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Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 2:19pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
What are the disadvantages of converting petrol cars to CNG cars? Automobiles powered by petrol are increasingly being converted to run on compressed natural gas (CNG). CNG is a sustainable fuel option that is becoming more and more popular. Although the transition to cleaner energy is praiseworthy, it is important to consider the side effects of this change. There are disadvantages to switching from petrol to compressed natural gas (CNG). Being aware of these issues is necessary to making well-informed choices on the switch to alternative fuels. What are the Disadvantages of Converting Petrol Cars to CNG Cars? Are you wondering what are the disadvantages of converting petrol cars to CNG cars? Just carefully read below. |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 2:23pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Decreased Efficiency and Strength This is one of the disadvantages of converting petrol cars to CNG cars. The possible loss of power and performance when switching from petrol to CNG is a major disadvantage. Compressed natural gas (CNG) has a lower energy density than gasoline. As such, cars powered by CNG may have less horsepower. For drivers who value performance, this power loss may be a major problem and have an impact on the whole driving experience. 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 2:24pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Minimal Range of Driving When compared to their gasoline-powered equivalents, CNG vehicles frequently have a shorter driving range. As a result of its lower energy density, CNG necessitates larger storage tanks. This can take up valuable interior space and decrease the amount of trunk space that is accessible. For drivers, having to stop more frequently for refueling can be annoying, particularly on lengthy trips when petrol stations may be few. 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 2:25pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
High Costs of Conversion This is also one of the disadvantages of converting petrol cars to CNG cars. The initial cost of converting a gasoline-powered vehicle to run on compressed natural gas is high. It can be expensive to convert the car with CNG-compatible parts, like a high-pressure tank and fuel system adjustments. Even while there can be long-term fuel cost reductions, some prospective users might be discouraged by the conversion’s upfront costs. 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 2:31pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Limited Facilities Refueling with CNG is not as well-established as it is with petrol. Even if the quantity of CNG refueling stations is steadily rising, it is still far fewer than that of petrol stations. Owners of CNG vehicles may find this restriction difficult, particularly in areas with limited access to refueling facilities 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 2:32pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Upkeep Difficulties This is one of the disadvantages of converting petrol cars to CNG cars. Vehicles with CNG systems need specific upkeep and servicing. CNG operates at high pressure, as such, some parts may experience increased wear and tear, calling for routine maintenance and inspections by qualified specialists. In certain places, it may be difficult to find certified mechanics with CNG system knowledge. This could cause maintenance problems for owners of CNG vehicles. |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 2:33pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Environmental Issues This is one of the disadvantages of converting petrol cars to CNG cars. Even though CNG is typically thought of as a greener fuel than petrol, there are environmental effects associated with the extraction and delivery of this fuel. The main ingredient of natural gas, methane, is a strong greenhouse gas. Some of the environmental benefits associated with CNG vehicles may be countered by methane leaks that occur during the production and delivery of natural gas. |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by buygala(m): 7:02pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
searchng4love: Well articulated points Only thing is.... Do you own and drive a vehicle powered by CNG by virtue of which you have personal experience of the above stated points? 4 Likes |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 7:20pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Lastly ensure you or your kids family and friends don't stay inside the CNG cars during refueling.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG0kncxOTEs?si=a-4Ub0gE1kiV8DGQ 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 7:25pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Another CNG explosion in Pakistan https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cybr9jbs_ls/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 7:27pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
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Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 7:30pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
1 killed, two hurt in explosion at CNG station in Mansa Eyewitnesses said there was no fire at the filling station, located in a densely-populated area near the bus stand. After the blast, the police cordoned off the area. Bathinda An employee at a compressed natural gas (CNG) filling station in Mansa was killed and two others gravely injured in an explosion at the station on Sunday evening. The victim, Vikram Singh, was filling gas in an Alto car when the explosion took place at the facility named Jagdish Oil Company. The injured were rushed to the Mansa Civil Sources said the victim, killed on the spot, was thrown up over 20-feet due to the high-pressure of the gas. The roof of one of the cars was also blown off, with another vehicle also damaged. Eyewitnesses said there was no fire at the filling station, located in a densely-populated area near the bus stand. After the blast, the police cordoned off the area. Filling station owner Jagmohan Kumar said, “More lives would have been lost, if we had not followed the protocol related to the filling of gas, which mandates that no one must to be present inside the vehicle, when gas is being filled.” 1 Like
