Jim,
I have a myriad of questions, however I’ll try to keep this short.
What I am looking for, is a company that can A) Supply me with CNG kits and B) Give me timely support if/when needed.
The short version of my story is that I plan to do this as a business, and am now putting all my ducks in a row.
I am a qualified mechanic, for 40 yrs. and coming out of retirement to do this, because I see it as a worthy venture. Money is important mostly to the extent that it has to support itself. I do not plan on doing the future conversions myself, as I am planning to do so at present. But I want to train employees for the job etc.
Can you help or guide me to someone who may assist me?
Hi jim ,I wana know should the air intake restricted for G-10 Suzuki engine with carburettor.If yes how much the air intake should be blocked 50% or 70% or any other % . I will appreciate your response.
From my article CNG Conversions Explained:
In the beginning the EPA wanted Cleaner Air (The Clean Air Act)(1). They targeted some cities that did not meet their “standards”(2) and asked them to clean up their air. With the power of the Clean Air Act the EPA was now in a position to offer a solution. They then mandated that some“Covered Fleets”(3) should “convert” a certain percentage(4) of their vehicles to AFV (Alternative Fuel Vehicles) thus helping the air quality. They offered to “Certify” CNG conversions(5) through a process already in place which was being used by new vehicle manufacturers. This would be good for the Fleets, if their conversions were EPA approved this would make them eligible for Federal and State rebates(6) and Incentives.
Jim,
Keep up the good work; I get really pissed at the self-serving jerks on that other site. Just curious which kits you sell and approx cost w/o tanks. I have seen a few Galileo kits available on ebay. I do have a Ford compuvalve system available but not particularly enamored with them. I also have a wide band analyzer and a programmable chip for the Ford products,
Im seriously thinking of converting an Expedition or TownCar,, and possibly a tricked out (turbocharged) Mustang to go with a pair of bifuel F150′s daily beaters Ive driven for 3 years now. Ive become a real fan of cng!
Jim,
I was told that you provided some sort of training in the CNG area. Is this a fact. Please let me know and give me some further contact information.
Thanks.
JD
Jim
last month we spoke on the phone about converting a Prius Hybrid. My wife does not like the Prius, (nor did my 1st wife for that matter). After some shopping around she has agreed to a Highlander Hybrid. Originally you were concerned with the space a tank would occupy in the Prius so I’m guessing the Highlander SUV would be better for the conversion. Hybrid conversions have been done overseas like in the UK and I’m hoping to do it here. In our area we are lucky to have the Haynesville Shale production and CNG quick fill stations. Also, I’ll be using a slow fill in our home. We haven’t bought the Highlander yet but it will probably be a 2008 or 2009. An estimate is appreciated. Please include tank options. I really admire how you run your business. Thank you
-Cody
Lee County Republican wanting to introduce HB 70 to Iowa Congress. Have contacted 2 people which said it will have to be done next fall. need to prepare now. how can i get info on how Utah went around the EPA to allow noncertified EPA kits and get some competion going to reduce the CNG conversions?
Would be interested in having a CNG business here in Iowa.
where can i get detail about CNG. had an agument at LCR meeting last niight of which one member said there is not enough BTU’s to give you proper power W/O loss of mileage.
i am an HVAC contractor and have worked with natural gas for over 30 years. i like N.G. products!
any help you might be able to give me or point me in the right diirection[s] would be much appreciated.
Sincerely, Bob Borders May 3, 2011
i have a 94 ram250 van thats dual fuel gas and cng factory installed or so i was told, the tanks underneath have expiration of 2009 can i get them tested to extend the expiration date or buy new tanks. or will it even be an issue. it has an hr meter and has only been used cng 21 hrs to the gas side used 2000+hrs (if original meters) the system has been charged and no leaks and works great. just wondering about the tanks.
Rich, where do you live? Are the tanks steel or composite? The decision is up to you, some tank inspectors may say they are fine if they are type I or type II.
Hey Jim,
I have a 2001 chevy cavalier, and was running on cng, it lost all power and died. pulled the cng fuse and it ran fine, then the check engine light came on. Ran some seafoam through it and the light went away. the light came back on about a thousand miles later. still will not run well on cng. The codes it is pulling is P0140(O2 sensor issue) and P0742(tcc issue). Where should I start?
