lighter help
- Thread starter dynomike87
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I have a similar lighter/ashtray combo. The larger screw is for lighter fluid. When you open it up, you should see the bottom is stuffed with cotton or a similarly absorbent material. Fill with regular lighter fluid until you first notice that the cotton is saturated. Replace the screw. The smaller screw is for the flint. Get a Zippo or similar flint. When you unscrew the smaller screw you should notice a spring attached to the screw itself. Drop the flint into the cylinder, which should lead to the wheel, and return the spring loaded screw to its original position. Finally, check the wick. If there is a decent amount of wick evident, no worries. Otherwise, you may need to take a pair of needlenose pliers and pull some wick out. Not a lot, but enough that you get a decent flame. Once all that is done, strike the lighter and see if it works. Good luck and nice find.
Thanks for the helpful answer, Charlie!
I've got problems with the one I got PIF'd. Without instructions.
Anyone know how to fill one of these? I prefer to light up from a distance.
Anyone know how to fill one of these? I prefer to light up from a distance.
I find those to be better suited for cigars, there tends to be a bit of rim charring when used on the pipe and the angle becomes a bit akward unless you have 7 ft arms. They do carry nicely and you'll find that folks really start to respect your "personal space", and frankly you never know when an improptu marshmallow roast may bust out.
Marshmallow, hell- you could roast a pig with that. Mmmmmm, roasted pig.
I prefer my pork done low and slow, personally, but that there could be great for a fast seared steak... lol
