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McGrath512

Don't bother. Vents get to almost 1000 deg. F. Any thing other than the dull Rustoleum header paint or the like wont work.

McGrath512

Let your base coats dry for the recommended time even after curing in the oven and you will have no problems with clear coating. I cure my painted fount in the oven at about 180 for an hour or two then allow to set for 24 hours after that then clear coat and oven again. I have never had a problem wi...

McGrath512

anhydrous ammonia is what the crack heads use to mfg meth. You do not need to worry about anhydrous alcohol at all!

Brian

McGrath512

Old battery post cleaner works well for me. The small end fits just right.

Brian

McGrath512

Stunning! Amen. They are one of my favorites. Yea, like a crooked picture, they bug me too!

Brian

McGrath512

I straighten them all the time. I don't like Leaner's. Just be gentle and you should have no problem. I usually take them apart and straighten the valve in the fount, if that's the problem or the frame if it's whomper jawed. Sometimes if I don't want to take them apart, I just manhandle into proper ...

McGrath512

Coleman used their own sealant but it was very similar to loctite red. May have been the exact formula but that's a secret! Teflon tape has its advantages but DO NOT use it on your lanterns. They are not plumbing fixtures!

Brian

McGrath512

I would refer to the expert. Mr Coleman and his company. They built over 40 million and most had the thread lock sealant. Why would we try to change what worked so well all these years. I don't want mine to move or leak ever! I use the blue thread lock. Never had one leak yet. You can still take one...

McGrath512

I use blue locktite. You should use some type of sealer. Some use Teflon tape but it has a lubricating effect that will allow the valve to turn easily when in the correct position. Coleman used the red loctite but as you discovered, it can be a pain to remove the valve. The blue is not quite as hard...

McGrath512

If tape works for you, tape them. You do not need to worry about air and the heat will rise whatever you do.

Brian

McGrath512

Could have even crossed paths at the grocery or something! Small world. Glad you got it ok. I always wonder when I use USPS

Brian

McGrath512

Darren, send me your address and I'll send you one.

Brian

McGrath512

SAM IS RIGHT. I have not yet tested the pressures but I went and looked at my 5th wheel aux gas tap and it is indeed tapped off of the line BEFORE the regulator. I did check my line pressure after the regulator and it is 12.7 inches or about 1/2 PSI. SO I will follow up but I am wrong I have not run...

McGrath512

Industrial combustion systems are more in my area but I am now intrigued and have to know. I have a digital manometer and some time so I will do some experimenting tomorrow and I will try to determine at what pressures there are measurable differences with light output? My 5th wheel is set up at 4 p...

McGrath512

I suspect the orifice is the determining factor as to the flow. The pressure is of little consequence. I also used to have a 60's Shasta travel trailer that also had a propane light over the sink. Same low pressure as the stove. The lantern on my grill is run off of a tee from the tank and the light...

McGrath512

I have one I run on my 5th wheel after the regulator. Runs excellent. I also have one that I run in my BBQ straight from the bottle. No difference. Give it a try.

Brian

McGrath512

Either works!

Brian

McGrath512

I did the test about a year ago using a Type N 1/8" MGO thermocouple and a Fluke potentiometer both calibrated. The temp, just below the vent, on the inside of the single mantle lantern (200A) using #21 mantle and CF was just under 1000 deg. and the double mantle lantern was just under 800 deg F. I ...

McGrath512

I have straightened many a fount back simply by chucking the valve up in a vice and gently persuading it back. Never had a problem yet!

Brian

McGrath512

I would leave it alone for a few days. I have clear coated some too soon and had the paint bubble even after baking. I usually let mine set for a week! Then if it is a water slide decal, I would put it on, let it set another day and put two light coats of Rustoleum 500 deg clear over the entire foun...