It depends on where you live, I charge $1500 labor plus kit, tank and tank bracket, a sequential kit is $2400, an aspirated system is $700, the tank can be anywhere from $1000 on up depending pon the size and whether it it new or used.
How hard is it to convert a 70′s Ford pickup to CNG? Since it is carbureted and has no electronics, it would seem to me to be very simple. I live in Ogden, UT, from what I’ve read I assume your from around these parts too. What issues am I going to have to deal with getting my truck registered and emmission tested? Why don’t more people do conversions like these on pre-OBDII vehicles? From my perspective I’m going to be spending $1000 on a truck, $500+ on a kit and $1000 on Tanks. Add to that a rebuild and some upgrades and your looking at a nice classic truck for less than $5000. Sounds like a good idea to me, but then again, I’ve never been afraid to get my hands dirty either.
Jim,
I am an automobile dealer with interest in retro-fitting used cars with CNG systems (to the public for a profit). From your information, it would be for intermediate aged (still w/in useful life, but likely >current MY +2). I have talked with suppliers of conversion kits who are NOT EPA certified. They maintain that EPA certification is not necessary. I don’t beleive that to be the case. What are the legal requirements? The new or nearly new conversions that are EPA certified are both restrictive to very few vehicles & pricey…which seems counter intuitive to the endeavor to convert more vehicles to CNG. Can you help me understand what is required…I’m assuming non-certification could have liability &perhaps potential fines, etc. issues. Please enlighten me if you can.
Do you think that with the new rules, you can install a kit on an “out of service” vehicle and be legal? Assuming that you can pass an OBD test and an emissions test.
Jim, I have a99 f250 342 v8 cng only. It has a rough idle and the engine stumbles [misses] esp, below 40 mph the missing pulses are random with no rithym at 40 or 50 the trucks shakes and i must floor it to downshift to stop the shaking. it starts a few minutes after warmup the ses lighs and a po192 code “fuel rail pressure ckt, a low” is indicated . Any ideas? thanks Bill
I am interested in converting 2005 f 150 to a cng vehicle. Are there certain vehicles that are better than others? is this a good one? How much would it cost and are the sequential kits better than the aspirated or worse in your opinion?
Thanks
Brandon
hi,i am newjersey and have limo business,we use lincoln town cars which have 4.6L,please send me detail priceing and saving on conversion.we dont have CNG station near by so i like both system gas and CNG .what is advantage if i convert the vehicle.
I am looking for a DielMax 5100 Software program installation CD with the Drivers for my laptop(s) I have two (2) laptops and two (2) operating systems; a Windows 98 XP Pro and a Windows 7.I already have 2 Diel 4590 conversion kits that I need to program. I am willing to pay a reasonable charge for the original DielMax 5100 Software with operating Drivers. Email address is: rlstewart@crosstel.net.
I got a quick question. Im having trouble finding a kit for my truck. I have a 2005 chevrolet 2500 with an 8.1 vortec. Ive looked around a bit and i was wondeeing if it would even be possible and worth while in the long run to save a bit on fuel? Im looking for a dual fuel system to run gas as well as cng. Is this possible!?
I have a 06 Dodge Cummins Diesel. Can you recommend a kit for me? Also, please explain the advantages/disadvantages of a programable unit.
If I purchase a used tank, what should I look for and what should I avoid? I assume that If I purchase a used tank, I will need to purchase a valve? Is that true? If so, what type of valve do I need?
Jim,
I have a 2008 Scion XD hatchback. Most conversions put the tank in the trunk. Is a hatchback a bad idea for CNG conversion?
Thanks,
Greg Sistrunk
Jeanerette, LA
Jim, I have a 05′ Nissan Titan, I would like to make it a bi-fuel with CNG, I live in Tulsa, OK. Is there a kit? How much would it cost for everything? How hard would it be to install myself? Do you have detailed/picture instructions and such? Thank You
I have a Duramax. I’m installing CNG. I was told to use two CNG regulators due to the size of my engine. Do I need two regulators? If so, do I connect the low pressure CNG vapor lines together and run a single 3/4 inch vapor hose into my air intake? Or should I run a separate vapor hose from each regulator?
Jim,
I have a myriad of questions, however I’ll try to keep this short.
What I am looking for, is a company that can A) Supply me with CNG kits and B) Give me timely support if/when needed.
The short version of my story is that I plan to do this as a business, and am now putting all my ducks in a row.
