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Equipment & Gear => Power Equipment & RV => Topic started by: Firing Pin on October 21, 2011, 09:44:14 PM
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I'm looking for a new lantern. I am a white gas guy, but used a propane lantern this past week and it was pretty nice. I am looking for a new one, so I am looking for input both pros and cons! I have researched, and have found horror stories on some of the propane models. So let me hear your experiences.
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I also have all the white gas camping stuff, however in the last couple years i have changed to the propane.
Propane is a heck of alot easier, and with the cost of white gas anymore the cost to run propane stuff isnt all that much more but it sure saves alot of hassle and time.
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You can also get an adapter to refill the portable bottle from a bulk tank to save cash.
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When I still had my shellfish business I had 8 Coleman Nothstar duel fuel lanterns and loved them. Unfortunately, being that they were used in the mud and salt water I had to keep replacing the seals on the plungers. I switched to propane and life was a lot easier with them. The one disadvantage that the propane version had was that they were not stable when you set them down on the ground. They tipped over if you looked at them wrong. The Duel fuels were very stable. I still have both types. I use the propane for hanging and the duel fuel for on the ground, stump or table top. Oh, the l.e.d. versions are crap, stick with one form of gas or another. :twocents:
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Thanks Guys, from what I found the Coleman Northstar has an issue with melting the base where the propane screws into it due to lack of heat shield, and the click igniters are crap! I purchased the Coleman Pinnicle model and will see how it works out. I also went through and rebuilt my duel fuel gas lantern, and it now looks to be safe and useable. Last season it would flair up and have flame from around the flame adjustment knob. :yike:
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I have had this dual fuel for almost 20 yrs. No complaints. I have never used propane, but have camped with those that use them and they are nice. I have a tank to run my stove, could add a tree and hang a propane latern on that. But I don't think I will ever give up my Dual.
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We go old school. Kerosene with a wick. Reliability.
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That is the exact set-up I have that I thought was toast! My Dual fuel now seems to be working after a good tightening of ALL the fittings and a generator replacement. Bonus is that I how have a propane lantern and a extension tube that fits onto the bbg type of tank. So we'll see how they fair in the wet of westside elk camp!
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I also have had the dual fuel since 1991. Bought it when I was in the army in Germany. Have never had a problem one with it. I use it every year and have never had to tighten or replace any parts except a broken glass and wicks. I cannot talk myself into going propane as stated earlier they tip over easily and when on a pole they are to stationary. Like to be able to move it around.
