PROPANE CONVERSION FORD 4.6L 3V Explorer

taranmalhi · 04-07-2012, 04:03 PM

Hey guys,

Considering that gas prices are going up here in Toronto...$1.40/Litre, i'm really interested in the idea of converting my Ex to propane. I've been doing some research and found out that my Ex would require a EFI Propane system. I had a few questions before I continued on with my project. Knowing that I would have to sacrifice my spare tire and possibly the Class 3 trailer hitch, i'm a bit sceptical. Here's my q's!

1.) Has anyone ever done this conversion before on the 3 valves?, especially the Explorers?
2.) Would I still be able to install performance add-ons onto the vehicle after it is completed?
3.) What kind of fuel consumption would the V8 be doing after this is completed?
4.) Is it healthy and safe for my motor to be running on propane?

I mean, the crown vics have been running these propane systems since I could last remember. Every taxi out here seems to have one installed on them. What difference would it be to install the system on my Ex?

Comments and help much appreciate, Thanks!

stuartr · 04-07-2012, 05:34 PM

Don't know if it will work but I am interested!
Stu

04-07-2012, 04:03 PM	#1
taranmalhi Wannabe Elite Explorer Mississauga, Ontario 2008 Limited AWD Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 23 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	PROPANE CONVERSION FORD 4.6L 3V Explorer Hey guys, Considering that gas prices are going up here in Toronto...$1.40/Litre, i'm really interested in the idea of converting my Ex to propane. I've been doing some research and found out that my Ex would require a EFI Propane system. I had a few questions before I continued on with my project. Knowing that I would have to sacrifice my spare tire and possibly the Class 3 trailer hitch, i'm a bit sceptical. Here's my q's! 1.) Has anyone ever done this conversion before on the 3 valves?, especially the Explorers? 2.) Would I still be able to install performance add-ons onto the vehicle after it is completed? 3.) What kind of fuel consumption would the V8 be doing after this is completed? 4.) Is it healthy and safe for my motor to be running on propane? I mean, the crown vics have been running these propane systems since I could last remember. Every taxi out here seems to have one installed on them. What difference would it be to install the system on my Ex? Comments and help much appreciate, Thanks!

04-07-2012, 05:34 PM	#2
stuartr Wannabe Elite Explorer Richlands, VA 2002 Mercury Mountaineer Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 417 Vehicle Specs	Don't know if it will work but I am interested! Stu __________________ Mountianeer family I have a 2002 and she has a 2008. Both AWD V6.

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