I am a qualified mechanic, for 40 yrs. and coming out of retirement to do this, because I see it as a worthy venture. Money is important mostly to the extent that it has to support itself. I do not plan on doing the future conversions myself, as I am planning to do so at present. But I want to train employees for the job etc.
Can you help or guide me to someone who may assist me?
Posted by larry Burke | March 22, 2011, 6:50 pmLarry, I can help you in all of those areas, I will e mail you later, sign up for my newsletter so I can get your contact info, Jim
Posted by Jim Younkin | March 22, 2011, 7:00 pmHi Jim,
I am student and I am doing some research on CNG for heavy duty farm equipement. I am in California and it seems to be a lot of regulations?
Is it possible to convert a Deisel Farm Tractor to CNG? Drawbacks? Positives?
Thanks!
Posted by Mike | March 31, 2011, 10:06 pmSend me an E Mail at younkin@gmail.com with your contact info and the specifics on the equipment you want to power, Jim
Posted by Jim Younkin | April 4, 2011, 12:55 amHi jim ,I wana know should the air intake restricted for G-10 Suzuki engine with carburettor.If yes how much the air intake should be blocked 50% or 70% or any other % . I will appreciate your response.
Posted by Muhammad Akram | December 23, 2011, 8:05 amAs far as I know there are no regulations for forklifts except NFPA safety regulations, Jim
Posted by Jim Younkin | April 9, 2011, 2:04 pmWhat makes you think there would be a problem?
Posted by Jim Younkin | April 10, 2011, 4:59 amFrom my article CNG Conversions Explained:
In the beginning the EPA wanted Cleaner Air (The Clean Air Act)(1). They targeted some cities that did not meet their “standards”(2) and asked them to clean up their air. With the power of the Clean Air Act the EPA was now in a position to offer a solution. They then mandated that some“Covered Fleets”(3) should “convert” a certain percentage(4) of their vehicles to AFV (Alternative Fuel Vehicles) thus helping the air quality. They offered to “Certify” CNG conversions(5) through a process already in place which was being used by new vehicle manufacturers. This would be good for the Fleets, if their conversions were EPA approved this would make them eligible for Federal and State rebates(6) and Incentives.
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Posted by Jim Younkin | April 10, 2011, 1:23 pmJim,
Keep up the good work; I get really pissed at the self-serving jerks on that other site. Just curious which kits you sell and approx cost w/o tanks. I have seen a few Galileo kits available on ebay. I do have a Ford compuvalve system available but not particularly enamored with them. I also have a wide band analyzer and a programmable chip for the Ford products,
Im seriously thinking of converting an Expedition or TownCar,, and possibly a tricked out (turbocharged) Mustang to go with a pair of bifuel F150′s daily beaters Ive driven for 3 years now. Ive become a real fan of cng!
Posted by Mike P | April 11, 2011, 6:07 pmSend me an E mail with all the info at younkin@gmail.com I will send you an estimate
Posted by Jim Younkin | April 12, 2011, 2:43 amJim,
I was told that you provided some sort of training in the CNG area. Is this a fact. Please let me know and give me some further contact information.
Thanks.
JD
Posted by JD Willits | April 19, 2011, 8:05 pmJim
last month we spoke on the phone about converting a Prius Hybrid. My wife does not like the Prius, (nor did my 1st wife for that matter). After some shopping around she has agreed to a Highlander Hybrid. Originally you were concerned with the space a tank would occupy in the Prius so I’m guessing the Highlander SUV would be better for the conversion. Hybrid conversions have been done overseas like in the UK and I’m hoping to do it here. In our area we are lucky to have the Haynesville Shale production and CNG quick fill stations. Also, I’ll be using a slow fill in our home. We haven’t bought the Highlander yet but it will probably be a 2008 or 2009. An estimate is appreciated. Please include tank options. I really admire how you run your business. Thank you
-Cody
Posted by Cody Jennings | April 25, 2011, 5:22 pmLee County Republican wanting to introduce HB 70 to Iowa Congress. Have contacted 2 people which said it will have to be done next fall. need to prepare now. how can i get info on how Utah went around the EPA to allow noncertified EPA kits and get some competion going to reduce the CNG conversions?
