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How do you get it going??

Meaning........What does everyone use to light the bge starter of choice (Mapp torch, lighter cube, oil towel, etc)?  I have a disposable trigger lighter to light cubes.  Wondering if any brand lighter, refillable or disposable is better/cheaper than another?  Is there a better option out there?

I searched the forum, but didn't see much discussion.

I have a scripto dispoalable now, but looking for something more permanent and cheaper if possible!  Is it more expensive to refill?
Large BGE - 2014
FB 200, KAB, AR - 2015
Lake Norman area of NC
The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten!

Nowadays people know the price of everything and the value of nothing!

Comments

  • jabam
    jabam Posts: 1,829
    I have used oil soaked paper towels since my cube starters that came with egg, ran out.  Works for me, I can use match, lighter or anything with a flame. 
    Central Valley CA     One large egg One chocolate lab "Halle" two chiuahuas "Skittles and PeeWee"
  • bud812
    bud812 Posts: 1,869
    I use this with a 16oz propane bottle.

    Not to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol is a solution...

    Large & Small BGE

    Stockton Ca.

  • LKNEgg
    LKNEgg Posts: 339
    Ironically enough a match never crossed my mind!  That might be the cheapest easiest way!  Simple and straight forward! 
    Large BGE - 2014
    FB 200, KAB, AR - 2015
    Lake Norman area of NC
    The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten!

    Nowadays people know the price of everything and the value of nothing!

  • LKNEgg
    LKNEgg Posts: 339
    @bud812. Does that have an auto ignition?  What do you use to light that apparatus? 
    Large BGE - 2014
    FB 200, KAB, AR - 2015
    Lake Norman area of NC
    The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten!

    Nowadays people know the price of everything and the value of nothing!

  • Oil, paper towel. Can't beat it
    Blue Ridge, GA
  • LKNEgg
    LKNEgg Posts: 339
    Thanks @SmokeytheEGG !  What do you use to light the oil towel?  
    Large BGE - 2014
    FB 200, KAB, AR - 2015
    Lake Norman area of NC
    The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten!

    Nowadays people know the price of everything and the value of nothing!

  • Any lighter will do. I usually use a long grill lighter. I put about a table spoon of veg oil in a bowl and soak it up with a paper towel and go strait to the grill.
    Blue Ridge, GA
  • Jeremiah
    Jeremiah Posts: 6,412
    After 12 years, I just ask bluntly if she's in the mood. 
    Slumming it in Aiken, SC. 
  • Jeremiah
    Jeremiah Posts: 6,412
    Oh wait. You meant the egg...
    Slumming it in Aiken, SC. 
  • GRE1
    GRE1 Posts: 68
    Agreed Jeremiah!!!!
    XL times 2
  • KennyLee
    KennyLee Posts: 806

    Bernzomatic TS4000 torch.  About $40.  It uses both MAP and propane, but I prefer propane because it's cheaper at $3 a canister versus $10 and I can't tell the difference. 

    I light three spots for about 20-30 seconds each and am cooking in 10 minutes.  I go through maybe two canisters a year and cook on average four nights a week.  I wouldn't do it any other way. 

    LBGE

    Cedar table w/granite top

    Ceramic Grillworks two-tier swing rack

    Perpetual cooler of ice-cold beer

  • TigerTony
    TigerTony Posts: 1,078
    edited August 2015
    I look at food-porn until I'm in the mood to cook.
    Then I use a Mapp torch to light my fire.
     - Easy and fast. I see no need to try any other way. Works perfect every-time.
    "I'm stupidest when I try to be funny" 
    New Orleans

  • bboulier
    bboulier Posts: 558
    I used to use Rutland starters, but have now switched to a Benzomatic weed torch with propane.  The self-igniter only worked once or twice, so I switched to a Scripto utility lighter or Weber lighter to get it going. The Rutland starters work well, but the weed torch is faster and seems to generate fewer VOC's.  And, I get to kill weeds with the torch!

