When installing LPG valves on a gas tank, a reliable thread sealant is essential. We are often asked: Is Loctite 55 suitable? Or: What do you use at LPG Techniek Van Meenen?
Let us clarify.
What do we use?
For sealing threads on LPG tanks, we use a professional anaerobic liquid sealant from Berner. 👉 It cures in contact with metal and in the absence of oxygen, creating a gas-tight and vibration-resistant connection.
A comparable product from Loctite is Loctite 577. 👉 This is also an anaerobic liquid sealant, specially designed for metal threads in gas and fluid systems.
And Loctite 55?
Loctite 55, a Teflon sealing cord, is also approved for LPG applications. It is wrapped mechanically around the thread and provides a solid seal. 👉 However, for permanent installation of LPG valves, we prefer a liquid sealant like Berner 4270 or Loctite 577, because it cures and offers better resistance to vibrations and temperature changes.
Will I lose my warranty if I install an LPG system?
No, you will retain the legal 2-year warranty. The warranty cannot be denied solely because you installed an LPG system. Only if there is a direct link between a defect and the LPG installation could the warranty be affected.
Is an LPG system compatible with engine tuning?
We recommend exercising caution when combining engine tuning with an LPG system. The reaction of the LPG system to a tuned engine is unpredictable. It may be necessary to revert the tuning to the original settings after installing LPG.
Is there any power loss when driving on LPG?
No, there is no noticeable power loss when driving on LPG. You will experience the same performance as when driving on gasoline.
We are excited to inform you about the publication of our latest list of Zavoli Bora Advance LPG and CNG kits, as of 30 November 2023. This list is now available for download in PDF format.
The Zavoli Bora Advance systems are designed for a wide range of vehicles, suitable for engines of all power levels as well as for the latest generation (DI & DI-MPI) vehicles. These systems comply with Euro 6D NEDC or WLTP standards, offering smoother, more powerful performance with lower emissions and greater savings.
Installing a Zavoli Bora Advance LPG system not only saves on fuel costs but also contributes to a cleaner and healthier environment. We offer an extensive list of available kits for various types of vehicles, ensuring you always find a suitable solution for your vehicle.
Looking for a replacement for your vehicle’s OEM pressure regulator? Allow us to introduce the Bigas RI27J CNG pressure reducer. This innovative pressure reducer is designed to provide an efficient and cost-effective alternative to OEM pressure regulators that are no longer produced or often cost an exaggerated amount of money.
Broad Compatibility
The Bigas RI27J pressure reducer is compatible with various vehicle models and replaces the original pressure reducer in the following models:
Fiat Doblo, Panda, Qubo, Punto, Fiorino, Multipla, and Twin Air engines
Opel Zafira, Combo, Zafira Turbo II
Citroën C3
Renault Kangoo
Volkswagen Touran, Caddy
Mercedes B200, E200 Kompressor
Iveco IV260, Daily 2800 cc, and Daily 3000 cc
Moreover, this pressure reducer is suitable as a replacement for brands such as Teleflex GFi, Metatron Meta M, Meta Mon 5, Metatron ND1, Falcon, Landi Renzo.
The Benefits of the Bigas Pressure Reducer
The Bigas pressure reducer offers numerous benefits. Firstly, the original pressure reducer can be replaced with the compatible Bigas model. Furthermore, the Bigas pressure reducer costs only a fraction of an OEM pressure reducer. Lastly, no adjustment is needed in your vehicle’s software, making installation simple and convenient.
Available in 4 Variants
The Bigas pressure reducer is available in four variants, making it easy to find the right choice for your specific needs.
You can order these pressure reducers in our webshop. Through this table, you can check which pressure reducer is suitable as a replacement for your current pressure reducer.
Discover the benefits of the Bigas RI27J CNG pressure reducer today and experience the difference!
In this article, we present an LPG installation kit for motorhomes, equipped with a fixed LPG tank in the shape of a wheel. This kit is designed for easy installation in an existing motorhome and utilizes the existing pressure regulator in your gas bottle compartment to connect to your appliances.
