Trikebubble
Adventurer
Thanks. I took it apart, cleaned it up, put it back together and the aux side burns way better now.
Rebuilding Old Coleman Stoves
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Thanks. I took it apart, cleaned it up, put it back together and the aux side burns way better now.
perterra
Adventurer
Just a note on the propane adapters, I keep a Coleman 413 from the early 60's in the camper, I keep the original fuel tank as well as a 1# adapter and a bulk tank adapter in the stove. That way I have covered any fuel available.
There are two kinds of 1 pound propane adapters, regulated and non regulated. The regulated work just fine in cooking, the non regulated will put a foot of flame in the air if you crank them up, will also warp the grate and turn it cherry red. Non regulated really works well when you are trying to get a 16 quart pot of crawfish, sausage, corn and potatoes on the boil.
There are two kinds of 1 pound propane adapters, regulated and non regulated. The regulated work just fine in cooking, the non regulated will put a foot of flame in the air if you crank them up, will also warp the grate and turn it cherry red. Non regulated really works well when you are trying to get a 16 quart pot of crawfish, sausage, corn and potatoes on the boil.
Mat Mobile
Adventurer
Not sure where to ask this but I think this thread might be the right place.
I finally got myself a Coleman dual fuel stove and tested it out this weekend.
Everything was going pretty well. I thought I was getting the hang of it until it started acting up and I don't know why.
While boiling some water at a fairly high level (let's say 75% capacity on only one burner), the stove would do a big "Poof" sound and the flame would go out. I could start it back up fairly easy afterwards but I don't understand why it did this. The pressure seemed good. The quantity of fuel was about 1/3 in the tank (was that the cause?). It's brand new so I doubt that it's clogged. Any help would be appreciated.
I finally got myself a Coleman dual fuel stove and tested it out this weekend.
Everything was going pretty well. I thought I was getting the hang of it until it started acting up and I don't know why.
While boiling some water at a fairly high level (let's say 75% capacity on only one burner), the stove would do a big "Poof" sound and the flame would go out. I could start it back up fairly easy afterwards but I don't understand why it did this. The pressure seemed good. The quantity of fuel was about 1/3 in the tank (was that the cause?). It's brand new so I doubt that it's clogged. Any help would be appreciated.
It is likely you have crap in the manifold. Stuff like spider webs, mud dauber nests and similar. Clean the manifold and tubes out with a frayed wire or similar, and it will be good to go. These devices are so simple, they almost can't not work. When they don't work, it's usually a simple problem, like a clogged generator.
And yes, there is a main burner, and a secondary burner. The main is hotter than the secondary by a bit. You have to work with it.
Buckshot62
Observer
I joined this cult today.Purchased a 413 G with a manufacture date of May 1974. Paid too much according to this thread (20 bucks), but it will be fun to play with and learn.
$20 is the going rate, and you got a great stove from the golden years of Coleman. Doubt you'll need to do much, but a new cap for the tank (or change the gasket) and possibly a new generator and pump leather, and you're good to go-for decades.
Under $20, any non rusted Coleman is a buy. $20 is the normal price, don't hesitate if you need it. Above $20, may still be a good buy if in pristine condition, a 3 burner, or you have a need, or it's a cool variant (lots of these). Just remember you are buying a superior camp stove for pocket change, and it will last you the rest of your life.
Thank you for this! Can't believe i didn't think of this, lol!
hyperboarder
Adventurer
Had an odd issue with the 425e this weekend. Camped at ~6200' on Friday night and couldn't get the pump to pressurize, just pumping in vain. Had the propane adapter so I just used that for breakfast Saturday with a small tank. Puttered a bit more and was able to get it to work intermittently. Had lunch at 8600 feet later in the day, worked with puttering. Seemed to be fine for dinner and the next breakfast. Was the tank overfilled?
Buckshot62
Observer
Thanks AndrewP. Was supposed to look at a 3 burner in Fort Collins for 50 bucks that looked new in pics.Didn't have time to wait on the guy,so passed on it.What should a 3 burner go for ? Are they hard to find ?
3 burners are less common and sometimes cost more. It's what they are worth to you. I've paid $10 for a 3 burner and $40 for a 3 burner. All 3 burners are pretty much "ultimate" stoves, and will cook anything you want, for as long as you want. Compare that to a Partner steel stove for 10X the price, and you realize what it's worth. Even at $200 these would be awesome stoves, but for $40, they are a serious bargain.
hyperboarder
Adventurer
I think mine's leather. The one on the plunger rod, right?