McGrath512

I have used 409 to clean vents and when I did not get it rinsed off good, they cloud after I fired em up. Nothing I have tried will fix them. I no longer use any cleaner other than Windex and 0000 steel wool. I rinse them very well! I have not had any problems since. It may have had nothing to do wi...

McGrath512

You could just get a can of this. It is what I use. Takes about a can to do a 9' x 11' tent. I would get two! Just for canvas tents, shoes etc. <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.coleman.com/coleman/ColemanCom/detail.asp?CategoryID=6000&product_id=2000009210">http://www.colema...

McGrath512

Mark, now I see what the problem was, I didnt scratch hard enough

Brian

McGrath512

All, I have tried Armour Etch glass etching cream (sold at Hobby Lobby & Michaels) on numerous globes. It does NOTHING to the glass globes. Not the Pyrex, not the China, Germany or Mexico globes. I left it on for hours and it just rinsed off with absolutly no effect. Not even a dulling of the glass....

McGrath512

Ken, Looks like your back in the kitchen. I know others may not agree but I have painted more than a few of them and usually I just run the darn thing a couple days after after I paint em. Have seen no adverse effects!

Brian

McGrath512

<IMG src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/Murff/Emoticons/sEm_oops2.gif" align=absMiddle border=0>. Sorry Rookie, Great catch. I did type brake cleaner. You are correct it is great for removing paint, especially if you dont want to! <IMG src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/Murf...

McGrath512

It may not be the ball at all. If it leaks after the stem is tightened, after pumping, it could be leaking from around the threads. It could have been removed in the past and not tightened very good. Just another thought. I have learned this from experience. Might want to pump it up, close the stem ...

McGrath512

9/61 - 4/62 seems to be the dates for the burgundy lanterns. Thats not to say there may be a few outside these dates, thats Coleman. But I would say a 3/62 should be a burgundy. The other 62 lanterns are a deeper red than the traditional 200A and I have heard them refered to as "transitional lantern...

McGrath512

Congratulations Mike. I have not met you, but feel I know you from your posts. I will commit to coming to you first for anything I need in the future. Good luck and Thank You.

Brian

McGrath512

Enoch has them. I have ordered several things from him and they are top quality, fair priced, packaged and shipped very well. I highly recommend him and his products.

Brian

McGrath512

This fellow has them and is a forum member. I just recieved some from him a couple weeks ago. They are stainless and work perfectly. <A onclick="toggleTooltip('',document.getElementById('divMemberMenu1492461'),this); return false;" href="http://oldtownyucca.websitetoolbox.com/profile/1492461"...

McGrath512

Nope, in fact, I think they prefer you dont. Just send it!

Brian

McGrath512

Shawn, look at the other post here for IPE vents. They do amazing work. I just got 5 back that I had Jeff do in black. WELL WORTH THE COST. I see others here have posted prices and cost sheet. Takes about 4-6 weeks to get them back but they are well worth the wait. Send them you will be glad you did...

McGrath512

I am not sure but I have been told it was Oct. 61 through about June of 62.

Brian

McGrath512

I agree. I have used the 550 F ceramic paint. It does ok on the founts although seems to chip easier than traditional enamel. It does not do very well on the burner frames. The 1200 and 2000 deg silver and clear works excellent. In my humble opinion.

Brian

McGrath512

Great job. Well done. One note, always remember, silly wabbit, Trix are for kids!

Brian

McGrath512

Kept me captivated. Thank you Bob. Beautiful job, lamp.

Brian

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Slightly bent lantern question

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Is thread sealer necessary?

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Was this a ceramic burner cap?

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Run Profane Lantern off of Big Bottle

Run Profane Lantern off of Big Bottle

Run Profane Lantern off of Big Bottle

Run Profane Lantern off of Big Bottle

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Dull Vent

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Bounce an idea off some here. - Pictures added

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200A Check Valve

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The best information regarding Coleman stoves, lanterns and other gas pressured appliances!

Uncle Sidney ~ Prison Philosopher Says:
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