✅ LPG toroidal tank with vapor withdrawal (58 liters, diameter 630 mm, height 225 mm) ✅ Pre-mounted valves on the tank, filling hose, and external filler ✅ Mounting bolts, large washers, and clamps ✅ Manual shut-off valve for the gas bottle compartment, including fittings ✅ LED fuel gauge (for reading inside the motorhome) ✅ High-pressure hose (2 meters), fittings, and pre-reducer (pressure regulator) ✅ LPG external filler with French connection and filling adapters
This kit includes all the necessary components to install a fixed LPG tank in place of the spare wheel.
Deze kit bevat alle onderdelen die je nodig hebt om een vaste tank te monteren op de plaats van het reservewiel.
Pre-mounted valves on the tank:
✔ 80% fill stop valve with elbow for connecting the fill hose ✔ Manual withdrawal valve with 1/4″ female thread connection – for direct mounting of the 1.5 bar pre-reducer/pressure regulator ✔ Overpressure relief valve ✔ Tank level gauge
Tank mounting
The tank can be mounted underneath the vehicle using the four welded mounting brackets on the tank:
The tank can be mounted underneath the vehicle using the four welded mounting brackets on the tank:
🔹 Bolts and nuts are included to secure the tank to the floor of your motorhome. If the floor is not flat, a spacer can be used, or a support frame can be made using steel profiles.
🔹 If a frame is needed, check whether it can be attached to the existing mounting points of the vehicle using bolts.
🔹 Alternatively, the four holes in the center of the tank can be used for mounting. The necessary rods are not included but can be purchased separately as threaded rods.
🔹 The LPG toroidal tank must be mounted with at least four attachment points.
Connection inside the gas bottle compartment
Existing pressure regulator in the motorhome (not included in the kit)
LPG filter fits on the LPG pressure regulator (not included – available separately)
Manual shut-off valve with fittings (included in the kit)
PVC high-pressure hose (67R class 1) with fittings (included in the kit)
External filler installation
We supply an external filler with a direct French connection:
Recessed filler housing (for mounting in the wall or bumper)
Metal mounting bracket (for under-bumper installation)
LPG external filler with French connection
Manual withdrawal valve with pressure regulator
Manual withdrawal valve on the tank (included)
1.5 bar pre-reducer (reduces pressure for safety), including fittings (included)
67R class 1 homologated PVC pressure hose, including fittings (included in the kit)
LPG filling adapters included for all of Europe
This kit includes all necessary LPG filling adapters for travel across Europe:
ACME adapter – Belgium, Germany, UK, Luxembourg
Bayonet adapter – Netherlands, UK, Norway
Euro adapter – Spain, Portugal
Inbegrepen in de kit zijn alle LPG-vulnippels voor heel Europa.
For the following countries, no adapter is needed as the LPG external filler already has the correct filling connection: France, Denmark, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia, Norway, Austria, Portugal, Slovakia, Sweden, Czech Republic.
Tank level indication for inside the motorhome
The tank level can be read both directly on the tank and inside the motorhome using the included level indicator.
5-LED indicator: A red LED lights up when the tank is almost empty All 5 LEDs light up when the tank is full
Analog gauge directly on the tank Electrical cable included
Complete with mounting materials and fittings
This kit is delivered fully equipped with:
Cable ties for securing the electrical wiring and high-pressure LPG hose
Clamps for mounting the high-pressure PVC hose
1/4″ x 1/4″ fitting for mounting the pre-reducer (4) directly onto the withdrawal valve
Pre-reducer (to be mounted directly onto the manual withdrawal valve using (3))
1/4″ male fitting for connecting the PVC hose to the pre-reducer (4) and the manual shut-off valve in the gas compartment (2 pieces included)
Fitting for the LPG tank on the 80% fill valve to the PVC hose (8)
Fitting for the LPG filler connection to the PVC hose (8) with nut and clamp
8mm PVC hose, cut to length, 67R homologated
20/150 fitting (nut, nozzle, and seal) – connects the manual shut-off valve to the pressure regulator
Recently, concerns have arisen about the sale of non-approved LPG filling hoses on the market. In this article, we explain why it is important to pay close attention when purchasing hoses suitable for high-pressure LPG and why using approved hoses is essential for the safety and reliability of LPG installations.
