propane

[remy]

propane on a walk behind mower pros & cons

help and thanks

 

[reynoldston]

Didn't know that they made such a thing. It just seems like the fuel tank would be too big and heavy. Is this something you plan on buying or making it yourself?

 

[Rivets]

Size of the carb and tank would be bigger that the engine.

 

[lawn mower fanatic]

Here are reasons why some people like propane mowers: Propane Mower Incentive Program

 

[exotion]

Size of the carb and tank would be bigger that the engine.

Camping tank? And a regulator? Propane is already a gas so you don't need a carborator. A regulator will give the right amount of gas. Throttle I am not sure about or choking

 

[KennyV]

I have used a LOT of propane on large and medium AG tractors... there are a 'Few' advantages.... BUT the Un-handiness of refilling tanks and the availability of easy fuel sources out weigh All the pluses ... :smile:KennyV

 

[Rivets]

Kohler and Onan have used LP on engine that have to be run indoors for years. This is not new technology and they both use a carb. Maybe this will help you understand.

http://www.northerntool.com/images/downloads/manuals/60203.pdf

 

[midnite rider]

Check out 52waters propane conversions album link here.

 

[Walleteater1]

Might be impractical on a walk behind, but what do I know. 20yrs ago when I worked for a propane company they had an old John Deere at the time that ran on propane. Riding mower with a tank on the front of it. If I remember correctly the setup had it running on liqued propane sent through an impco vaporizer or something like that then a carburator.

 

[remy]

I've heard they lose about 10% of the HP. If you check "exmark propane" you will find it interesting they do no list HP under "spec's