articles and access our other features. By joining our community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload your own photos and access many other special features. Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today!
If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact contact support.
How hard would it be to convert my '93 Civic to run on propane ?
I'm wanting to reduce my emissions as much as possible for the times that I need to drive the car.
I saw an article on the internet that stated that newer cars with fuel injection wouldn't really benefit from a propane conversion and that mainly cars that have a carberator would see a drastic reduction in emissions.
Is this true ? If so, it doesn't seem like it would be worth it.
What are the drawbacks to running on propane ?
I'd like to make the car an EV, but I need to do something quickly since I need the car to get to work and back and can.t afford to have the car out of comission for 6months.
How much will a propane conversion cost?
Where will you get propane to legally run in your car?
Propane contains less energy, therefore you will get lower mileage from the same volume of gas. I'm guessing your Civic has a 10-12 gallon tank. You'll need to fill up more often.
My suggestion is to spend the money on maintenance instead of a propane conversion. You will probably have a very hard time re-selling a propane converted '93 Civic, but will have no trouble at all selling a well-maintained '93 Civic. Put the money you get re-selling it towards the premium on a hybrid, if that's your end-goal.
I have a friend in Alberta Canada that has a Chevy S-10 that runs on propane. He mentioned that he takes a 10% hit on FE. He fills at a propane filling station for the equivalent of $2/gallon of gasoline. His motivation was lower fuel cost. I think they pay about $5/gallon in Canada right now.
I've just been introduced to the idea of converting over to propane. I have an older Audi that is fuel injected that I would like to convert. I've seen some articles on how to convert engines with a carb. but not fuel injection.
Have any of your conversions been on fuel injected cars?
anyone got any advice on this? I'm doing a 92 Accord in the same fashion, and will convert to electric when batteries get a little lighter, cheaper, etc, but for now, "hank" is gonna run on propane. I'm in SoCal and ANY help is appreciated.
Re: Convert Civic to propane ?
Linear Mode