Perforated gas hoses versus hydraulic hoses: The main difference between an LPG gas hose and a conventional hydraulic hose is that a gas hose is ‘perforated.’ This means that small holes have been made in the outer sheath layer of the hose. These holes act as a kind of membrane, allowing gas to escape and evaporate in a controlled manner between the inner and outer layers. In a non-perforated hose, this is not possible, which can lead to blistering in the hose due to the pressure of the gas. This causes gas-filled deformations in the outer sheath. For this reason, ordinary hydraulic hoses should not be used for gas.
European regulation – Regulation 67 (R67): The safety and reliability of LPG installations are regulated by European rules, namely the so-called Regulation 67, or simply R67. This regulation describes in detail the requirements and specifications that must be met. National inspections throughout Europe adhere to these rules. Moreover, these legal requirements for installations are also a prerequisite for insurers to provide coverage for a vehicle.
Categories of gas hoses according to R67: R67 divides gas hoses into two categories based on their maximum working pressure:
Hoses with a maximum working pressure up to 4.5 BAR (class 2). Class 2 hoses are in no case suitable for filling and can only be used in the low-pressure section.
Hoses with a maximum working pressure up to 30 BAR (class 1). This type applies to LPG filling hoses, as well as hoses that form the connection between the fuel tank and the high-pressure side of the pressure regulator).
The specific application of a gas hose in an installation thus depends on the pressure. For comparison: the pressure in an inner tube of a racing bike is usually between 6 and 8 BAR.
Supervision of R67: The government strictly enforces compliance with R67. Homologation according to these standards is an extensive and costly process, and manufacturers are regularly checked through audits to ensure R67 compliance. For cars, this coincides with the periodic (annual) inspection. Although R67 is easy to download, one should be aware that the document consists of approximately 150 pages.
Conclusion: It is of great importance to use only approved LPG filling hoses that comply with European R67 regulations. With us, you can confidently purchase flexible filling hoses that meet the requirements of R67 class 1. We distribute hoses from the renowned brand Parker, a reliable choice for your LPG installation. This way, you know for sure that you are investing in quality and safety, and you are guaranteed a reliable and durable product.
How can you check if the hose is R67 Class 1 approved?
To verify whether an LPG hose complies with R67 regulations, you should check the following markings on the hose:
LPG
“EХ 67R-01 XXXX”
Class 1
If the hose contains these markings, you can be sure that it is an approved R67 class 1 hose.
The color of the additive used in Valve Protection and Valvecare-Di systems has been changed from “White” to “Red” to make it more visible inside the pipes and thus facilitate check and diagnostics operations. The well-known composition, with proven protection against valves, seats, and petrol injectors damages, remains unchanged. The “Red” additive is compatible with the “White” one, so that they can also be mixed in whatever quantity. The bottle changes too, for an easier identification of the new product: from metal to black plastic.
This additive is specifically designed for use in Valve Protection and ValveCare-Di systems. It is available in a 1 liter package and is recommended for use with Zavoli, BRC and OMVL systems. Some benefits of this additive include:
Reduces wear on valves, seats, and fuel injectors
Protects against corrosion and oxidation
Improves engine performance
Extends the life of the engine
Reduces emissions of harmful substances
You can order the additive on our webshop via this link.
Do you want to make your gasoline vehicle more environmentally friendly and efficient while saving money? LPG Techniek Van Meenen has the perfect solution for you: the Zavoli BORADVANCE LPG installation.
Our BORA DIRECT systems are suitable for the latest gasoline engines with direct injection and are among the most advanced technologies on the market. With these systems, you can enjoy various benefits, such as improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions of harmful substances.
The Zavoli Boradvance LPG installation works by injecting gas into the engine of your vehicle instead of gasoline. This results in cleaner combustion and reduces the emission of harmful substances. The installation is designed to work with modern gasoline engines with direct injection and is easy to install without major modifications to your vehicle. The gas is injected via the intake manifold and improves fuel efficiency, allowing you to save money on fuel costs. The Zavoli Boradvance LPG installation offers advanced technology that makes your vehicle more efficient and environmentally friendly without sacrificing performance.
