A Lantern Thread

I'm looking for an even smaller naptha lantern than the Coleman Exponent that doesn't have a cardboard reflector :D
 
Brian Andrews said:
The thing I don't like about propane is that I use mine a lot when it is really, really cold out. Propane canisters seem to give up the goat early in that situation and leave a lot of fuel in the canister due to lack of pressure.

After spending a long time drooling, I decided to go with a Britelyt. When I first got it, I spent a LONG time playing, figuring it out and such. But now that I know exactly how to use it, I am so glad that I have it.

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It will burn just about anything flammable. I run a mix a lot of times. But, I like being able to run kerosene when I am mostly indoors, burn up old white gas to get rid of it, or pull gasoline from the fishing boat if I didn't bring any fuel.

Pretty cool dude!

I also have the reflector for it, which makes it really cool for hanging over a table. Makes a lot of light shine downward.

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I like the looks of that lantern.. I'm not sure if you boat fuel uses an oil mixture or not but I've got some old chainsaw/mower fuel, will that lantern operate with that ??
 
Here's my Amish made lantern from my days in Lancaster. They use them for heat and light. It burns for 2 days :D

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Tuxdad said:
I like the looks of that lantern.. I'm not sure if you boat fuel uses an oil mixture or not but I've got some old chainsaw/mower fuel, will that lantern operate with that ??
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Sure will. Two stroke mix is not a problem. They even tell you that you can run used motor oil, but recommend at least mixing it 50% with some other "fuel." Two stroke mix is such a light mix, this has no problem with it.
 
Brian Andrews said:
The thing I don't like about propane is that I use mine a lot when it is really, really cold out. Propane canisters seem to give up the goat early in that situation and leave a lot of fuel in the canister due to lack of pressure.

After spending a long time drooling, I decided to go with a Britelyt. When I first got it, I spent a LONG time playing, figuring it out and such. But now that I know exactly how to use it, I am so glad that I have it.

IMG_3143.jpg


It will burn just about anything flammable. I run a mix a lot of times. But, I like being able to run kerosene when I am mostly indoors, burn up old white gas to get rid of it, or pull gasoline from the fishing boat if I didn't bring any fuel.

Pretty cool dude!

I also have the reflector for it, which makes it really cool for hanging over a table. Makes a lot of light shine downward.

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oh wow that is nice! :eek::thumbup::cool:
 
Brian Andrews said:
Sure will. Two stroke mix is not a problem. They even tell you that you can run used motor oil, but recommend at least mixing it 50% with some other "fuel." Two stroke mix is such a light mix, this has no problem with it.
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Brian,

Slightly off topic, Have you used that lantern with the heating element in you Tipi tent?
 
valcas1 said:
Brian,

Slightly off topic, Have you used that lantern with the heating element in you Tipi tent?
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I do not have the heating element. But, the lantern itself kicks out plenty of heat. I have used it with kerosene to knock the chill off in the morning (or evening) for the wife and kiddies. I wouldn't bother doing that for myself. It doesn't take much to get it warm in there and when I do that I crack one of the bottom vents, and the top vent.

When it gets really, really cold, I generally run a 75% kerosene, 25% white gas mix. If I know I am going to pull it inside somewhere, I will stick with straight kerosene.
 
Brian Andrews said:
Sure will. Two stroke mix is not a problem. They even tell you that you can run used motor oil, but recommend at least mixing it 50% with some other "fuel." Two stroke mix is such a light mix, this has no problem with it.
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Thanks for the info Brian !! I'll be looking into getting one of those soon... Might be a nice christmas present for myself...:p
 
I have a Coleman Dual Fuel that I like, BUT I went camping over Labor Day Weekend and used a LED lantern by Dorcy that runs on 4 AA batteries. Its called the MiniBrite. It puts out a decent amount of light and is great for the tent since it is not a fire hazard and is great for the picnic table since it make no noise like the Coleman does. This is the link:

http://www.dorcy.com/products.aspx?p=411014
 
I know this was a "fuel" type lantern thread but the best lantern I've used to this day has been my Quark 2AA with a Fenix white diffuser tip. You've got everything from a dim tent/reading light to a site illuminating light. With the lanyard on it, you can hang it from a tree or lay it on its tailcap on the picnic table. Fuel type lanterns have just become obsolete in my set up these days as I rarely car camp anymore. They do still come in handy for warming up the ice shanty though.:D
 
I have also had good luck with liquid fueled Colemans except for mantle breakage. I store the lantern in a box with foam under and around it when being transported. I try to keep it on the backseat of my truck for the least jarring. These measures help but a long haul over washboard can still do the mantles in.

DancesWithKnives
 
I'm a sucker for a kerosene lamp. I use lamp oil instead of kerosene in it. You just have to find a good old one. You can solder the bottom if it leaks.

over 70 hours on just a few cups of cheap fuel, and an esoteric light that is just enough for the camp site area. I'm a big fan!
 
Joezilla said:
I'm a sucker for a kerosene lamp.
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Hey Joe,

Do you mean a non-pressurized one. Like a Dietz or something? I am thinking that is what you mean, but I am not sure. I have about 5 of those suckers around the house and use them regularly.
 
love my DIETZ lantern. Heck i might just attach it to a pole and go hobo hiking this winter in the hills......
 
I've got 4 of those around the house, and in the truck... :thumbup:

I seal mine up with auto sealant, as all of mine at one time or another leaked like no tomorrow.. Once I sealed them, there was no more problems, and thats been over 4 yrs now...
 
Brian Andrews said:
The thing I don't like about propane is that I use mine a lot when it is really, really cold out. Propane canisters seem to give up the goat early in that situation and leave a lot of fuel in the canister due to lack of pressure.

After spending a long time drooling, I decided to go with a Britelyt. When I first got it, I spent a LONG time playing, figuring it out and such. But now that I know exactly how to use it, I am so glad that I have it.

IMG_3143.jpg


It will burn just about anything flammable. I run a mix a lot of times. But, I like being able to run kerosene when I am mostly indoors, burn up old white gas to get rid of it, or pull gasoline from the fishing boat if I didn't bring any fuel.

Pretty cool dude!

I also have the reflector for it, which makes it really cool for hanging over a table. Makes a lot of light shine downward.

B
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How has your lantern been holding up? I was taking a hard look at those, but after some reading I think I am going to pass. I would like to hear more from an owner though.
 
I have a couple of propane and a couple of gas. Propane is hard to beat for convienence and dependability and gas is hard to beat for availability of fuel. I am happy with either, yes mantels break but I have spares stashed everywhere, if your careful they will last for quite a while. Chris

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