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reliable ignition

Posted: Tue Sep 23, 2008 2:25 pm
by WEEMAN
quick question on an ignition method..........
ive used a piezo in my last 2 sudguns...i wanna try something else preferably cheap and realiable although those two dont usually mix :lol:

Posted: Tue Sep 23, 2008 5:46 pm
by TurboSuper
Piezo is pretty reliable as is. I suppose you could try to find one of those electric BBQ sparkers. They run about $10 more than the piezo ones. A stungun would also be a good choice if you can get one.

Posted: Tue Sep 23, 2008 8:37 pm
by DYI
Stunguns from BCARMS are about the same price (after shipping) as pulsing electric barbeque lighters, and more entertaining.

Posted: Tue Sep 23, 2008 8:43 pm
by mark.f
If you want reliable AND cheap:
  • 1.) Get a 3$ lantern ignitor
    2.) Replace the flint in it with a Ronson flint (no more than two bucks for a pack)
    3.) Install
That's about as cheap as they come, and reliable as well.

Posted: Tue Sep 23, 2008 9:28 pm
by jook13
I second that lantern flint ignitor. they are awesome and reliable, even though they are not as cool as the other methods that involve hitting a button.

Posted: Wed Sep 24, 2008 12:34 am
by starman
The negative regarding the lantern lighters is that they require a dedicated hand to operate it and therefore your cannon has to be handled and aimed with one hand...the other one.

However lots of people like lantern lighters. BBQ ignitors and stunguns are however considered a step up in the big picture.

Posted: Wed Sep 24, 2008 8:29 am
by WEEMAN
where can i get lantern ignitors?? i checked crappy tire and they didnt have any............btw is there a ignition thats like a trigger other than a piezo??

Posted: Wed Sep 24, 2008 8:55 am
by starman
WEEMAN wrote:where can i get lantern ignitors?? i checked crappy tire and they didnt have any............btw is there a ignition thats like a trigger other than a piezo??
Camping supply stores or the camping and outdoor section at Walmart.
A stungun has a trigger ....??