    Weber Kettle, Weber Genesis Silver B, Medium Egg, KJ Classic (Black)
  • Scottborasjr
    Scottborasjr Posts: 3,494
    Typically a starter cube and a couple of microbrews do the trick here.  If I've already had a couple microbrews a Crown and coke will do. 
    I raise my kids, cook and golf.  When work gets in the way I'm pissed, I'm pissed off 48 weeks a year.
    Inbetween Iowa and Colorado, not close to anything remotely entertaining outside of football season. 
  • bob.bud
    bob.bud Posts: 297
    I use a paper towel soaked in oil or bacon fat. I have an old pickle jar that I throw used paper towels in and pour any oil I have left over from a fry or from bacon (I did not cook using the egg) to soak the towels. I pull a paper towel when needed and strike a match and let the fire build as I prep my cook.
    Bloomfield Hills, MI | LGBE : AR R & B Oval Combo w/Extender and Sliding D Grid : Kick Ash Basket : Smokeware Cap : Smobot Beta
  • YukonRon
    YukonRon Posts: 16,984
    NASA spent over a $100,000.00 (in today's dollar value) back in the 60s to develop an ink writing instrument that would work upside down in a zero gravity environment.

    The Russians, used a pencil.  Practicality serves its purpose.

    I told you that, to tell you this:

    I use a match, to start paper, stuffed in the bottom of a weber chimney.  Works perfect, without fail, every time.

    Once the paper is consumed by flames, I dump the lump into the BGE, and within minutes, I am at temp, ready to go, just waiting for the good smoke.

    There may indeed be better ways, but, mine is lightweight, safe, no wires or tanks, consistent and aside from the initial purchase investment of about $3.00 at a garage sale, (several years ago) and a box of matches, my per cook start up cost is down to less than 1 cent. 

    My beautiful wife, tells me I am cheap, I like to think I am practical.  She may be correct.
    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
  • LKNEgg
    LKNEgg Posts: 339
    @YukonRon  Great story, sounds about right for government spending and common sense.  I'll probably switch to matches next.   Tired of the disposable lighters running out! 
    Large BGE - 2014
    FB 200, KAB, AR - 2015
    Lake Norman area of NC
    The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten!

    Nowadays people know the price of everything and the value of nothing!

  • stemc33
    stemc33 Posts: 3,567
    @YukonRon, who cares what the Russians use, the space pen is awesome. :murica: 

    @LKNEgg, a match works sometimes and others it takes several matches.

    No matter if I'm using stater blocks(most matches), paper & chimney, oily paper towels, or kindling and paper. The wind dictates the number of matches. If it's really windy I can usually get by with one match if I start my chimney in the garage. That creates a whole new set of problems. 

    Anyway, I just ordered a Bison Airlighter for my birthday. If this thing works like its suppose to, I'll be lighting with just the squeeze of a finger. 


    Steven
    Mini Max with Woo stone combo, LBGE, iGrill 2, Plate Setter, 
    two cotton pot holders to handle PS
    Banner, Wyoming
  • I am new ti this game but i use the electric igniter  that is sold at the egg dealer
    Shirley, MA.
  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    @deflategate, the electric starter works well until after too many 32 oz Yeti adult beverages you forget it for 15 rather than 8 minutes! ;). It's fine and welcome aboard. Post your cooks for us all and enjoy the journey!
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
  • YukonRon
    YukonRon Posts: 16,984
    stemc33 said:
    @YukonRon, who cares what the Russians use, the space pen is awesome. :murica: 

    @LKNEgg, a match works sometimes and others it takes several matches.

    No matter if I'm using stater blocks(most matches), paper & chimney, oily paper towels, or kindling and paper. The wind dictates the number of matches. If it's really windy I can usually get by with one match if I start my chimney in the garage. That creates a whole new set of problems. 

    Anyway, I just ordered a Bison Airlighter for my birthday. If this thing works like its suppose to, I'll be lighting with just the squeeze of a finger. 


    Let me know how it works! My beautiful wife takes pleasure in reminding me how "simple minded" and "cheap" I am.
    this would be yet another example of both.
    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
  • Hawg Fan
    Hawg Fan Posts: 1,517
    Been using the Looflighter for 2-3 years now. Works great, but requires 120vac.  I also use the fire starters from Academy Sports.  They're pretty economical if you buy a case and break them in half.

    Any road will take you there if you don't know where you're going.

    Terry

    Rockwall, TX