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Rather than burn gasoline or diesel fuel, a consumer would fuel their vehicle with natural gas. In order to provide enough range, the gas is compressed and stored on the vehicle in pressurized tanks. Tanks that can hold up to 3,600 psig.

Sounds a little scary doesn't it? Not when you compare the physical properties of Natural Gas and gasoline. The fact is that natural gas is a much safer fuel than gasoline. (Ever wonder why the stove in your home doesn't burn gasoline instead of natural gas?)

What is Natural Gas? Natural Gas is an organic compound that is found deep within the earth. It is a fossil fuel formed over millions of years of geological pressures and changes. Natural gas is primarily methane comprised of hydrogen and carbon. It is a safe fuel source that is commonly used in homes and businesses for heating, lighting and cooking.

How is it used for powering vehicles?

Well, here is how the CNG System works: ^^^ See picture above ^^^

1) Compressed Natural gas enters the vehicle through the natural gas valve or receptacle (A) into high pressure cylinders (B).

2) When natural gas is required by the engine, it leaves the cylinders and passes through the master manual shut-off valve (C).

3) The natural gas enters the engine through the high pressure fuel line (D).

4) Compressed gas enters the regulator (E), which reduces pressure from up to 3,600 psi to approximate atmospheric pressure.

5) The natural gas solenoid valve (F) allows natural gas to pass from the regulator into the gas mixer or fuel injectors (G).

6) Natural gas mixed with air flows downward through the carburetor or fuel injection system and enters the engine's combustion chambers.

Natural Gas is an ideal fuel source for many reasons, including safety.

Natural Gas is lighter than air. This means that it will not puddle (like gasoline) or sink to the ground like propane, which is heavier than air. Instead, Natural Gas will rise and dissipate in the atmosphere.

Natural gas also has a higher ignition temperature. This means that it is much harder to ignite. Also the storage systems used for compressed natural gas are infinitely stronger that the gasoline tanks found on cars and trucks today.

IS YOUR VEHICLE A CANDIDATE FOR “CNG” CONVERSION?

HERE ARE A FEW SIMPLE RULES

 Your vehicle must be multi-port fuel injection

 Your vehicle must have LESS than 75,000 miles

 Your vehicle must have complete service history (oil changes / tune-ups / new spark plugs) and pass a full inspection and drivability test

 Your vehicle must have a clear AutoCheck or CarFax vehicle history report

 Your vehicle must be running in top condition on gasoline or diesel prior to the conversion

Gasoline powered vehicles are easily converted by adding CNG components that make natural gas the primary fuel. Storage cylinders are installed either in the trunk of a car or underneath vans or pick-up trucks. Stainless steel lines are run from the tanks to a regulator that will reduce the pressure of the gas stored on-board. The natural gas then passes through a fuel-air mixer and then into the air intake manifold where it is introduced for combustion. A fuel selection switch is installed on the dash to allow the driver to switch between natural gas and gasoline. Make SURE your CNG Conversion is INSTALLED ONLY BY A TRAINED, LICENCED, BONDED AND INSURED TECHNICIAN!!!