With the Zavoli Bora Advance LPG installations, you can not only save money on fuel costs but also contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment. We offer a comprehensive list of available kits for different types of vehicles, so you can always find a suitable solution for your vehicle.
Don’t hesitate any longer and upgrade your gasoline vehicle today with Zavoli Bora Advance LPG installations. Request a quote online here.
LPG is a fuel that is becoming increasingly popular among drivers. It is an alternative to petrol and diesel and is increasingly seen as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly option. Here are some advantages of LPG installations:
Low fuel costs: The main reason why many people switch to LPG is because of the low fuel costs. LPG is generally cheaper than petrol and diesel and can therefore provide significant savings in the long term.
Environmentally friendly: LPG is a clean fuel and emits fewer harmful substances than petrol and diesel. This makes it better for the environment and can contribute to cleaner air and better air quality.
Higher energy efficiency: LPG has higher energy efficiency than petrol and diesel, which means that more kilometers can be covered with the same amount of fuel.
Longer engine lifespan: LPG has a higher octane value than petrol, which provides better combustion in the engine. This can extend the engine’s lifespan and reduce maintenance costs.
Wide availability of filling stations: There are increasingly more filling stations where LPG is available, making the use of LPG more accessible.
Meets strict safety standards: LPG installations meet strict safety standards and are regularly inspected to ensure that they remain safe and reliable.
In short, LPG is still a cost-effective and environmentally friendly fuel option. It can result in lower fuel costs, better air quality, and a longer engine lifespan. With a growing network of LPG filling stations and safe LPG installations, it may be worth considering switching to LPG.
Calculation for a vehicle with a petrol engine that consumes 8 liters per 100 km.
To make a cost comparison for a car that consumes 8 liters of petrol per 100 km, we need to calculate the total fuel costs per 100 km for each of the three fuels: petrol, LPG, and CNG.
For petrol, the price is 1.845 euros per liter. To calculate the cost per 100 km, we multiply the consumption per 100 km (8 liters) by the price per liter (1.845 euros):
8 liters x 1.845 euros/liter = 14.76 euros per 100 km.
For LPG, you consume 15% more than on petrol, so the consumption per 100 km will be 1.15 x 8 liters = 9.2 liters. The price of LPG is 0.7140 euros per liter. So the cost per 100 km for LPG is:
9.2 liters x 0.7140 euros/liter = 6.5808 euros per 100 km.
For CNG, you consume 40% less than on petrol, so the consumption per 100 km is 0.6 x 8 liters = 4.8 kg. The price of CNG is 1.935 euros per kg. So the cost per 100 km for CNG is:
4.8 kg x 1.935 euros/kg = 9.288 euros per 100 km.
So the total fuel costs per 100 km are:
Petrol: 14.76 euros
CNG: 9.288 euros
LPG: 6.5808 euros
Based on this calculation, LPG is the most cost-effective option for this car.
For the prices in the calculation, I took into account the maximum prices of gasoline and LPG on the date of 05/04/2023, for CNG I used the price of DATS24 in Eeklo on 05/04/2023. The calculation does not take into account a portion of gasoline consumption during driving on gas.
Hybrid vehicles are becoming increasingly popular due to their low fuel consumption and reduced emissions. But what if you want to save even more on fuel while simultaneously protecting the environment? Then an LPG installation is the perfect solution!
Zavoli is a leading company in the development of LPG installations. With the latest generation Bora Advance system for gasoline direct injection vehicles, it is now also possible to convert hybrid cars to LPG. This means that many new models from Audi and Volkswagen are on the list for conversion.
By converting your hybrid vehicle to LPG, you not only save on fuel costs, but it is also better for the environment. LPG emits fewer harmful substances than gasoline or diesel. Furthermore, LPG is generally cheaper than gasoline or diesel.
In conclusion, if you’re considering purchasing a hybrid car, it’s definitely worth looking into the possibility of converting it to LPG. Save costs and contribute to a better environment!
