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Propane vs. Gas on a UTS

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Jim

12-19-2003 09:54:01




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I have no experience with propane tractors and I need to know which is the best fuel, gas or propane for a UTS.

I have two parts UTS tractors that I am putting together to make one good one out of. One is gas, the other propane. They are both complete as far as fuel components and can go either way.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.




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Ron S.

12-20-2003 10:22:33




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 Re: Propane vs. Gas on a UTS in reply to Jim, 12-19-2003 09:54:01  
I have a 49 UTS on LP and feel the advantage of clean burning without plug fouling , common with gasoline, is a plus. Since I don`t use the tractor in winter I can`t comment on the starting but it fires right off in the warmer weather. I use a 20 lb auxiliary lp tank which solves the re-fuel problem. I prefer the LP set-up



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Andy

12-20-2003 08:30:45




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 Re: Propane vs. Gas on a UTS in reply to Jim, 12-19-2003 09:54:01  
LP is a great clean fuel. It often gets a bad rap as not making as much power. I think it's because of LP kits used on vehicals that didn't change compression. LP makes more torque when set up right. (2 piece manifolds, higher compression) Moline did it right. LP is 105+/- octane, it burns slower,more complete throughout the whole power stroke; this is the torque difference. LP engine runs on vapor,(instead of microdroplets like gasolene) it mixes with air better at low rpms when there is less turbulance in the intake path. This is why they idle so well and helps them lug down better. The drawback on the older MM's is the ensign LP carbs and vaporizers. If they leak or need a repair kit, they are no longer made. It is easy to switch them too century or impco LP carburation. Most LP dealers can order replacements.

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galenv

12-19-2003 19:34:10




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 Re: Propane vs. Gas on a UTS in reply to Jim, 12-19-2003 09:54:01  
Lp is harder starting in cold weather than gas. If you have sheds or a garage you store tractors in check on insurance as some want tank moved outside if working in garage. Fuel leaks are a hazard with lp if they are not kept up. If going to run machine lp is a great fuel as far as engine life



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Bob M

12-19-2003 12:01:45




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 Re: Propane vs. Gas on a UTS in reply to Jim, 12-19-2003 09:54:01  
I've run MM tractors on both fuels - each has it's advantages. For propane the big advantage is it's clean burning. Means longer oil, spark plug, etc life, and generally a much longer lasting engine. The exhaust smell almost pleasant as well. The downsides include fuel cost/availability (if you run out in the field it's not easy to just dump a gallon or two to get back home!) LPG gives slightly reduced power and higher fuel consumption over gasoline. Also the LPG fuel system is more complex and not as easily understood (and operated) by many people.

If it were my choice however I'd build up the LPG tractor simply because they're less common.

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Mopower

12-19-2003 11:27:06




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 Re: Propane vs. Gas on a UTS in reply to Jim, 12-19-2003 09:54:01  
My preferance would be propane. It burns clean, engine wears less, runs smoother, more efficient, and more power. Just may not be as convenient to fuel em' up. Mine are all gas and diesel machines. I'll have propane maybe someday like a UTS or GB.



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John G

12-19-2003 16:33:56




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 Re: Re: Propane vs. Gas on a UTS in reply to Mopower, 12-19-2003 11:27:06  
I've got a 50 UTS LP and a 49 GTB LP, alittle harder to refuel, have to take them to the LP dealer, but not your common animal at the shows. A 20# LP tank with a long hose with the 3/8 flare fitting on the tractor end is a must, it'll run the tractor quite awhile on vapor in case you run out. Your LP dealer might even sponser you in the local parade if he's innovative.



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Russ

12-20-2003 18:03:43




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 Re: Re: Re: Propane vs. Gas on a UTS in reply to John G, 12-19-2003 16:33:56  
Gas or Propane; Go with the gasoline engine setup. For the tractor shows have a decent
write-up on how your model can also be run
on LP gas. Have a section on parts needed, man-hrs needed to install this conversion and how you decided to avoid propane gas leak in the garage and also avoided running out of LP gas
on the far side of the field. Good luck.



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lrp

12-30-2003 13:46:56




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 Re: Re: Re: Re: Propane vs. Gas on a UTS in reply to Russ, 12-20-2003 18:03:43  
I have numerous farm tractors as well as two farm pick-ups that operate on propane. I do not find them any more unhandy than gasoline or diesel. We tractor pull with propane and find the horse-power developed and the torque far surpass the other fuels. The truth is, most individuals do not understand propane conceptually.



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