Hi All
I've just dusted off my lovely Higear stove, as I'm planning on another trip.
As stated on my Youtube review of the stove some years ago, it's a Hi Gear stove but is exactly the same as the Vango stove.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QN3Qtz_V9g&t=3s
I see that on the connector ( to the cartridge ) the seal/ washer has become corroded /erroded.
I used to use an adaptor so I could use Camping Gaz cartridges . This wasn't a problem as it was always connected to the adaptor.
On this trip I want to use the "normal" cartridges which are the screw type.
The only thing is is that when screwing it on there is a lot of gas that comes out.
One question is ..... is this fairly normal ?
or is it due to the seal/ washer being corroded?
and the other question is ..... Where could I find suh a washer ? I've tried Higear and Vango and other places on the net.
Any ideas ?
Thanks !
Bikerwaser
Stove connector seal/washer ?
Re: Stove connector seal/washer ?
Tryy asking on Classic Camp Stoves. There are regular questions about gas stoves and someone should know where to get new seals.
Re: Stove connector seal/washer ?
That's interesting. I've got a double burner in the shed that belongs to the Scouts. I've been looking for a seal for the connector where the hose from the Calor cylinder comes in. It's definitely not a classic, but it is quite a decent stove and worth saving.
Re: Stove connector seal/washer ?
You should replace it with a Nitrile o-ring of the appropriate size.
www.simplybearings.co.uk stock a good range
www.simplybearings.co.uk stock a good range
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Re: Stove connector seal/washer ?
Thanks for the replies.
I contacted Vango's customer service and they've sent me out 2 new washers free.
Sorted !
How's that for service !
I contacted Vango's customer service and they've sent me out 2 new washers free.
Sorted !
How's that for service !
Re: Stove connector seal/washer ?
Scunnered wrote:You should replace it with a Nitrile o-ring of the appropriate size.
http://www.simplybearings.co.uk stock a good range
I've finally got around to ordering this
I'll let you know how I get on.