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Originally Posted by Grant Bowker

As discussed in another thread propane power was one of the fads at the time that seemed like a wonderful idea until it got out into the field and it was discovered that the available technology didn't match the promised capability and the environment some of the vehicles were operated in. I had no problem with the van in lotus land except for the standard problem that empty vans do poorly in snow but cold starting was a recognized issue with propane at the time.

The recruiting centres were issued alternate fuel vehicles to help the CF meet some government objective. But, trying to find fuel for a propane staff car in -40 weather in Leader, Saskatchewan made everyone think again.