AM MAGAZINE SHELL - Australian Automotive Aftermarket Magazine

4WD4WD FUEL INCREASES HPLPG converter LP GAS 1 has recently launchedDieselGas 1 to maximise the fuel efficiency and powerof diesel engines, in a breakthrough for 4WD owners.The technology offers turbocharged diesel vehicles a 15 to25 percent increase in powerand a 10 percent reduction infuel use.A 10 to 15 percent increasein power can be expected fornon-turbo vehicles.LP GAS 1 Managing DirectorDamian Arena said it did nottake long to realise the benefitsof the change over.“As there is immediateperformance improvements andfuel cost savings,” he said.“Our technology is state-ofart,so you are guaranteed anexpertly fitted and dyno tunedsystem that will provide apractical solution to the age oldproblem of achieving more withless.”Most vehicles cost as little as$4400 to covert to DieselGas 1.This covers a standardconversion with a single tankand exhaust modification ifrequired.In most 4x4 vehicles, LPGtanks are typically located inplace of the main muffler.In most tray type vehicles,LPG tanks are typically locatedunder the tray.Sold with a three year100,000km warranty, privatelyregistered vehicles are eligiblefor the $2000 governmentrebate.“DieselGas1 is good newsfor diesel motorists and forpeople on the land seeking tomaximise the performance oftheir diesel engines,” Mr Arenasaid.LP GAS 1 says theDieselGas1 fumigates LPGvapour into the intake air-streamto enhance the combustionprocess.The amount of LPG used iscontrolled via a sophisticatedmicroprocessor controlled steppermotor.The optimum ratio is 1 to1.3 litre of LPG to 10 litres ofdiesel fuel.LPG, having a higher flashpoint than diesel, increases theburn rate of the diesel andtherefore provides a morecomplete combustion.By combining the two fuels,a far higher percentage ofbetween 95 and 97 percent ofthe diesel fuel is burnt resultingin increased power, far cleaneremissions, lower exhausttemperatures and improved fuelconsumption.As the technology can betailored to all diesel engines,DieselGas1 can be used forearth moving equipment,stationery engines, primemovers, heavy rigid trucks anddiesel trains.Mr Arena said theseapplications would likelywarrant tax deduction’s forbusiness use.“With so much pressure onthe price of fuel and interest inmaximising the performance oftheir engines, the earlyresponse we’ve got from peopleon the land has beenoutstanding,” he said.“It’s noteworthy that ourresearch shows many womenhave also adopted a keeninterest in the environmentalbenefits of our fuel solution, asblack plume and otheremissions are reduced.“It’s another pragmaticbenefit of DieselGas 1 fordiesel vehicle owners who areoften unfairly targeted when itcomes to emissions.”LP GAS1 is part of theAllomak Limited group.To find out more about theimmediate benefits ofre-powering a diesel engine,call LP GAS 1 on1300 883 660.AU T O M O T I V E A F T E R M A R K E T M AG A Z I N E AU G U ST 2 0 0 8 65