Here is the filler cap. Seems to seal correctly when snugged down. (New washer) [ATTACH]
Have completed an initial cleanup of my 8/51 242B. The fount nickel is a little marked from the shoulder upwards but don't want to risk damaging...
Thank you. I notice Autosol make many different compounds... which one in particular do you suggest? Car Care Archives | Detailing Compounds -...
No stamping or markings on the tank. Only the decal on the bottom.
Yes, definitely an 8, thank you for spotting it! Will try to buy a seal kit for it tomorrow and possibly a new globe. ( Glass) then get it...
What is the best way to clean up grotty speculum / nickel plated lanterns? Would like to remove whatever can be removed without damaging the...
Thank you. Ann at TW Sands in Melbourne identified it at about the same time. It says Solar on the pressure gauge too but no other markings....
Thank you, I must be blind or whatever as I overlooked the obvious! Definitely 51 stamped in but I cannot see another number to represent the...
Collection is growing but I have no clue re what this lantern is. Appreciate any advice re make / model / age etc [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]...
Picked up a new X246 this week. In reasonable condition but no markings to be found anywhere. Anyone able to provide any clues re age etc?...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] My collection seems to be breeding... including this 242B. "Made in Australia By arrangement with Coleman Lamp & Stove Co Ltd...
This one came out fairly easy but I had one stuck very firm in my R1 radiator. Someone suggested repeated heat & wrench cycles and that did the...
@AussiePete can you share details of how you do nickel plating at home? I am sure many readers would like to try this themselves.
I lived in Illinois in the early 1990's and visited Amish settlements in Arthur (IL) & also Pennsylvania a few times. Never went inside a house...
Couple more pics... [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Picked this up in an auction last weekend along with an X246B. (Sold as 2 x Tilley lanterns...) Seems in reasonable shape except the control...
A pic that I meant to post earlier... [ATTACH]
Once I got my R1 radiator running I had the bug so purchased a mid 50's X246. Quick clean up and a new set of seals and it was up & running. The...
The top cup makes it easier to fabricate as the mesh resists being rolled up & wants to spring open. (But loses all spring once it is heated.)...
Drilled 2 x 5mm holes in the bottom and no more escaping flame. Don't think it is burning quite as hot however and the mantle glow is a bit...
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