Why not Propane?
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From: Fargo, ND U.S.A
Why not Propane?
I have heard of some nitrous kits for Vipers with propane injection,why not for the F-Body. Lots of pros but no cons,
It wouldnt be putting a load on the fuel system,cools the intake charge,would flow good in a EFI manifold, as it is a gas right, and it has like 104 octane rating right? Seams a little silly that no one has offered it, there must be a reason though. Has anyone seen or heard of results from a viper with this setup? Still doent understand why we cant get it if the viper can.
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98 Z28 A4 2.73 aluim. driveshaft
Free mods SLPlid & bellows
BMR LCA & SFC
Stock: 288rwhp 311rwtq
It wouldnt be putting a load on the fuel system,cools the intake charge,would flow good in a EFI manifold, as it is a gas right, and it has like 104 octane rating right? Seams a little silly that no one has offered it, there must be a reason though. Has anyone seen or heard of results from a viper with this setup? Still doent understand why we cant get it if the viper can.
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98 Z28 A4 2.73 aluim. driveshaft
Free mods SLPlid & bellows
BMR LCA & SFC
Stock: 288rwhp 311rwtq
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From: Commerce, MI
I know thare isn't one for the LT1 yet,but there is a system for the LS1 vette. I am sure it could be adapted for the LS1 Camaro or Firebird.
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97 Z28 Convertible
A4, K&N CAI, Flowmaster cat back, TB bypass, MAF descreened, Transgo Shift kit, BM trans cooler, BMR strut tower brace, BMR subframe connectors, 3.73 GM motive gears, TA Girdle, Y2K vette rims, SLP quad in the center exhaust
Waiting For install
BMR Panhard rod, AFPR, Hypercoil springs
http://camaroz28.cardomain.com/id/97f1z28
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97 Z28 Convertible
A4, K&N CAI, Flowmaster cat back, TB bypass, MAF descreened, Transgo Shift kit, BM trans cooler, BMR strut tower brace, BMR subframe connectors, 3.73 GM motive gears, TA Girdle, Y2K vette rims, SLP quad in the center exhaust
Waiting For install
BMR Panhard rod, AFPR, Hypercoil springs
http://camaroz28.cardomain.com/id/97f1z28
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That would be great, I dont know what I would do without this board.
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98 Z28 A4 2.73 aluim. driveshaft
Free mods SLPlid & bellows
BMR LCA & SFC
Stock: 288rwhp 311rwtq
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98 Z28 A4 2.73 aluim. driveshaft
Free mods SLPlid & bellows
BMR LCA & SFC
Stock: 288rwhp 311rwtq
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From: Commerce, MI
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Sweeeet, I emailed them for more info. Kit looks kinda spendy but it might be worth it. Now that I know its available for the LS1 anyone ever use this or here of anyone use it on a LS1?
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98 Z28 A4 2.73 aluim. driveshaft
Free mods SLPlid & bellows
BMR LCA & SFC
Stock: 288rwhp 311rwtq
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98 Z28 A4 2.73 aluim. driveshaft
Free mods SLPlid & bellows
BMR LCA & SFC
Stock: 288rwhp 311rwtq
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From: houston, tx
Actually, I see more disadvantages with propane than advantages.
The big 2 being - monitoring and refilling another bottle.
Why even bother? You dont need more than 93 octane pump gas to run a 70-150 shot on a stock compression ls1. If you just want something different, then that's understandable. But if you're lookn for functional, then an NX or TNT kit would be a much better choice for the money. In fact, you could seriously upgrade your fuel system for extra coin the propane kit would cost.
I'm not trying to discourage you from something you want to do - I just see it as more $$$ and more hassles, with no hp gains over a basic wet kit.
Good luck with whichever route you decide to take.
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If I'm playin, I'm sprayin
93 Z28 A3 - w/ Jet Hot coated Hooker LT's and true 3" duals
(hiflow cats, cutouts, and Car Chemistry insert mufflers)
[This message has been edited by speedmiser (edited August 20, 2002).]
The big 2 being - monitoring and refilling another bottle.
Why even bother? You dont need more than 93 octane pump gas to run a 70-150 shot on a stock compression ls1. If you just want something different, then that's understandable. But if you're lookn for functional, then an NX or TNT kit would be a much better choice for the money. In fact, you could seriously upgrade your fuel system for extra coin the propane kit would cost.
I'm not trying to discourage you from something you want to do - I just see it as more $$$ and more hassles, with no hp gains over a basic wet kit.
Good luck with whichever route you decide to take.
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If I'm playin, I'm sprayin
93 Z28 A3 - w/ Jet Hot coated Hooker LT's and true 3" duals
(hiflow cats, cutouts, and Car Chemistry insert mufflers)
[This message has been edited by speedmiser (edited August 20, 2002).]
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Another disadvantage is that propane is a flammable gas, where nitrous isn't.
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Blue 1994 Z28
Moroso CAI, March underdrive pulleys, Jet throttle blade, Comp Cams 1.6 rr, Accel 300+ ignition, HPPIII, Accel adjustable fuel pressure regulator/gauge, Nitrous Works wet kit (175hp), FLP race-prepped 4L60E, Coan 2800 rpm convertor, LS1 driveshaft, 4.10 gears, cat removed, Flowmaster American Thunder. Moser 12 bolt soon.
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Blue 1994 Z28
Moroso CAI, March underdrive pulleys, Jet throttle blade, Comp Cams 1.6 rr, Accel 300+ ignition, HPPIII, Accel adjustable fuel pressure regulator/gauge, Nitrous Works wet kit (175hp), FLP race-prepped 4L60E, Coan 2800 rpm convertor, LS1 driveshaft, 4.10 gears, cat removed, Flowmaster American Thunder. Moser 12 bolt soon.
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There starting to make propane kits for turbocharged vechiles to replace alki injection. these kits are cheaper the btr's, there around $500 or less. these can be adapted for nitrous kits using a WOT switch
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99 TurboTransAm
T-76 TT single
#5 @94 octane
385/430 mustang dyno
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99 TurboTransAm
T-76 TT single
#5 @94 octane
385/430 mustang dyno
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What does NHRA say about Propane tanks in your trunk?
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Jeff C - Utah
1994 383 Z28 M6
Bored, Stroked, Splayed, and Sprayed!
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Utah F-body Assoc.
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Jeff C - Utah
1994 383 Z28 M6
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www.nvmyz28.com
Utah F-body Assoc.
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From: Bliss
Propane injection is a HUGE deal in performance diesels. (Yes performance diesel trucks can be very scary fast.) Do some searching in the areas of Cummins Turbos and Power Strokes and you can get some info on propane injection.
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by SmokinHawk:
There starting to make propane kits for turbocharged vechiles to replace alki injection. these kits are cheaper the btr's, there around $500 or less. these can be adapted for nitrous kits using a WOT switch
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There starting to make propane kits for turbocharged vechiles to replace alki injection. these kits are cheaper the btr's, there around $500 or less. these can be adapted for nitrous kits using a WOT switch
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pros of propane:
1 increases octane
2 lowers knock
3 cools intake temperature
4 one 5lb bottle lasts a LONG time
5 CHEAP to refill, and can be refilled almost anywhere
cons
1 it can blow up
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3000GT VR4 TT *sold*
new project, 95 t/a....will someone make a good turbo kit already?!?
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