Wsa wondering what ended up happening with a Gas option on the 380 - is there one? If not, has anyone gone aftermarket?

I found this story which is interesting.

http://www.lpgautogas.com.au/index.cfm?action=News&unq=83&Type=R

Yeh id like to know about this as well. In fact if Mitsubishi made a dual fuel (sequential) 380 SX or VRX it would be most definately be my next car.

I e-mailes MMAL a couple of weeks ago about "factory LPG" on the 380. Their reply was that tehre is no "factory" LPG/dual fuel, but a dealer fit. The dealer fit LPG is strictly regulated (is that the right word??) by MMAL's rules, and does not effect the 5/10 warranty.

Dealer Fit,eh thats a bit promising.

Since they all have the same motor, under those rules it might be theoretically possible to get a 380GT/VRX/SX on gas, nice.

the dealer wouldnt actually fit the lpg kit, it would be sublet to a mmal authorised lpg mob!
and no, lpg can't be fitted to the vrx or gt models, due to the different make up of the valves!

Our neighbours ordered a 380 ES auto with LPG a couple of days ago :-)

They'll get it in 6 weeks or so, when they'll say goodbye to their ED Falcon wagon!

the dealer wouldnt actually fit the lpg kit, it would be sublet to a mmal authorised lpg mob!
and no, lpg can't be fitted to the vrx or gt models, due to the different make up of the valves!

Quite correct, MitsuMad. I should have noted that.

But in what way are the valves on the VRX and GT different?

Dam a VRX on GAS would be nice. Reading on the Ford site, apparently the BA XR6 can't get LPG because of the traction control system?

After reading that website, it all sounds very tempting. Loss of performance is my main concern. Boot space might be a bit of a problem, considering I want to carry a subwoofer too :D

Read this in my Local paper, but found it on the web VIA Google.

http://www.worldcarfans.com/news.cfm/country/jcf/newsID/2060426.004/mitsubishi/mitsubishi-380-lpg-autogas-au

http://www.japanesecarfans.com/news/2060426.004/2060426.004.1M.jpg

Mitsubishi 380 LPG Autogas


Features new fourth generation Electronic Fuel Injection
An advanced LPG Autogas-powered version of Mitsubishi’s new 380 family sedan featuring the new fourth generation electronic fuel injection (EFI) system debuted at the Perth Motor Show on April 21st.

Displayed on the Kleenheat Gas stand at the show, the 380 is a joint project between Kleenheat, Mitsubishi, Impco Technologies, APA Tanks and John Hughes Mitsubishi.

The 380 uses a dual-fuel gas/petrol system developed specifically for the car by Impco Technologies and is fully compliant with Mitsubishi’s guidelines for fitment of LPG.

The Impco Sequent 56 system uses new generation fuel vapour injection technology and computer management technology to ensure the 380 performs much the same on Autogas as on petrol.

Kleenheat sales manager Mike Carrigg said the 380 show car would be used to promote the new technology to Mitsubishi dealers, government departments and fleet managers.

Fourth generation EFI for Autogas is changing consumers’ perceptions about Autogas, with even greater fuel savings, greater power, improved reliability and the elimination of backfires,” he said.

“Responses from fleet managers have been extremely positive.”

Impco Technologies reports strong advance orders for the 380 LPG kit in the wake of sharply higher petrol prices over the last 12 months.

“The response has been amazing – we already have orders for over 200 units,” says Impco Technologies’ David Finch.

“Fuel consumption of the 380 on Autogas is within two litres per 100 kilometres of petrol, and given the much lower pump price of Autogas compared to petrol, the running cost savings are significant.”

Mr Finch says the Sequent system has proven very reliable since it was first introduced for Holden Rodeo 16 months ago.

“Some components of the Sequent 56 system were re-designed specifically for the 380 to ensure the integrity of the vehicle was not compromised in any way.

“The LPG electronic control unit (ECU) operates as an interpreter between the petrol ECU and the LPG injectors – maintaining very accurate fuel control under all circumstances.”

“The system underwent many months of field testing to ensure it met Mitsubishi Australia’s requirements including the latest Euro 3 tailpipe emissions standards.”

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