Very interesting. How do you start the stove, and how does it maintain heat to vaporise the fuel? I have very limited knowledge of pressure...
What a beautiful thing. Well done.
Thanks Bill. I was going to ask about fount threads and compatibility with other Coleman lanterns but your suggestion shows me what I was...
Hello Robbo. An hour of ultrasonic did the trick with Shellite. I was planning on acetone as the next option, but the CV has come free,...
Nicely done…congratulations.
Update. The valve removal tool arrived this morning and it worked a treat…what an ingenius invention… the CV was tight tight in the seat…a bit...
I expect this is final post on this unless there are questions. I sewed up some simple leather straps with an elastic strap incorporated to hold...
Progress report…box design. second box is slimmer fit to the Tilley, with a different mating design. A bit fiddly to make, but it works. I...
Update. New 201 generator arrived and installed. It lights without drama, and the pricker works as it should, closing off fuel feed as it cycles...
Tony and Tim, thanks for the information and replies. The first Couple of runs with the rebuilt 295 were not great…yellowish glow from both...
Update The 295 dual mantle, dual fuel powerhouse lantern was getting low on Shellie fuel, which is very expensive here in Adelaide. $54 for 4...
I sit here this chilly evening in the glow of my two Coleman lanterns. The 201 kerosene burner was treated to a new generator, and new gas cap...
What a great way to spend an evening. Thank you for the pictures and the stories to go with them Les
The coating dried, my water spray shows it beads water without any soaking through. I may try a second coat, but probably on the next box, which...
Hello Liam. Not just a great lamp, but a fine job with the repair to the jet. Thanks for the post. Les
Nice lantern. I wish you good fortune in repairing the crack. I really like the concept of truly multiple fuel options by simply selecting the...
Tony..it’s perfect. kind Regards Les
Update. ‘first mix done and applied to the box. It was easy enough, ten minutes to make, and just slapped on with a brush. It covers easily and...
Update. Empty leak test showed no leaks , and good flow at the nozzle/jet refilled with 600ml kerosene and two full burns on meths to heat up...
Thanks sedgeman. I will add 600ml for the next test fire.
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