Would be interested in having a CNG business here in Iowa.
where can i get detail about CNG. had an agument at LCR meeting last niight of which one member said there is not enough BTU’s to give you proper power W/O loss of mileage.
i am an HVAC contractor and have worked with natural gas for over 30 years. i like N.G. products!
any help you might be able to give me or point me in the right diirection[s] would be much appreciated.
Sincerely, Bob Borders May 3, 2011
Posted by Bob Borders | May 3, 2011, 2:07 pmSend me an E Mail at younkin@gmail.com I have written articles on HB70 plus comments from the EPA
Posted by Jim Younkin | May 3, 2011, 2:32 pmLook through my Blog, I wrote a few articles about HB 70, Jack Draxler was the House member that submitted it, if you need more help let me know, Jim
Posted by Jim Younkin | May 9, 2011, 12:59 ami have a 94 ram250 van thats dual fuel gas and cng factory installed or so i was told, the tanks underneath have expiration of 2009 can i get them tested to extend the expiration date or buy new tanks. or will it even be an issue. it has an hr meter and has only been used cng 21 hrs to the gas side used 2000+hrs (if original meters) the system has been charged and no leaks and works great. just wondering about the tanks.
Posted by rich | May 20, 2011, 1:54 amRich, where do you live? Are the tanks steel or composite? The decision is up to you, some tank inspectors may say they are fine if they are type I or type II.
Posted by Jim Younkin | May 21, 2011, 1:57 pmHey Jim,
I have a 2001 chevy cavalier, and was running on cng, it lost all power and died. pulled the cng fuse and it ran fine, then the check engine light came on. Ran some seafoam through it and the light went away. the light came back on about a thousand miles later. still will not run well on cng. The codes it is pulling is P0140(O2 sensor issue) and P0742(tcc issue). Where should I start?
Posted by Riley | July 5, 2011, 6:49 pmwhere is the best place to purchace stainless steel tubing and fittings for installing and adding tanks
Posted by Richard Richards | August 5, 2011, 3:46 pmcost to convert a 2011 ford escape 2.5 l
Posted by wayne c rose | August 18, 2011, 7:09 pmIt depends on where you live, I charge $1500 labor plus kit, tank and tank bracket, a sequential kit is $2400, an aspirated system is $700, the tank can be anywhere from $1000 on up depending pon the size and whether it it new or used.
Posted by Jim Younkin | August 19, 2011, 3:54 amHow hard is it to convert a 70′s Ford pickup to CNG? Since it is carbureted and has no electronics, it would seem to me to be very simple. I live in Ogden, UT, from what I’ve read I assume your from around these parts too. What issues am I going to have to deal with getting my truck registered and emmission tested? Why don’t more people do conversions like these on pre-OBDII vehicles? From my perspective I’m going to be spending $1000 on a truck, $500+ on a kit and $1000 on Tanks. Add to that a rebuild and some upgrades and your looking at a nice classic truck for less than $5000. Sounds like a good idea to me, but then again, I’ve never been afraid to get my hands dirty either.
Posted by Ryan D Waddell | September 3, 2011, 4:07 amJim,
I am an automobile dealer with interest in retro-fitting used cars with CNG systems (to the public for a profit). From your information, it would be for intermediate aged (still w/in useful life, but likely >current MY +2). I have talked with suppliers of conversion kits who are NOT EPA certified. They maintain that EPA certification is not necessary. I don’t beleive that to be the case. What are the legal requirements? The new or nearly new conversions that are EPA certified are both restrictive to very few vehicles & pricey…which seems counter intuitive to the endeavor to convert more vehicles to CNG. Can you help me understand what is required…I’m assuming non-certification could have liability &perhaps potential fines, etc. issues. Please enlighten me if you can.
Thank you,
.
Posted by Jim Holman | September 15, 2011, 6:57 pmDo you have a kit that will fit a 2006 cadillic sts 3.6 L,engine if so how do i get one??
Posted by craig lee | October 13, 2011, 6:18 pmDo you think that with the new rules, you can install a kit on an “out of service” vehicle and be legal? Assuming that you can pass an OBD test and an emissions test.
Posted by Mark Averett | October 26, 2011, 12:25 amI have a 2002 Ford Excursion 7.3 diesel what would it cost to have it set up duel fuel CNG diesel?
Posted by Daniel | November 30, 2011, 11:06 am$3000
Posted by Jim Younkin | December 18, 2011, 4:31 pmdo these systems work with propane as well?
