Hi there nice forum, i'm about to buy a RRS but i dont know which one yet.........

What you guy's think about that ?
Is it possible ? is it safe ? what about the s/c version ?
THNX

agree, nice forum.
What do we think about gas converting the V8?
sounds good . I think it's possible and safe. Has anyone had it done on the Sport yet?
It would probably work out about as economical as running a diesel but obviously take longer to fill and need space for the tank. Cost of qualified installation could be anything between £1000-£3000 dependant on type and tank size etc.. so you'd need to do some sums to weigh up long term financial benefits.

And how long are the government (UK) going to freeze the duty on gas? probably until enough of us have converted and they feel it in the pocket. Unfortunately, cherrybay, our government are not trusted very much by motorists.

LPG conversation for the 4.4 V8 on DISCO3: http://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1657

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THNX Martin, Mattclarky

I had a look @ the disco3 forum and it looks good... but what about the S/C ??

Hi cherrbay,
I quite fancied the SC but couldn't bear the fuel useage.
I had my last petrol Range Rover converted to gas and would highly recomend it.
There was no difference in performance, could switch from petrol to gas or vice-versa on the move, had a 95litre tank in the spare tyre compartment and achieved equivilent to 30-35 mpg against petrol costs.
The only downside was the 95 litre tank could only manage 200 miles max. and then if I couldn't find gas I hated paying for petrol.
A company in Morecambe, Lancs did the job. A Range Rover specialist for £1200 with all the certificates. I'll try and speak to them and let you know if they have any plans for the sport engine including the SC. Of course not much use for you in Antwerp but may be of interest?
When I had mine converted in 2002/2003 the government said a duty freeze of 3 years minimum would be employed and I paid around 29p-33p per litre.

.....AT LAST,
People talking sense. Instead of how fast and bragging about 8 mpg we have a thread about improving MPG.
In the seventies and eighties the RR petrol managed around 16/17 mpg on average and it's quite the same in 2005, whereas nearly all other vehicle manufacturers have vastly increased fuel economy. We should be looking at todays petrol Range Rovers averaging a good 20-25 mpg minimum.
And how many of you use them for off road work apart from a little fun? None? a small handful?

Robin Sunpower wrote:

And how many of you use them for off road work apart from a little fun? None? a small handful?

Robin Sunpower - are you some kind of eco warrior waiting for a chance to pounce on 4x4 owners? I notice your post was your first. What car do you drive? - one of those Toyota half breeds I bet. Go and do some tree hugging somewhere else I'm contributing to warmer summers. By the way wht don't you ask Tim in Scotland how many gallons to the mile he does - that should make you cry!
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Robin Sunpower wrote:

.....AT LAST,
People talking sense. Instead of how fast and bragging about 8 mpg we have a thread about improving MPG.
In the seventies and eighties the RR petrol managed around 16/17 mpg on average and it's quite the same in 2005, whereas nearly all other vehicle manufacturers have vastly increased fuel economy. We should be looking at todays petrol Range Rovers averaging a good 20-25 mpg minimum.
And how many of you use them for off road work apart from a little fun? None? a small handful?

Hi Guy's
Today i had a test drive in a tdv6 .
And i must say very very comfortable but less power then i expected ... ( my renault trafic compagnie dci 140 van is faster ?!!)
But i still liked it .
I will try to find out as much as possible about the LPG conversion and the new Diesel v8 . before i will make my choice because i just love the car...

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Robin Sunpower wrote:

.....AT LAST,
People talking sense. Instead of how fast and bragging about 8 mpg we have a thread about improving MPG.
In the seventies and eighties the RR petrol managed around 16/17 mpg on average and it's quite the same in 2005, whereas nearly all other vehicle manufacturers have vastly increased fuel economy. We should be looking at todays petrol Range Rovers averaging a good 20-25 mpg minimum.
And how many of you use them for off road work apart from a little fun? None? a small handful?

[quote="RRUK"] I don't think I have seen ANY threads bragging about how fast these cars go or being able to only get 8mpg? Where have you been reading this?

RRUK if you carefully read the posts you may well find that it was YOU!
However, it wouldn't be the first time you've put you're foot in it! you have a habit of it. Why don't you spend a couple of hours reading what you have said and once again edit out your embarrassment!

Would you like to know, being the highest poster on the forum, you have been chosen as an example of the average RR ownner with your posts, attitude and comments, all very helpful thank you very much in our campaign for higher taxation on 4 x 4 s, higher fuel prices and an ultimate goal of a ban on 4x4 vehicles for everyday on-road use. A campaign which is getting positive results daily I pleasure in telling you.

I have no intention to make enemies of people here but just highlight your poor choice of vehicle and hope you'll at least consider trying to improve MPG.

I come in peace. I join you in peace. You are welcome to visit our site and make your own (non abusive) comments please. www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk

One World, One Planet, Give Peace a Chance.

start a prius forum. i promise to join.

at least we all know now who the biggest wanker on this forum is.

Robin Sunpower wrote:

.....our campaign for higher taxation on 4 x 4 s, higher fuel prices and an ultimate goal of a ban on 4x4 vehicles for everyday on-road use. A campaign which is getting positive results daily I pleasure in telling you.........
I have no intention to make enemies of people here but just highlight your poor choice of vehicle .....
I come in peace. I join you in peace. You are welcome to visit our site and make your own (non abusive) comments please. www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk

One World, One Planet, Give Peace a Chance.