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That's still where I would predominantly use it, so it's still worth having a few to me. That said I have some camping gear that I'd like to put to use that would be nice if they were universally compatible. Proprietary stuff is a pain, and I try to avoid it when at all possible
Looks too easy to open the valve. I have the kind of luck where I'd end up with propane spewing all over the place in my sled.
DTro...some questions will the Mr Heater Refill valve work on the Flame King canisters ...and have you tried the Mr Heater stand ..is it functional . Thinking about how you have to depress the valve via the Mr Heater refill valve seems to be a safety feature ...no accidental discharges of propane should the release pin gets broken/dislodged ...which is a possibility as it kinda hangs out there and that split ring style pull tab is just waiting to ge hung up on something . RickWakeman My understanding is after January they will be in the usual retail outlets every where.
Here is what confuses me about this. I have been using Flame King bottles for years on Mr. Heater and Coleman products, so the threads must match. So why would the threads for the keg not match? Also all the one time use 1lbers all match. By the way Menards has discontinued the Flame King 1lbers.
The threads match fine. If you watch the second video I explain exactly why they aren't compatible with valve system. They both will however work will all propane burning devices (those threads are pretty much universal)
My thoughts are, if you are using FK tanks, keep using them. If looking to start refilling tanks, you now have a choice. Eventually it may come down to which is easiest to find in your area . Here Runnings has FK tanks and refill kits and Menards carries Fuel Kegs. Six months from now that could change.
I agree ..but that lil allen wrench ...seems to just walk away ...down to one from 5 . .. I more then likely squirreled them in my secret never to be found safe hiding place ...with my duncan yo yo and some silly putty .
I’m curious if the Mr heater fill nozzle would work on FK as it has a brass nipple that might fit the FK
I purchased an Allen wrench with a screwdriver type handle.I keep it in the drawer of my tool box with the other screwdrivers.One could easily paint the handle or use colored tape making it more visible I suppose. Anyway the new wrench is easier to keep track of and easier to use.Just a thought.