Posted by josh | December 3, 2011, 9:09 pmIt would need a different regulator.
Posted by Jim Younkin | December 18, 2011, 4:30 pmJim, I have a99 f250 342 v8 cng only. It has a rough idle and the engine stumbles [misses] esp, below 40 mph the missing pulses are random with no rithym at 40 or 50 the trucks shakes and i must floor it to downshift to stop the shaking. it starts a few minutes after warmup the ses lighs and a po192 code “fuel rail pressure ckt, a low” is indicated . Any ideas? thanks Bill
Posted by Bill | December 13, 2011, 7:34 amHow much horsepower can 1/4inch stainless steel line support? At what point would i need to use 3/8
Posted by Joe | December 18, 2011, 9:22 amWhat HP are you talking about?
Posted by Jim Younkin | December 18, 2011, 4:29 pmI am interested in converting 2005 f 150 to a cng vehicle. Are there certain vehicles that are better than others? is this a good one? How much would it cost and are the sequential kits better than the aspirated or worse in your opinion?
Thanks
Brandon
Posted by brandon | December 20, 2011, 10:31 amWhat is the best full size car to put a CNG system in? I currently have a Ford Contour bifuel and need a bigger car for growing kids? Thanks
Posted by Blaine Bills | January 9, 2012, 7:13 pmhi,i am newjersey and have limo business,we use lincoln town cars which have 4.6L,please send me detail priceing and saving on conversion.we dont have CNG station near by so i like both system gas and CNG .what is advantage if i convert the vehicle.
Posted by zak | January 13, 2012, 9:04 pmI am looking for a DielMax 5100 Software program installation CD with the Drivers for my laptop(s) I have two (2) laptops and two (2) operating systems; a Windows 98 XP Pro and a Windows 7.I already have 2 Diel 4590 conversion kits that I need to program. I am willing to pay a reasonable charge for the original DielMax 5100 Software with operating Drivers. Email address is: rlstewart@crosstel.net.
Posted by Ron Stewart | January 14, 2012, 5:51 amI got a quick question. Im having trouble finding a kit for my truck. I have a 2005 chevrolet 2500 with an 8.1 vortec. Ive looked around a bit and i was wondeeing if it would even be possible and worth while in the long run to save a bit on fuel? Im looking for a dual fuel system to run gas as well as cng. Is this possible!?
Thanks,
Tom
Posted by Tom | February 17, 2012, 2:55 amI’m trying to decide what car/ SUV to do a conversion on:
I’ve heard that the car should be newer than two years, not sure why?
Thinking about a Ford Edge, or a GMC Acadia
or a
Toyota Camry or similar sedan.
Are there better vehicles to do a conversion on?
Does it matter how many miles are on the car?
I’m Colorado.
Bill
Posted by Bill Honn | February 18, 2012, 7:44 pmJim,
I have a 06 Dodge Cummins Diesel. Can you recommend a kit for me? Also, please explain the advantages/disadvantages of a programable unit.
If I purchase a used tank, what should I look for and what should I avoid? I assume that If I purchase a used tank, I will need to purchase a valve? Is that true? If so, what type of valve do I need?
Thanks,
John
Posted by John Stokes, Pleasant View Utah | March 2, 2012, 5:28 amJim,
I have a 2008 Scion XD hatchback. Most conversions put the tank in the trunk. Is a hatchback a bad idea for CNG conversion?
Thanks,
Greg Sistrunk
Jeanerette, LA
Posted by Gregory Sistrunk | March 6, 2012, 1:52 amAny car will work, the smaller cars will have less room for tanks, Jim
Posted by Jim Younkin | March 7, 2012, 2:12 pmJim, I have a 05′ Nissan Titan, I would like to make it a bi-fuel with CNG, I live in Tulsa, OK. Is there a kit? How much would it cost for everything? How hard would it be to install myself? Do you have detailed/picture instructions and such? Thank You
Posted by Darrell R. McGlumphy | March 14, 2012, 4:11 amJim,
I have a Duramax. I’m installing CNG. I was told to use two CNG regulators due to the size of my engine. Do I need two regulators? If so, do I connect the low pressure CNG vapor lines together and run a single 3/4 inch vapor hose into my air intake? Or should I run a separate vapor hose from each regulator?
Posted by Owen Ginocchio | March 18, 2012, 2:55 am