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Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 7:32pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Another CNG explosion
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Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 7:40pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Gas cylinder of a Cobalt car exploded in Navoi; a three-year-old child died December 25/2023
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Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 7:51pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
While I am not discouraging the CNG conversion going around every nook and cranny of Nigeria at the moment.... I just wanted to bring to our attention the flip side of the CNG use in automobiles. Personally I will rather opt for fuel efficient petrol vehicles instead of the likely ticking time bombs... I'd never be comfortable in one of those CNG cars...given the error prone rate of our kazeems who cannot even properly wire a car..... Peugeot 206, 307 are ultra fuel efficient Honda Civic City are extremely fuel efficient All Mercedes Benz 4 cylinder engine cars are extremely fuel efficient Toyota Corolla Avensis are fairly fuel efficient. Just my two piece.... Happy New Year in advance 4 Likes |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by xperiencelove(m): 7:11am On Dec 30, 2023 |
You have done well sir. Thank you for the information. 3 Likes |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by Elxandre(m): 12:22pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
Interesting. 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by dicksonadams(m): 7:10pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
have you shown Gazzuzz, dru23, nurey and other key stakeholder this review? |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:42pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
searchng4love: This used to be a problem in the past, but now overcome by programming the petrol injectors to compensate for power loss at the power band, or at a predetermined rpm. 2 Likes |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:26pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
searchng4love: Design of tanks. What we are used to is 1 massive tank in the trunk, but in more developed CNG environments, you have smaller tanks , as small as 30L inserted in different locations of the vehicle , you even have smaller petrol tanks to accommodate more cng tanks , that way you get ranges as much as 400-500miles 1 Like
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Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:34pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
searchng4love: Most Nigerians do not calculate . My Hyundai ix35 costs 35k per week and 140k per month fuel. In 10months this becomes ₦1.4m naira. I installed an 85L CNG tank and kit. Car now averages ₦4100 weekly and ₦16-20k monthly . In 10months ₦200,000. I have saved ₦1,200,000 in ten months. I have had the car since 2012 still under 110k km What is more expensive? Using petrol or converting to CNG ? 2 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:36pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
searchng4love: Creating refueling options for vehicles converted by gazzuzz autos. Withing mainland Lagos at slightly higher than normal prices . |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:42pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
searchng4love: The only replacement part is the CNG filter, and it is every 10-20k miles . Every state that has is a CNG refill station has a CNG repair facility . 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 9:43pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
GAZZUZZ:Suffice to have such explosive ordinances in a single location 2 Likes |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:44pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
searchng4love: Still better than burning diesel or petrol . |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 9:45pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
GAZZUZZ:You spent 600,000 and above to save 1.2m in ten months |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 9:45pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
GAZZUZZ:Green house is green house |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:47pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
searchng4love: It is a standard, to stay away from vehicle when refilling. Explosions are always related to substandard tanks. In Nigeria we use type 1 tanks, which are 6-8mm thick and never explode . 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:49pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
searchng4love: There have been no documented CNG explosions in Nigeria since 2009. 1 Like |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by searchng4love: 2:02am On Dec 31, 2023 |
GAZZUZZ:I have seen passengers in a CNG bus run for their dear lives during a refill at ibafo, even the attendants panicked. |
Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:29am On Dec 31, 2023 |
searchng4love: Leaks are common in contraptions like this, but not explosions from refill. 1 Like
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Re: Are CNG Car Conversion Really Worth It? by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:31am On Dec 31, 2023 |
searchng4love: Actually much more, but since I do not pay my self let's call it ₦600,000.
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