What procedures are required for converting a private car to natural gas?
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After converting a private car to natural gas, you need to go to the vehicle management office to have a dual-fuel chapter stamped on the back of the driving license copy, to prove that the oil-to-gas conversion was done at a modification factory recognized by the vehicle management office. Here is some information about converting a car to natural gas: 1. Precautions: After converting a private car to natural gas, you need to pay attention to the heating system, especially in winter. When the temperature is too low, the rubber components inside the pressure reducer may become stiff, leading to improper operation and making the vehicle unable to run normally, with a high failure rate. Since most taxis have not cleaned the engine water channels, the heating for the natural gas pressure reducer may be insufficient. 2. Precautions: After the vehicle modification is completed, you should take the vehicle modification qualification certificate issued by the modification unit, along with the modification application form, to the vehicle management department to complete the motor vehicle alteration procedures. Generally, formal oil-to-gas conversion manufacturers will handle this procedure for vehicles converted at their factory.
Last year, I modified my private car to use a gas tank, and the experience was quite practical. The first step was to find a qualified modification shop, which provided certification. Then, I took the owner's ID card and vehicle registration certificate to the DMV to apply for a change in registration. After filling out the forms, I had to submit the materials for review, followed by arranging a vehicle safety inspection, mainly checking if the gas tank was securely installed and leak-proof. The environmental department also required approval, testing whether the emissions met the standards. The whole process took about three weeks, and if the inspection failed the first time, it would require reworking, which was quite troublesome. After the modification was completed, the vehicle registration information had to be updated, and during annual inspections, the gas tank had to be specifically checked to ensure safety. The total cost was around several thousand yuan, but in the long run, it saved a lot on fuel costs and was much more environmentally friendly. It's important to avoid small workshops to prevent future troubles.
