LPG tank

i am pondering swapping to LPG on my 99 petrol freelander not planning to get rid any time soon and was wondering if the tank can be underlsung and not sacrifice the load area?

plus any other useful bits of info on the conversion on this model would be nice. eg insurance issues, etc...

thanks

matts

Yes, there used to be a company advertise on eBay who did a tank which goes in place of the rear exhaust silencer. They also include a stainless steel exhaust in the conversion.
I was looking into it myself a while ago for a V6 Freelander but went for a V8 Range Rover instead that had already been converted.
The conversion for the V6 was about £1900 for a 4 cylinder petrol engine will be cheaper but I see it as the way forward at the moment with out of control petrol prices.
My Range Rover is not far behind pence per mile as my wifes TD4 Freelander, but it's quicker, quiter and smoother. Plus the V8 soundtrack puts a smile on my face everytime I bury my foot into the carpet!

I have also seen underslung tanks as pointed out above.

Just be wary that LPG makes the engine run hotter - Although I'm a fan of the 1.8, it could cause more issues??

Regards,

Steve

thanks for the feedback, think i'll do a bit more investigation with my local garage, if the tank is dependant on removing the silencer it may be an issue. the extra heat generation sounds like it could be a problem.

matts said:

thanks for the feedback, think i'll do a bit more investigation with my local garage, if the tank is dependant on removing the silencer it may be an issue. the extra heat generation sounds like it could be a problem.

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Silencer can be sorted - simply continues along the vehicles length and exits under the near side lamp cluster. Can't remember who manufactures.

You could gain more space by removing the rear lockable cubby box, but this would involve some fabrication.

Personally, I would stick to petrol unless you have the latest modifications (Stronger oil rail, latest cylinder head gasket and steel locating dowels).

Regards,

Steve

Also bear in mind that to recoup the cost of the installation you will have to cover quite a few miles. On a '99 vehicle, it might not be a worthwhile installation. Just my $0.02

cheers G

all really relevant points to consider and it is something i was mulling over without to much background but this helps a lot.

matts

See piccies of mine here. http://www.landyzone.co.uk/lz/f9/sump-guard-after-todays-events-53076.html ...storage box removed and exhaust modifed as above if your doing the miles it might be worth it. dont even bother if you currently have any engine issues as will only make things worse...

Most of money spent on doing job will be got back on re-sale as lpg converted motors normall bring in better prices.

cheers again, still intend to do a bit more investigation b4 doing much else. in the meantime found this on fleebay

Freelander 1.8 LPGA Approved 4 cylinder LPG conversion on eBay, also, Other Vehicle Parts Accs, Other Vehicle Parts Accs, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 10-Mar-08 07:30:36 GMT)