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bobby46

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Feb 11, 2012
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I recently bought a new (inexpensive) soft-flame pipe-lighter from Ebay. (it has the pipe-tools on the side) It only lit one out of four tries. First, I changed the flint to a Colibri; no change. I noticed later that the side igniter wheel spun a little too easy. I took a half-used flint from another lighter and installed it behind the Colibri flint, then (carefully) loaded the tension spring behind them. The side wheel has noticeably more tension, and now gives reliable sparks every single time.
It seems kinda lame and obvious now as I write this, but this tip may save someone from the immediate urge to just chuck an otherwise good instrument.

 

monstermash51

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Jan 13, 2012
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Knowing me I would've let my frustration and short temper get the best of me. And quick question. You've only been a memeber for a short time, How did you get a personal status "Probably older than you"

 

bobby46

Starting to Get Obsessed
Feb 11, 2012
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I got special dispensation by being cranky and whining about the word "junior" for junior members.

There's nothing junior about me.

I still think that category could use a different description.

Please don't complain and get that taken away from me!

 
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