I'm sorry... I'll admit it.... I was wrong.

Jeepster47 · February 2017

Psst ...

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Jeepster47 · February 2017

The real heart of the matter ...

SkySaw · February 2017

Canugghead said:

@SkySaw Actually I found the recommended weedburners at this one-man shop near where you work, $39.99 for the big one with three nozzles, runs off 20lb cylinder, and $29.99 for the small one that runs off bottle. You may want to check them out during lunch or after work?
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-plumbing-sink-toilet-shower/city-of-toronto/brand-new-propane-torch-w-2-extra-nozzle/358628954?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
If you still want the mapp it's really easy to pricematch, just send the HD url to Lowes CSR during the chat, you can pick up in 1-2 hours at any location that has stock.

edit: what happened to your 'cane'? sounds like the $29 unit above.

Thanks a lot for finding this! You are right, this place is 5 minutes from my work. The torch looks like a great deal and it really tempted me, but I don't think I want to buy and lug around a 20lb propane cylinder just for starting my BBQ. I would much rather deal with the smaller propane bottles.

The last cane-style burner that I had became dangerously unpredictable; I think the o-ring that seals the cane to the propane bottle must have become brittle after using it for about a year. It has made me a bit shy of the burners. Even though the burners are faster than the map-pro heads, I'm going to try your previous suggestion.

Thanks again for your really helpful recommendations!

lahlooha · February 2017

Skiddymarker said:

Was always an electric starter, but when my trusty five year old Broil King branded starter finally burned out, I could not find an electric that would last. Using a torch does have some sparks and ember explosions that can be worrisome, but found the solution to be some second burn lump on the top, no sparks and catches quickly.
@fishlessman - could it be the torch you used? Bernzomatic is just fine, use it for copper pipe repair all the time, in fact Bernzomatic makes an extention hose that keeps the gas cylinder upright so you can use the torch in any position.

Second burn lump is the key trick, reduces the sparks by 95% in my experience, you also don't have to go full throttle on the Weed Burner (what I use).

Chef Charles · February 2017

SkySaw said:

Canugghead said:

@SkySaw Actually I found the recommended weedburners at this one-man shop near where you work, $39.99 for the big one with three nozzles, runs off 20lb cylinder, and $29.99 for the small one that runs off bottle. You may want to check them out during lunch or after work?
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-plumbing-sink-toilet-shower/city-of-toronto/brand-new-propane-torch-w-2-extra-nozzle/358628954?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
If you still want the mapp it's really easy to pricematch, just send the HD url to Lowes CSR during the chat, you can pick up in 1-2 hours at any location that has stock.

edit: what happened to your 'cane'? sounds like the $29 unit above.

Thanks a lot for finding this! You are right, this place is 5 minutes from my work. The torch looks like a great deal and it really tempted me, but I don't think I want to buy and lug around a 20lb propane cylinder just for starting my BBQ. I would much rather deal with the smaller propane bottles.

The last cane-style burner that I had became dangerously unpredictable; I think the o-ring that seals the cane to the propane bottle must have become brittle after using it for about a year. It has made me a bit shy of the burners. Even though the burners are faster than the map-pro heads, I'm going to try your previous suggestion.

Thanks again for your really helpful recommendations!

SkySaw,

You can get the Benzomatic weed torch at Lowes here in Canada. It is what I use and have been doing so for several years with no issue.

https://www.lowes.ca/torch-kits/bernzomatic-jt850-lawn-and-garden-torch_g2218659.html?searchTerm=benzomatic

Ladeback69 · February 2017

I have been using starter sticks for the last 3 years, but I think it is time to get one of these. I may be stopping by Lowes this weekend for one. They seem to have the one I like the best for the money. It would be nice to get my XL going in less time if possible during the week.

fishlessman · February 2017

the harbor freight one without the click sparker lasted me maybe 12 years, it might still wok but i have not tried it, it was stored in the rain and snow, used to be advertised as 500,000 btus