Converting your Car to LPG/Autogas with Birway

Converting your
Car to LPG/Autogas
with Birway
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What is an LPG Conversion?
An LPG conversion will enable you to run your car on LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas), also referred to as
‘Autogas’. It is an additional fuel system, the existing petrol system remains unaffected. This means your
vehicle will become a ‘duel fuel’ car.
1. A filler point is mounted to the exterior of the vehicle, usually in the body work, the bumper or fixed to the tow bars.
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2. Refuelling an LPG car is quick and easy! Consult Birway about the possible locations of your fill point!
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An LPG tank is fitted in place of the spare wheel (even if the wheel is mounted underneath the boot floor) so there is no loss of boot space. (Carry a can of ‘tyreweld’ so the tyre can easily be
re-inflated in the event of a puncture.)
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4. Boot can be recarpeted/trimmed.
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Under the bonnet, the LPG passes through a ‘reducer’ which vaporises the LPG before it reaches the engine. This is controlled via the LPG ECU which is calibrated to achieve the same level of power and performance that the petrol system achieves.
6. The system is fully automatic! The car will initially start in petrol. Once the engine has warmed up, the Reducer is able to transform the LPG from liquid state to gaseous form.
If the tank runs out of LPG, the system will automatically revert to the petrol system!
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The gas is fed into the manifold through the LPG injectors. There is an LPG injector for every petrol injector. During the changeover the LPG injectors will open one by one as the petrol injectors close to give a smooth and unnoticeable transition.
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A small switch is installed inside the vehicle which allows the driver to change over manually. An LED located on the switch informs the driver when the vehicle is running on petrol (red) or LPG (green). There are 4 lights to indicate the level of fuel in the LPG tank.
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BRC’s highly sophisticated software allows the installer to make precise calibrations by communicating with the ECU. All of the components conform to strict European safety codes and legislation.
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Why should l choose BRC?
We understand that there are many different manufacturers of LPG Equipment supplied in the UK. They will
all claim to be “the best” system for your car, using the “latest technology”.
Only BRC Gas Equipment have the facts and figures to back up their claims and this sets them apart from the
rest of the competition
A Global Brand
BRC is an American owned (M.T.M S.r.l) Italian run company, headquartered
in Cherasco, Northern Italy. They are among the world leaders in both the
manufacture and marketing of components required for LPG conversions.
BRC Gas Equipment are one of the principle companies in the alternative fuel
sector with a presence in more than 60 countries, with a market share of
approximately 25%. In the UK market, a third of all certified conversions are
fitted with BRC.
Research & Development
Part of BRC’s success can be attributed to their Research and Development
work which enables them to design and produce all components in-house.
Chosen by Manufacturers
Well established alliances with over 20 major vehicle manufacturers are evidence of BRC’s high level of
product quality and technology. Dedicated installation centres carry out vehicle conversions. Much of the
activity is based in the 24 production lines in Cherasco and Livorno.
No Loss in Performance
The sophistication and quality of the BRC system results in no noticeable loss
in the power and performance of the vehicle. This is showcased by BRC’s
participation in motor racing across Europe.
Quality & Reliability
BRC Gas Equipment is a high performing, advanced, reliable system using
components produced to the highest quality standards. All BRC parts are
warranted for 2 years, unlimited mileage. Remember, not all quotes are like-for-like, BRC is a premium
product and not comparable with budget systems, in the same way that food from a fast food outlet is not
comparable with a Michelin star restaurant and a budget DVD player will not support Blu-ray disks. For peace
of mind and to maximize your savings choose BRC, chosen by manufacturers.
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What is Valve Protection?
LPG/Autogas has a higher combustion temperature than petrol. The LPG is vaporised before it reaches the
engine and therefore loses the natural lubricating effect of a liquid. This dry heat can potentially cause
damage to some vehicles with susceptible valve seats in the engine.
To compensate this potential issue, a lubrication system can be fitted to the engine to keep the valve seats
cool. Some vehicles can adequately cope with the higher combustion temperature, other vehicles may need a
small amount of protection or a more full-proof system.
So what are the Options?
The Manual System
The Electronic System
The more basic of the 2 options, this
system operates by drip feeding lubrication
fluid directly into the engine manifold. The
lubricant is drawn into the engine by way
of vacuum.
A more sophisticated and measured way of
delivering lubrication fluid to the engine manifold.
An ECU calculates the amount of lubricant that is
required depending on how much fuel is being
delivered to the engine and it is added to the LPG
fuel line. This means that the lubricant is mixed
into the LPG ensuring that the valve seats are
protected.
A reservoir is installed in the engine bay
and topped up in the same way you would
top up the windscreen wiper fluid. A small
LED is fitted inside the vehicle to alert the
driver when the fluid is low.
At Birway, we can advise you if
your vehicle requires a valve care
system or not and which system
will be most suitable.
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BRC (GB) Ltd supply the system from Sl-Elektronik
in Germany. As well as having an LED to alert the
driver when the fluid is low, a relay can be fitted to
automatically change the fuel supply from LPG to
petrol, should the reservoir be empty of lubricant.
A major benefit of the BRC system is that its
injectors are of high quality, enabling the
lubrication fluid to be added to the LPG.
Topping Up
If your vehicle requires a lubrication system, you will need to ensure that the reservoir is
topped up. Its as easy as filling up your windscreen wiper fluid.
The lubrication fluid “Gaslube” can be purchased in 1 or 5 litre containers from your installer.
Alternatively, visit the BRC website www.brcgb.co.uk and click on the Driver Store to order
Gaslube online.
Only a small amount of lubrication fluid is needed so it will have a very small impact on the
huge savings you will make driving on LPG.
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Birway Garage Ltd
90 Newhall Street,
Willenhall West Midlands
WV13 1LQ