Re: Stove For the AT Thru-Hike

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Posted by f_klock on February 23, 2008 at 12:01:39 am EST
In reply to Stove For the AT Thru-Hike posted by m0rpheu5111 on February 18, 2008 at 12:04:11 pm EST

I made this one today. Took about 20 mins.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GY_LKCFlG6k
I didn't have HEET on hand, so I tried 91% Iso. rubbing alcohol. It took a LONG time to prime and light - prob due to the 9% water content of the fuel. Once it lit though, it burned for about 15 mins on 2 tbs. of fuel!

A penny placed over the fill holes before lighting helps to increase the internal pressure, making the jets more efficient. If there is excess pressure inside, the penny just lifts a bit to relieve it then settles back down.

Gotta get some HEET and see if it makes a difference.

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