[Diy_efi] Propane injection (KISS)

Derek derek_obanion at yahoo.com
Fri Apr 25 08:31:33 GMT 2003


> There are several problems with trying to use the tank pressure.
> 
> 1) If the tank is cooler than the engine compartment, the pressure from the
> tank will not keep the propane in a liquid state.
> 
> 2) Even if that wasn't a problem, you would have calibration problems due to
> the wide variation of pressures due to ambient conditions.  In fact, in
> extreme arctic conditions, the tank pressure will be about one atmosphere.
> In other words, if it's cold enough (we're talking about the arctic circle
> in the winter), you can carry liquid propane around in an open bucket.

Both of which are solved by a bottle heater, and well insulated delivery lines.

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