Re: Fuel canister adapter???

On Aug 28, 9:38=A0am, "Bruce W.1" <n...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> I built and tested it. =A0Seems to work just fine. =A0The flame is easy
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o
> control with the propane torch valve. =A0I ran it for a half-hour.
=A0The
> MSR valve was wide open.
>
> I have not kicked it over to see what happens when it falls, yet.
>
> Picture:http://www.didah.com/adapter.jpg

Looks interesting.  I'd also note that the comments on refilling are
tangential as you've never noted anything about refilling the
canisters yourself.  I'd think what' you're doing isn't illegal like
trans****ting refilled disposable canisters, but there's got to be some
risk in using a jury-rigged device.

The biggest problem I see is that your setup looks way too tall and
potentially unstable.  At the very least you should consider getting a
plastic base that attaches to the bottom of the cylinder.  Century
Tool includes them with their single-burner propane stoves (I've got
one).  I don't use that one any more as I've kicked it around a few
too many times, the valve isn't continuous and clicks at discrete
levels (I can't get a decent simmer unless I hold the knob where I
want it). and don't like how unstable the setup is.  These bases
(different brands) are also sold separately for anywhere from $3 to
$5.

If you think you'll need to use 16.4 oz disposable propane, why not
just get a single-burner propane stove?  These things are like $20 to
$25.  There are a few compact ones (Coleman PowerPack is one) that sit
on the surface and use a remote cylinder attached via a regulated
tube.  They are kind of heavy though, but if you can fit it in your
pannier I don't think it's a problem.

http://www.coleman.com/coleman/colemancom/detail.asp?product_id=3D5453A700&=
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