Explore the performance of various fuels in an antique Coleman 425 stove through this comprehensive 22-minute video. Witness tests using denatured alcohol, kerosene, E10 gasoline, old naphtha (Coleman fuel), and fresh naphtha. Learn about the cleaning and inspection process between tests, and discover key insights such as the instability of alcohol as a fuel and the need for preheating when using kerosene. Compare boil times for 1 liter and 1 cup of water with each fuel type. Gain valuable knowledge about the significant difference in power between old and new white gas (naphtha), providing essential information for outdoor enthusiasts and vintage stove collectors.
Testing Out Different Fuels for Performance in an Antique Coleman 425 Stove
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Antique Coleman 425 Stove Testing Out Different Fuels for Performance
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