By the way, it has a new pricker needle in it. I didn't replace the jet but the new pricker needles goes through no problems.
So, it burned and kept on burning after the metho went away, but then it kind of went dim and the sound changed at the same time... and it stayed...
OK, mantle initial burn done. First pressure lantern. Finding my way as I go 8] [ATTACH]
Hi Tony, I didn't pay too much attention when I had it fired up but I think they had to be at least 2-3mm so close on 1/8th". Thinking next...
OK this is super exciting now. I pressed the new mesh in and have reassembled the whole thing!! (aside from the handle) Here is where it got...
Thanks all. Based on your comments I think it is worth a try. The lantern is still disassembled at the moment while I finish up the rest. I think...
Guys, by chance I picked up some stainless steel mesh but it is heavier than the original. Will this make a difference? Do you think it will...
It seems I was prematurely disappointed with where I ended up after citric treatment. Got some time again tonight and here is where it got to...
So I have finally got some spare time to go back to the lantern. I did the citric treatment on the tank. Being careful over about a two hour...
Spent some time on this this afternoon. I had a look at the GSR recipe as I figured given the tank is worn through to brass in a couple of minor...
Thanks for pointing me in the right direction guys. Glad I asked instead of persisting with the bench grinder. I could give it a go with this....
Thanks Graham. They use stainless mesh for positioning small plants in aquariums. I thought I might check that next at the local aquarium shop. I...
Hi guys, While I'm waiting for a couple of parts to arrive I've turned my attention to polishing the tank. Below is a picture of the tank with...
Thanks for the info Tony :content: It is a bit of fun!
Wow that looks good for its age!
OK, sorted. Pencil blowtorch. Still appears black in places but looks better than when I started so figure good enough - it seemed to change back...
Hi Tony, no, not yet as I haven't picked up the PTFE gas tape. Picking this up when I can in between work :-)
Hi all, Yet another question. I need to replace the needle on the 3/300 I am fettling. It would be minimal cost to replace the brass mesh...
Thanks again Phil. I've got back to this again now and went and gave it a go with pliers - that mesh pops straight out with no effort. Jaco -...
Thanks Phil, to remove the existing mesh, is the retaining lip removable, so that you would remove that retaining lip first and then the mesh will...
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