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hahoe03

No worries, if you search for this issue, you'll find quite a few posts about it. This is why the original 222 generators are so highly coveted.

hahoe03

When full of fuel, these do require very frequent pumping. If you can find an old 222 generator, it has a smaller jet and requires less pumping. When it has about a half a tank, it runs a bit longer

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Pliers

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Matt

Is the hole too big or too small for the generator?

hahoe03

Here is the Valve Stem for a 286: $5 ......https://www.oldcolemanparts.com/product ... at=&page=1

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Jason

Don't even bother fixing this thing....Just send it to me for proper disposal.

But Seriously, it'll need to be brazed, silver solder will not hold up to the heat. Or spend about as much for a new Genny as you spent on the lantern...lol

hahoe03

It's always a tense moment with an older brass fount. I have spun a bung or two in my life... Nothing a little heat and solder didn't take care of. I did however have a Kamplite fount that collapsed the top of the fount due to rust/corrosion. Just take your time and be careful.

hahoe03

The F/A tube probably needs cleaning. Did you remove the valve?

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I would suggest a dunk test to see where you leak is. Here is a diagram of a 200a valve.

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Take it to your local propane dealer. They can get you taken care of correctly and safely.

hahoe03

Both of your lanterns are double mantle so 5107 is out of the question. 5155 is most likely and will take size 21 mantle and a 288 sized globe

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[QUOTE username=LongLake68 userid=7326120 postid=1312614137]Thanks for the feedback guys. You have all been very helpful, very much appreciated. Looks like if I continue down this path I’m going to need a set of Mike’s tools. Here is an update of my progress. I had to heat the valve to remove it fro...

hahoe03

I hope you are talking about the INSIDE of the tank.

hahoe03

So i got this from a member for parts, but after looking at it, I'm pretty sure it's a "Silver band". Dated 5 53 with a painted steel collar and a painted frame with small ears. Too bad the vent was ground down and the fount stripped. So here is my questions: 1) Best paint match for an early 20...

hahoe03

Sounds like a full teardown is in order. Pull the valve and clean the fuel tube first and just work your way up.

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Welcome from GA!

better start building shelves!..lol

hahoe03

The 3 legged ones were on the 288. The ones now are for the 288A. They will interchange perfectly.

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These hoses are pretty hard to find. I had a couple of extras, but Nancy took my last one.

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[QUOTE username=UncleFred userid=1915989 postid=1311978546] I think this heat shield from our sponsor will work: <a title="" data-original-title="" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://www.oldcolemanparts.com/product.php?productid=217&cat=&page=1"><a href="https://www.oldcolemanpa...

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Hi Nancy

I do have an extra one. I will PM you

hahoe03

You need to pull the entire valve out and clean the tube at the bottom. also, be careful straightening the generator pricker as they are made of unobtainium. I am working on a Kamplite version right now.

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I might have an extra one downstairs.

hahoe03

Any 220 or 200 cap will work

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[QUOTE username=bluepen61 userid=1278297 postid=1311747354]Here are the dates I have listed for black 290 series with silver cases:

290-700 - 9-85
290-700 - 8-86 [/QUOTE]

Mine is an 8 86, but is a 290-741

hahoe03

Mine is an 8 86 as well

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I never thought there would be that many versions.

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Picked this up today. The box says special edition, but I thought they had a label that said special edition

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One thing I've noticed when fettling lanterns is that the valve stems will sometimes begin leaking upon getting hot for the first time. I just consider that normal for me. Another little trick is to take a toothpick and poke the end of the F/A tube during cleaning. I do this now on every year down b...

hahoe03

Most AGM singles of that era will work with a 220 generator. You'll need to modify the pricker, but it should work. If it runs too rich, sub a tip from a 200 on the 220 generator.

hahoe03

I actually just had the same thing happen last week with a 290 that was given to me. I just took the burner off and put the generator on the valve, then replaced the burner. Kinda like what you have to do with a 200.

hahoe03

I like Formula 303 Marine myself. Recommended by Sunbrella to bring back water repellent qualities

hahoe03

Good evening from North Georgia Terry On the bottom of the lantern there should be a date. May even say "Coleman 1945" or something to that respect. Also, is there a fuel cap AND another's that says "spare parts" or something to that respect. Just trying to narrow down the type of Lantern...

hahoe03

With it being kerosene, I would not hesitate using it if it is crack free. I actually have a couple of brass tank AGMs that get used frequently, but NEVER indoors. If you're afraid of using it, send it to me for proper disposal.???

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[QUOTE username=dwillie userid=1960221 postid=1311102216]If the tank is steel on the AGM, it would be a 3020 i think. They were not marked with a date, but were war years. Needs a preheat for sure.</blockquote> The 3020 has a different collar. The 3927, 3927A & 3020 share the same style mesh co...

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The AGM is Kero. The 242 is CF. if the 3470 is crack free, that'll be a real score!

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Mike also has the split rings for these. I ordered a few spares as I have a couple of burners missing the screens.

hahoe03

I believe the guts are asbestos with a coil in the middle. If the pricier is still good, you can sub a 220 generator for the original. Just swap over the pricker to the AGM one and you should be fine.

hahoe03

I second the missing burner screen diagnosis

hahoe03

Kwikstrip spray stripper is my go to for this. Just disassemble the lantern, spray the parts and it'll take care of the paint pretty quickly. Looks like it's nickle under the paint which is a plus. After you remove the paint, just clean and polish.

hahoe03

Some founts are hard to read as Coleman tinned the bottoms and yours got an extra helping. I've had good luck hold a LED light at an angle to make out faint date stamps.

hahoe03

[QUOTE username=Phredd userid=4335397 postid=1310821428] I've never take a K apart before -was that really green epoxy on the FA tube?.
Not Epoxy, just years or decades of RUG residue.. I've had a few that came out like that and had to use a wire wheel to clean them up.

hahoe03

Yup, I've got both styles as well

hahoe03

Yup, defective... send to me for proper disposal

hahoe03

If it is cork, try putting a drop or 2 of oil on it and let it soak in. I've done this on a couple with good results

hahoe03

Usually, that's the culprit.

hahoe03

I have 2 wickie globes do that. Very frustrating to say the least

hahoe03

It looks like it's running out of fuel

hahoe03

The 5107 is a frog's hair shorter, but will work perfectly for a user globe

hahoe03

Good morning Jim

Did you check your PM's? I sent you a link to one that fits.

hahoe03

Really aren't any other gens that will work.

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