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    Coleman fuel (AKA white gas) is actually naptha, one of the components of what is called gasoline. It generally stores quite well, but I keep the metal cans sealed with their original seals, just to be sure. I've used Coleman fuel that is really, really old (like 30 years or more) without trouble.

    And the Coleman white gas stoves are great! Spare parts are commonly available, and they are easy to repair if needed. One thing I have for all of mine (I have 5 or 6 of different ages and sizes) is an adapter that allows use of propane cylinders instead of the tank and white gas - it fits into the same spot as the tank generator, and stows in the stove http://www.amazon.com/StanSport-185-...ve+accessories

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    Awesome thank you so much for the info. Fidel that is awesome I will be buying one of those for sure.
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    I save my seafoam 'cans' and fill them with my naptha jugs... then add a durlon seal, and store them accordingly. the cans are perfect for a weekend camping trip, store beautifully, and are easy to fill from!
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    Ill have to try Naptha, only been buying camp gas...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Fidel MD View Post
    Coleman fuel (AKA white gas) is actually naptha, one of the components of what is called gasoline. It generally stores quite well, but I keep the metal cans sealed with their original seals, just to be sure. I've used Coleman fuel that is really, really old (like 30 years or more) without trouble.

    And the Coleman white gas stoves are great! Spare parts are commonly available, and they are easy to repair if needed. One thing I have for all of mine (I have 5 or 6 of different ages and sizes) is an adapter that allows use of propane cylinders instead of the tank and white gas - it fits into the same spot as the tank generator, and stows in the stove http://www.amazon.com/StanSport-185-...10402134&sr=8-15&keywords=coleman+stove+accessories


    take it step further and get an adapter to hook up the large 5 gallon (20lb) BBQ tanks .... pays to have re-fill adapter for those small 1lb tanks .... fill them from the 5 gallon tanks and save a ton of $$$$$$

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    I too have a propane adapter, and use it from time to time, I bought mine at WalMart about 10 years ago, and it has ALWAYS worked flawlessly!

    I have used it both from 1lb baby tanks and 20lb BBQ tanks with hose, works a full treat!

    The propane adapter adds to the flexibility of an already awesome stove!

    I am totally sold on ALL Coleman products, even though the newer stuff is not the same as the vintage, I have continued to be 100% satisfied!

    I have 1 Coleman stoves, 2 military gas lanterns, 2 civilian gas lanterns and 2 propane lanterns... NONE of which has EVER failed me yet!

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    assuming it is out of date... what does it cost you to re-cert a tank down there???
    Hmm... I dont... If I get an old tank I take it to the local stop-n-rob that has the tank swap stand outside, the cashier never knows the difference (between old style tank and new style tank).
    I swap tanks for $19, end of story.

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    *blush* I do that too.
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    I just found a two burner propane stove for $20, but its missing some parts. I know I need a pressure regulator, so my question is: what else do I need?

    Oh, I almost forgot, my boss found me checking it out and told me he has the kerosene version at home that he'll bring in and give to me
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    sweet score from the boss! Don't know about the propane ones, so good luck, and post up what you find out. I may be looking for an adapter too.
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    plenty of extra room "down his pants"
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    Before I squeek the nickle, NAPTHA from the hardware store is the SAME as CAMP/WHITE gas??

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