how to install Zippo flints?

[Gary007]

Almost seems like the flint tube is clogged, can't even poke a pin through it. ??

 

[Quiet Storm]

Sounds like the used flint got stuck in there. You probably need to poke that pin more forcefully.

 

[GarageBoy]

Ask the maintainance forum lightertricks.com and look for Spanish Flea. That's why they tell you to remove the flints if you dont use it for a long time

 

[Esav Benyamin]

When the flint gets worn down to a nub, it can pivot inside the tube. Reach with the pin from the sparking wheel side and you may be able to shift it so it falls out.

 

[Quiet Storm]

When the flint gets worn down to a nub, it can pivot inside the tube.

That's what I meant.

 

[thatmguy]

If you can't, a drill bit smaller than the dia of the tube, twirled between your fingers will get it. May be slow, but it works.

Kinda liek a gas tank, best to not let (length) get below 1/2... :thumbup:

 

[Gary007]

yep, that's what I finally had to do! Hadn't used this Zippo in 10+ years.

Flint has been changed, new fluid added. Good to go. :thumbup:

If you can't, a drill bit smaller than the dia of the tube, twirled between your fingers will get it. May be slow, but it works.

Kinda liek a gas tank, best to not let (length) get below 1/2... :thumbup:

 

[GarageBoy]

And remove for long storage