What are the issues with converting a car back to gasoline after converting it to natural gas?
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Currently, most vehicles using natural gas as fuel are converted from gasoline or diesel vehicles. Considering the versatility of the converted vehicles, the original fuel supply system is often retained, so it is possible to convert back to natural gas. After converting to natural gas, the combustion chamber of the engine receives combustible natural gas, which has better combustion properties. Here is some relevant information: 1. Aftereffects: For cars converted to natural gas and then back to gasoline, the engine's operating conditions are generally hard to match those before the natural gas conversion. However, the lack of lubrication from oil materials and the rapid combustion can cause significant wear on the engine cylinder walls. Prolonged use may lead to gas leakage, reduced cylinder pressure, and decreased engine power. Even if the gas tank is removed, the damaged pistons and piston rings inside the cylinders cannot fully recover their previous performance, so converting from gasoline to natural gas is not recommended. 2. Vehicle conversion to natural gas: Converting a car from gasoline to natural gas is a modification method that changes the fuel type of a vehicle. It refers to the process of converting a vehicle originally using gasoline to one that runs on natural gas.
As someone who has been repairing cars for over 20 years, I've seen plenty of cases where vehicles converted to gas then switched back to petrol developed problems. The most common issue is the engine control unit not being recalibrated, leading to unstable idling or sluggish acceleration. During the conversion process, pipelines and sensors are tampered with; if not properly cleaned up when reverting, residual gas systems may interfere with fuel supply, even causing minor oil leaks. Moreover, once the original fuel lines are compromised, seals age faster and are more prone to failure in winter. I strongly recommend having it done at a professional shop—they can inspect the oxygen sensors and fuel injectors to ensure everything is properly reset. Often, owners try to save money by going to roadside stalls, only to end up spending more on repairs. It's better to choose the right fuel from the start. Remember, regular maintenance can prevent most issues, but repeated conversions are just asking for trouble.
